Accreditation

NAIS: The National Association of Independent Schools is a membership organization representing approximately 1,200 independent schools and associations in the United States and abroad. As a NAIS member, Orchard affirms that we operate with ethical principles, offer an intellectual environment of free and open inquiry, show evidence of sound fiscal practice and have responsible governance and administration.

ISACS: Independent Schools Association of Central States is the accrediting organization for The Orchard School. This process, including an extensive self-study and external evaluation, is conducted every seven years.

NAEYC: National Association for the Education of Young Children is the accrediting organization for The Orchard School's preschool program