Le Sallay Academy has become a Candidate for Accreditation with Cognia - the largest educational accreditation organization in the United States that accredits both American and International schools.
This is an important milestone that affirms the success of our model, "The school's unique program of blended virtual and onsite sessions is highly successful because of its unique mission, purpose and core values that are evident in the selection, construction, and delivery of educational experiences." (Cognia Candidacy review report)
By being Cognia's Candidate for Accreditation, Le Sallay has shown the capacity to satisfy the standards and assurances for international schools, and to move on to the next stage of the accreditation process, that is to prepare for the engagement review envisaged for 2023-2024.
In observations of teaching and learning, students' engagement, teachers' teamwork and how we care about students' well-being, Le Sallay Academy scored well above Cognia's international average, placing us in the top 15% of all international schools inspected by Cognia.
The report highlighted Le Sallay's strengths in
- creating a culture that demonstrates respect, fairness, equity, and inclusion,
- developing and implementing a unique curriculum,
- taking into account each student's educational trajectory, social-emotional needs and allowing them to make the best of their time at the school in terms of academic achievement and emotional well-being,
- making the most of the variety of cultures represented at the school that have a fantastic impact on the students' appreciation for diverse cultures, backgrounds, and abilities.
Cognia Accreditation isn't about passing a one-time inspection - it is a continuous improvement process, and in the upcoming months we'll be fine-tuning our teaching and learning practices, as well as the organizational structure in preparation for the engagement review.
Becoming Cognia's member will endorse Le Sallay's efforts to create an innovative school with a truly international spirit that fosters a love of learning and helps students prepare for the life ahead, as thinkers, creators, and citizens. This is also a motivation for us to improve constantly, integrate with advanced education in the world, and enhance our professional сompetencies.
Stay tuned!