Accreditation, community, and support for
private independent and Catholic schools
since 1995.
We recognize faithful Catholic schools
NAPCIS supports and accredits K–12 schools that are faithful to the magisterium of the Catholic Church. Our accreditation process affirms strong Catholic identity, academic quality, and sound governance so families and communities can trust the schools they choose.
In the News
National News announces NAPCIS and CNS collaboration
EWTN and The National Catholic Register recently produced news articles about the collaboration between our two long-time parallel organizations, The Cardinal Newman Society and NAPCIS. The Cardinal Newman Society was founded in 1993 to support the newly released guidance from Ex Corde Ecclesia for Catholic colleges, and NAPCIS was formed two years later, in 1995, [...]
NAPCIS, The Cardinal Newman Society Announce New Partnership for School Accreditation
After 30 years of accrediting parent-led schools faithful to the Catholic Church, the National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) begins an exciting new phase as a subsidiary of The Cardinal Newman Society (CNS), integrating with Newman Guide recognition to accredit both independent and parochial schools providing faithful Catholic formation. This new partnership […]
NAPCIS SCHOOL – Faustina Academy – in the news!
Catholic News Agency wrote a piece on the long-standing cell phone ban at Faustina Academy in Irving, TX. What was new was the requirement for all families to agree to a ban on social media. That includes TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, and CapCut, and 100% of the parents support it!
NAPCIS Pre-Accredited Member Schools
Schools formally committed to the NAPCIS accreditation process and actively preparing for full accreditation. Learn More
Newman Guide Recommended Schools
Numerous NAPCIS schools are recognized as Newman Guide Recommended Schools for their commitment to high academics and strong Catholic identity. You can find these schools here.
