The British Association of Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People (BATOD) is the UK’s only professional association dedicated to Qualified Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People (QToDs).
The Association advocates for the interests of QToDs and the deaf babies, children, and young people they support, engaging with governments and key agencies at both national and regional levels. BATOD provides sustained professional support through a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development (CPD), alongside national and regional meetings. These initiatives ensure that members have access to up‑to‑date information, high‑quality resources, and best‑practice guidance.
The revised BATOD Acoustics position statement has been developed through a national consultation of QToDs, educational audiologists, acousticians, specialist practitioners, and other professionals working directly with deaf babies, children and young people. The recommendations reflect professional experience, real life evidence, observed outcomes in practice, and widely shared professional judgement about effective acoustic environments in educational contexts.
Cluck here to access the 2026 BATOD Acoustics position statement.
