Accreditation & Memberships
International Recognition.
Somersfield Academy is fully CAIS accredited, meeting rigorous international standards, ensuring excellence in education, student development, and lifelong learning opportunities.
CAIS Accreditation
As part of our ongoing CAIS accreditation, we are engaging in a self-study process. This is a unique opportunity for our entire community, students, staff, leadership, board members, and parents, to analyse the complex workings of our school and ensure we are positioned for long-term success. For more information, visit cais.ca/accreditation.
CAIS Accreditation Self Study
CAIS Accreditation Videos
Educational institutes that offer International Baccalaureate (IB) courses to their students. IB’s strict application process ensures that vigorous international standards are satisfied regardless of where a world school is situated. As of 2020, there are over 5,000 IB world schools across more than 150 countries.
The IB continuum of international education for 3-19 year olds is unique because of its academic and personal rigour. We challenge students to excel in their studies and in their personal growth. We aim to inspire a quest for learning throughout life that is marked by enthusiasm and empathy.
The National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) accreditation process rests on comprehensive standards which schools must meet. The standards address all areas of school life, including the following: mission, governance, finance, program, community of the school, administration, development, admissions, personnel, health and safety, facilities, student services, school culture, and residential life (where applicable).
Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) was established in 1981 as a community of independent schools who choose to meet and exceed rigorous National Standards that inspire continuous whole school improvement. It’s key activities include supporting collaborative initiatives in leadership, education, management, governance, and advocacy.
Seeking Education and Equity and Diversity (SEED) provides transformational professional development that prepares leaders to facilitate conversations that drive social change within their institution.
Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) is a private limited company based in Gloucestershire, England, which provides educational support services. Incorporated on 27 July 1993, the company's main role is to operate the application process for British universities and colleges.