Resources for Independent Schools

In preparation for an accreditation visit, it is recommended that schools take the following steps:

• Once notified by the Director of the Commission that a school accreditation visit is due, the Head of School and/or Self-Study coordinators should register to attend a Self-Study Workshop
  • view details and how to register for a workshop
  • view Self-Study resources
     
• Following that and prior to beginning the Self-Study, a date will be scheduled for a member of the Commission staff to meet with faculty and administrators to provide an overview of the process and review changes in Standards and process that have occurred since the last accreditation visit.
   
• Once the school is up to date on the Self-Study process, the work can begin. Generally, it takes 18 months to 2 years to complete the Self-Study.
   
• The process of NEASC Accreditation is an ongoing partnership. Schools will be in contact with NEASC for support and to provide periodic reports between scheduled school visits.
  • Please view a list of required reports and other information that may be requested by NEASC. 
     
• It is now a requirement that schools participate fully in the peer review process and that school personnel serve on visiting team to other schools.
  • View the NEASC Volunteer Policy.