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It is important to know that the independent school you choose has been evaluated and endorsed by one or more accreditation agencies and/or member organizations committed to holding private educational institutions to high standards. In Atlanta, you’re likely to come across several of the following terms in your search. Use this guide as a reference and look up these organizations via their websites for more information.

AAAIS
The Atlanta Area Association of Independent Schools

ACSI
The Association of Christian Schools International

AdvancED/SACS

GAC
Georgia Accrediting Commission

GAPSAC
The Georgia Private School Accreditation Council

GISA
The Georgia Independent School Association

JATP
The Joint Admissions Testing Program

NAIS
The National Association of Independent Schools

SAIS
The Southern Association of Independent Schools