The study of BSL will help students to develop ways of expressing and negotiating meaning through visual spatial language, communication and visual memory skills that will be an advantage to them for the rest of their lives. Around 50,000 people in the UK use British Sign Language, so why is this not taught in schools? There are many children who are born deaf or are non verbal,  we need to give them a better chance at a more integrated future. This is why BSL needs to be taught in schools 

pro

Here are some pros and cons 

Allows you to overcome communication barriers

Helps children to express themselves 

Increases self-esteem -

Builds relationships - 

Creates an inclusive environment

con

Limited Use: BSL is not universally understood, limiting its use to specific communities or regions.
Learning Difficulty: BSL has its own grammar and syntax, which can be challenging to learn for those accustomed to spoken languages.
Lack of Standardization: There can be regional variations in signs, which can lead to confusion.
Accessibility Issues: Not all public places or media platforms provide BSL interpretation, making accessibility a challenge.
Lack of Awareness: Many people are not aware of BSL, leading to a lack of understanding and acceptance in wider society.