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BKS
BKS lets visitors view a collection of signs and explore them through an online reference site.
About BKS
BKS (British Key Word Signs) is an online dictionary of key word signs. It lets visitors view the full collection of signs and look them up in an online reference site. The signs are used in key word signing, where a person speaks and uses signs alongside key words. The site states that these signs are used by and with people who have communication and/or learning difficulties.
The dictionary includes many signs used in Signalong or Makaton, which are key word signing systems used in the UK, New Zealand, Australia and some other countries. Many of these signs are based on British Sign Language (BSL), which the site describes as closely related to New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) and Auslan.
Key features
- Browse the full collection of key word signs on the site
- Includes many signs used in Signalong or Makaton
- Signs based on British Sign Language (BSL) and related BANZSL languages
- Information page about key word signing systems used in the UK
Best for: People who use or support key word signing with people who have communication or learning difficulties, particularly those working with Signalong or Makaton signs.
Good for
- Focused reference for key word signs used in Signalong and Makaton
- Explains that many signs are based on British Sign Language
BKS at a glance
- Website
- bks.org.uk
- Category
- Education & Learning › Language Learning
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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BKS FAQ
Which signing systems are covered by the dictionary?
The dictionary includes a large number of signs used in Signalong or Makaton, which are key word signing systems used in the UK, New Zealand, Australia and some other countries.
Who are the signs on this site used with?
The site states that the signs are used by and with people who have communication and/or learning difficulties.
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