SAIS is a regional accrediting association serving over 380 independent K–12 schools in the southeastern U.S., Caribbean, and Latin America. It provides voluntary accreditation, professional development, and leadership programs to foster school improvement and best practices.
Affiliations
Trusted Affiliations Shaping Independent School Excellence
New York State Association of Independent Schools
NYSAIS accredits more than 200 independent nursery, elementary, and secondary schools (about 80,000 students), and is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. It offers accreditation, professional development, and advocacy.

Association of LD Schools
Founded in 2023, ALDS is a nonprofit network of schools serving students with learning differences like dyslexia and executive dysfunction. It facilitates collaboration, shared resources, and professional support among member institutions.

Association of Independent School Admission Professionals
AISAP supports independent and private school admissions and enrollment professionals with training, certification, resources, and community networking—serving over 3,000 members.
Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
CASE is a global association for advancement professionals in education, specializing in alumni relations, communications, fundraising, and marketing. Their CASE‑NAIS partnership hosts a major conference for independent school advancement.

Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools
ADVIS represents around 130 independent schools in eastern PA, southern NJ, DE, and MD. Founded in 1981, it focuses on professional development, governance training, networking, and leadership support.

Academy of International School Heads
AISH is a global nonprofit for heads and deputy heads of international schools. Established in 1999, it offers leadership development, peer networking, and advocacy tailored to international school challenges.

Independent Schools Association of the Southwest
Dating back to 1955, ISAS accredits and supports nearly 90 independent schools across AZ, KS, LA, NM, OK, TX, and Mexico. It offers a rigorous ten‑year accreditation cycle, professional development, and community events.

Association of Colorado Independent Schools
ACIS is Colorado’s association for independent schools, offering NAIS‑recognized accreditation. It promotes equity, excellence, and best educational practices aligned with state and national standards.
Association for the Advancement of International Education
AAIE is a global community that connects international educators and provides professional development, leadership support, and a collaborative forum for sharing best practices in international schools.

California Association of Independent Schools
CAIS is an accrediting and support organization serving over 200 independent schools in California, offering professional development, networking, and school improvement initiatives.
Enrollment Management Association
EMA supports enrollment leaders at independent and private schools with assessment tools, data insights, professional development, and strategic enrollment guidance.

Independent Schools Association of the Central States
ISACS accredits and supports independent schools in the central U.S., offering professional development, governance support, and school improvement resources for nearly 240 schools.

International School of the Americas Network
ISANET fosters international education, cultural exchange, and global citizenship among participating schools.
National Association of Episcopal Schools
NAES serves Episcopal schools and early childhood education programs across the U.S., offering resources for leadership, governance, mission integration, and spiritual development.

National Association of Independent Schools
NAIS represents over 1,600 member schools in the U.S. and abroad. It provides accreditation, data analysis, strategic guidance, and professional development for independent school leadership.

The Association of Boarding Schools
TABS is a global organization that supports boarding schools with advocacy, research, marketing, and professional development services to promote residential education.

AISNE-association of independent schools in New England
AISNE is a membership organization that supports independent schools in New England through advocacy, professional development, and resources.

The Heads Network
The Heads Network is a community of heads of school dedicated to supporting one another through collaboration, professional development, and shared resources.

Small Boarding Schools Association
The Small Boarding School Association establishes a forum for personal and professional dialogue, which promotes and supports small boarding schools.

ICAISA-international council advancing independent school accreditation
ICAISA is an organization dedicated to advancing independent school accreditation through collaboration, research, and professional development.

AIMS-association of Maryland and DC schools
AIMS is a membership organization that supports independent schools in Maryland and DC through advocacy, professional development, and resources.