Accreditations

Chester College International School School is an authorised school by both the regional government of Galicia (1998) and the Spanish Ministry of Education (1987).

In accordance with Spanish legislation, American Schools in Spain must be accredited by one of the 4 regional accrediting organisations in the US.

Chester College International School is a member in good standing of AdvancED under which it is fully accredited.

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In order to earn AdvancED Performance Accreditation, institutions must:

• Meet the AdvancED Standards and accreditation policies.
• Demonstrate quality assurance through internal and engagement reviews.
• Engage in continuous improvement.

The Mediterranean Association of International Schools (MAIS) is a professional organization that strives to improve the quality of education in its Member schools. It promotes the professional development of Faculty, Administrators, and School Board Members, effects communication and interchange, and creates international understanding.

MAIS serves as a liaison between its 33 Member Schools, host country schools, Associate Member organizations and other regional, professional, and in-service organizations.

Chester College International School is an official Trinity College London examination centre since 1991. It regularly conducts English language accreditation exams (GESE, ISE) onsite.

Chester College International School is, as of 2014, an official SAT and AP examination center.