Cognia Accreditation
Assuring quality. Building trust. Driving improvement.
Accreditation is a structured quality-assurance process that evaluates whether a school meets clearly defined standards in teaching, learning, leadership, governance, and student outcomes. It confirms that a school operates within a reliable, transparent, and internationally recognized framework of education.
An accredited school is not just evaluated once—it commits to continuous improvement, regular review, and evidence-based decision-making to enhance learning experiences for every student.
Global Credibility
Internationally benchmarked standards and recognized quality assurance.
Continuous Improvement
Evidence-based review cycles that strengthen school systems over time.
SERI and Cognia
SERI represents Cognia, one of the world’s most respected non-profit accreditation organizations, supporting more than 40,000 schools and education systems across 100+ countries. We help schools in India understand and implement Cognia’s internationally benchmarked standards.
Cognia’s accreditation framework aligns closely with the National Education Policy (NEP 2020), emphasizing quality, accountability, data-driven improvement, learner-centered practices, and transparency.
Why Cognia accreditation matters
For schools
- Establish clear academic and operational standards.
- Improve leadership, governance, and teaching practices.
- Strengthen documentation, processes, and accountability.
- Prepare for long-term growth and sustainability.
- Engage staff in professional learning and reflection.
For parents & students
- Confidence in quality and school systems.
- International quality benchmarks and transparency.
- Support for student progression and mobility.
- Trust in safety, support, and learning environments.
- Better recognition of school credentials.
Cognia Performance Standards
Cognia’s Performance Standards describe what high-quality schools should demonstrate in practice. These standards vary slightly by institution type but are organized under four core domains:
1. Culture of Learning
Safe, inclusive environments where students feel supported and motivated to learn.
2. Leadership for Learning
Leadership that sets direction, supports teachers, and drives improvement.
3. Engagement of Learning
Curriculum, instruction, assessment, and learning experiences that meet student needs.
4. Growth in Learning
Data-informed monitoring of progress and improvement in outcomes.
These domains act as a roadmap for school improvement, not just a checklist for accreditation.
Learn more about Cognia Performance Standards at www.cognia.org.
Our role in the accreditation journey
At SERI, we partner with schools at every stage of the Cognia accreditation process—so accreditation becomes a meaningful improvement journey, not a one-time event.
- Orientation and accreditation readiness support.
- Understanding and applying Cognia Performance Standards.
- Self-study planning and evidence preparation.
- Guidance through reviews and improvement cycles.
- Continuous improvement support beyond accreditation.
Apply for Accreditation / Affiliation
Accreditation is a commitment to quality, transparency, and student success. Connect with our team to understand eligibility, timelines, and next steps.