National Micro School Accrediting Association

Supporting educators every step of the Micro School journey

Promoting high-quality learning by connecting practice, policy, and research.

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WHERE EDUCATORS ARE THE EXPERTS

We are a next-gen learning partner

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Traditional School Turnover Rate

Annually in the United States, approximately 16% of teachers leave each year — 8% move to other schools and the other 8% quit the profession entirely.

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Micro Schools

According to the National Microschooling Center, there are an estimated 95,000 micro schools in the US, with Canadian micro schools experiencing a 66% increase.*

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Students

EdSource, a nonprofit newsroom reports that micro schools have grown exponentially, serving over 1.5 million K-12 students.

Academic Growth

The academic growth of micro school students is driven by personalized, flexible learning options provided by educators and a tailored curriculum.

BENEFITS OF ACCREDITATION

Join hundreds of accredited educators.

Streamlines operating
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Become the expert
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Creates community
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Conveys commitment
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Strengthens focus on
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Education. Re-Imagined.

Greater Ownership

Educators involved in the design and implementation of their classroom feel a greater sense of ownership and investment in the school's success.

Predictable Income

Whether for-profit or nonprofit, micro school educators enjoy the freedom to control both their student enrollment and their income—on their terms.

Curriculum Design

Micro schools allow teachers to develop their own curriculum, tailoring it to their educational philosophy and students' needs.

Flexible Scheduling

Micro schools offer more flexible schedules, allowing teachers to better balance their work and personal lives.

Innovative Methods

Teachers can explore and implement innovative teaching strategies, such as project-based learning, without the constraints of traditional schooling.

Less Bureaucracy

Micro schools can have less bureaucracy than traditional schools, allowing teachers to focus more on teaching and less on administrative tasks.

Sense of Purpose

The ability to make a real difference in students' lives and contribute to a positive learning environment can lead to greater satisfaction.

Skill Development

Teachers can develop new skills by teaching different subjects or age groups in a micro school setting.

Innovation

Teachers can try out new teaching methods and approaches without the limitations of rigid rules and standardized testing.

Leadership Roles

Micro schools offer leadership opportunities for teachers, such as curriculum development and business management.

Positive Impact

Teachers can have a greater impact on students' lives due to the close relationships and personalized learning environment.

Parental Involvement

Parents play an integral role in the decision-making process, collaborate with teachers, and contribute to the overall school environment.

Strong Connections

Micro schools foster a close-knit community where teachers, students, and parents can build strong relationships.

Selective Enrollment

Micro school educators enjoy flexible admissions criteria that prioritize a student's learning style, interests, and family values.

Personalize Learning

Smaller class sizes enable teachers to provide more individualized attention and support to each student.

Multi-age Learning

Multi-age groups often develop a family-like culture with older students helping younger classmates.

Have any questions?

Being a micro school educator offers several benefits, including the opportunity for increased leadership, innovation, and a more personalized approach to teaching.

Micro schools, with their smaller class sizes, foster stronger teacher-student relationships and allow for greater flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods. This can lead to a more fulfilling and impactful teaching experience, along with increased and more predictable earning potential.

Accreditation signals to families, educators, and policymakers that a program is committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences and ongoing improvement.

Through the NMSAA Program Quality Assessment & Accreditation system, we expand access to this critical process—empowering more programs to demonstrate their dedication to excellence.

What Accreditation Means for Each Collaborator:

For Programs: Strengthens your capacity to meet the highest standards, boosting professional growth and enhancing your program’s reputation.
For Educators & Staff: Offers a structured framework to refine teaching practices, foster collaboration, and achieve professional recognition.
For Families & Communities: Ensures that students benefit from developmentally appropriate, engaging, and high-quality learning experiences.
For Policymakers & Advocates: Sets a national benchmark for learning quality, supporting systemic improvements across states and regions.

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Education re-imagined.