Accreditation and Affiliation

The Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) guides, inspires, and advances independent schools in fulfilling their mission to provide students with a high quality educational experience. Through a comprehensive accreditation process, supportive collegial community, and extensive professional development opportunities, NWAIS supports each school on its individual path towards ongoing improvement.

Giddens School is an Accredited Member of the Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS). As proof of our ongoing commitment to providing a high quality educational experience, our school has met the NWAIS Standards as determined by the NWAIS Accreditation Committee and Board of Governors, and successfully achieved the highest level of NWAIS affiliation.