Independent international accreditation for schools, colleges and universities.
ITA reviews your institution against standards of quality, consistency and care, and gives you a credential you can stand behind with students, parents and partners.
What an ITA review stands on
The International Teachers Association is a community of educators working to improve education worldwide. Every accreditation is shaped by three values.
Quality
We look at what your students actually experience, from teaching and curriculum to leadership and support.
Consistency
The same clear standards apply to every institution, in every country, so your result means something.
Kindness
Reviews are respectful and constructive. We want your institution to succeed, and we say how to get there.
Who we accredit
ITA offers independent international accreditation across the education sector.
Schools
Primary, secondary and international schools that want an external mark of quality for families and staff.
Apply as a schoolColleges
Colleges and training institutions that want their programmes and standards independently recognised.
Apply as a collegeUniversities
Universities that want to show international students and partners a clear commitment to quality.
Apply as a universityFrom first enquiry to accredited
A straightforward path with a named contact at ITA throughout.
Tell us about your institution
Send a short enquiry with your institution type, country and goals for accreditation.
Submit your documents
Share the information ITA needs to understand your programmes, staff and policies.
ITA reviews your submission
Our reviewers assess your institution against ITA standards and may ask follow-up questions.
Receive the decision
You get a clear outcome with feedback, including guidance on any areas to strengthen.
Show your accreditation
Once accredited, you can share your status with students, parents and partners.
What accreditation gives your institution
More than a certificate: a framework for improvement and a place in an international community of educators.
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An independent point of referenceAn external, international view of your quality that families and partners can understand.
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A framework for getting betterClear feedback on teaching, governance and policy that you can act on.
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Credibility you can showA credential for your website, prospectus and conversations with prospective students.
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A global communityConnection to ITA's network of educators, colleges, corporations and research universities.
Grow further with ITA
Accreditation is one part of what ITA offers to institutions and their teams.
Certification services
Alongside institutional accreditation, ITA provides certification services including IEPQ and IPQEC.
ITA Academy
Training and academic programmes for teachers and educators.
UITA-University
University-level programmes from the ITA family.
Questions institutions ask
Cannot find your answer? Send us an enquiry below.
Who can apply?
Schools, colleges and universities anywhere in the world. If you are unsure which category fits your institution, tell us in your enquiry.
Is ITA accreditation a government licence?
No. ITA is an independent international accreditation body. Government licensing or ministry recognition is separate, and requirements differ by country, so please check with your local education authority as well.
How long does accreditation take?
It depends on your institution and how quickly documents are provided. Send an enquiry and we will give you an estimate.
What does it cost?
Fees depend on the type and size of your institution. Send an enquiry and we will reply with a clear quote.
Can we display our accreditation?
Yes. Once accredited, you will receive guidance on how to present your ITA accreditation on your website and printed materials.
Start your accreditation
Tell us about your institution. An ITA team member will reply with the next steps.