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Accreditation

St. Paul’s Lutheran Preschool is accredited through both the Western Association of
Schools and Colleges (WASC) and National Lutheran School Accreditation (NLSA).

A Mark of Quality and Accountability

Accreditation is an important mark of quality and accountability. It means our preschool has participated in a thorough self-study process, welcomed outside review and committed to ongoing growth and improvement. Through this process, we reflect on who we are, what we do well and how we can continue strengthening our program for children and families.

Going Beyond the Requirements

While all licensed preschools are required to meet state licensing standards, accreditation goes beyond basic licensing requirements. Most preschools do not choose to go through the additional time, reflection, documentation and outside review required for accreditation.

St. Paul’s has chosen to pursue and maintain both WASC and NLSA accreditation because we believe children and families deserve a preschool that is not only safe and caring, but also thoughtful, accountable and committed to ongoing growth.

WASC Accreditation

 

WASC accreditation affirms our commitment to a safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate early childhood program that supports the growth of the whole child.

Focus: Program quality, whole-child development and continuous improvement.

 

NLSA Accreditation

 

NLSA accreditation reflects our identity as a Lutheran school and our commitment to Christ-centered education, faith formation and excellence in ministry.

Focus: Lutheran identity, faith formation and excellence in Christian education.

 

Confidence for Your Family

For families, accreditation provides confidence that St. Paul’s is not only licensed, but also committed to recognized standards, continuous improvement and high-quality Christian early childhood education.

Recognized standards

Ongoing evaluation and improvement

High-quality Christ-centered education

At St. Paul’s, we do not pursue accreditation simply to earn a title. We pursue it because children and families deserve a preschool that is thoughtful, accountable and always growing.

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