Petition · Department for Education
Make teaching BSL mandatory in all schools
Closed
279 signatures
What the petition asks
There are about 50,000 deaf children in the UK. I would like the Government to make all schools introduce British sign language as a mandatory lesson in the curriculum.
I think it’s disgusting that in 2024 BSL is not mandatory in schools. When deaf children start school I want them to be able to communicate with other kids and thrive in a normal school environment, but until there’s a change it won't be possible. I believe it's about time it’s added to the curriculum!
Timeline
| 4 Mar 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 4 Sep 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
279
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Education
Opened
4 Mar 2025
Closed
4 Sep 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 6 Aug 2026.