A detailed guide for teachers working with students with visual impairments will be published in August 2025. If you would like to contribute to or review early versions of this guide, please contact accessibility@microbit.org.
Screen reader accessibility
Our website (microbit.org), the micro:bit Python Editor and micro:bit CreateAI are all predominantly accessible to screen readers. Any exceptions or limitations are detailed in the accessibility guides for each product.
- micro:bit accessibility statement
- micro:bit CreateAI accessibility statement
- micro:bit Python Editor accessibility statement
Screen readers do not yet work directly with the blocks in Microsoft MakeCode. This feature is being developed and will be available in summer 2026. If you would like to be involved in testing early versions, please contact accessibility@microbit.org
At the moment, the micro:bit Python Editor is the best choice for students who already use a screen reader.
It is also possible to use the Javascript and Python editors in MakeCode when working with groups who are using blocks. These editors work with screen readers, so you can read and edit code as text instead of blocks.
