Guidelines
To assist with the accreditation process, a small schools version of the Guidelines for Applicants for Accreditation (PDF - 2.1Mb) has been developed.
Phase one - establishing readiness
Self Assessment
Like other schools, small schools should start by undertaking a self assessment using the Self Assessment Framework (PDF - 222Kb). Schools that are ready for accreditation will have achieved Level 4 of the framework.
A Self Assessment Pack of 3 short questionnaires is also available. These are designed for schools to support their self-assessment. They are not required as part of the verification process.
- Accreditation Readiness Questionnaire (PDF - 189Kb)
- Documentation and Evidence Questionnaire (PDF - 149Kb)
- Teacher Questionnaire (PDF - 141Kb)
Phase two - verification
Online Performance and Development Culture Questionnaire (PDCQ)
The PDCQ is Step 1 of the verification process. It is an online teacher questionnaire used to establish the extent to which teachers believe the school has a Performance and Development Culture.