Who are SAIS’s accreditation partners?

SAIS partners with state, regional, philosophy-based, and faith-based accrediting organizations to support schools seeking recognition from multiple agencies. The nature of each partnership varies: some involve a fully integrated joint process, while others involve separate but concurrent processes conducted during the same school visit. Contact SAIS to learn more about the specific arrangement with any of our partner organizations.

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Our Partners

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

The membership and accrediting organization for Christian schools worldwide, supporting member schools through accreditation, professional development, advocacy, and resources.

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American Montessori Society (AMS)

A membership organization supporting Montessori schools and teacher education programs across the United States and globally.

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Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA)

A nonprofit membership organization of independent Waldorf schools and institutes in Canada, the United States, and Mexico.

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Cognia

A global accreditation and school improvement organization serving schools and districts across the United States and internationally.

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Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS)

The accrediting body for independent schools in Florida, supporting member schools through accreditation and professional development.

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Friends Council on Education (FCE)

The national association of Friends (Quaker) schools in the United States, supporting member schools through resources, advocacy, and community.

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Midsouth Association of Independent Schools (MAIS)

A nonprofit consortium accrediting independent schools across Mississippi, Tennessee, Louisiana, and Arkansas.

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Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools (SAES)

The accrediting and membership organization for Episcopal schools in the southwestern United States.

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Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)

The accrediting and membership organization for independent schools throughout Virginia.

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