The charity is concerned that little progress has been made on a packageof measures announced in October 2009 to improve acoustics in newschools. The measures were introduced following lobbying by NDCS tointroduce mandatory acoustic testing in light of evidence that showedmany schools were being built with acoustics not fit for purpose.
Brian Gale, director of policy and campaigns at NDCS, said: "Evidenceshows good acoustics can help improve the learning and behaviour of allpupils, and reduce health problems for teachers. They are nothing lessthan essential for deaf children, the majority of whom are being taughtin mainstream schools.
"We are concerned that no progress has been made to improve acoustics inthe classroom. We are urging the government not to backtrack oncommitments to ensure children can listen and learn effectively atschool."
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