About Accreditation

A voluntary commitment to standards of excellence

Accreditation is a voluntary self-evaluation and peer review against standards of excellence, and a public commitment to high-quality education and care.

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Describe a classroom reading group observed as an example of quality practice, without documents or seals.

APPLE Manuals

The 2024 Standards Manual and the K-12 Addendum.

APPLE Accreditation Standards Manual

2024 APPLE Accreditation Standards Manual.

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APPLE Accreditation Standards Manual Addendum (K-12)

K-12 addendum to the APPLE Accreditation Standards Manual.

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Where to go next

Continue through the public accreditation pages, or apply when you are ready.

Accreditation Process Florida and out-of-state steps, timelines, and resources.
K-12 Accreditation Early learning plus kindergarten through grade 12.
Family Child Care Homes FCCH and large family child care homes.