喜报 | 官宣！高藤致远创新学校荣获WASC认证！国际办学再上新台阶！
2026年1月27日，上海高藤致远创新学校迎来办学进程中的重要时刻—— On January 27, 2026, SMCS marked a significant milestone in its development journey— 这不仅是一份国际权威认可，更意味着我校在教育理念、课程体系、师资建设与学校治理等关键维度，已达到国际高标准质量评估体系的要求，迈入更高水平的国际化发展阶段。 This recognition is more than an international endorsement. It demonstrates that our school has met rigorous global quality standards across key dimensions, including educational philosophy, curriculum design, faculty development, and school governance, stepping into a new stage of high-quality international education. 什么是 WASC 国际认证？ What is WASC Accreditation? WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges，美国西部院校协会) 是美国六大地区权威认证机构之一，成立于1962年，为美国教育部认可的非营利组织。其认证范围覆盖加利福尼亚、夏威夷、美属萨摩亚等地区，并在亚太地区国际学校中具有广泛影响力。许多世界知名高校如斯坦福大学均在其认证体系之下。 WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) is one of the six major regional accreditation bodies in the United States. Founded in 1962, it is a non-profit organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Its accreditation network covers regions such as California, Hawaii, and American Samoa, and it also holds strong influence among international schools across the Asia-Pacific region. Many world-renowned institutions, including Stanford University, are part of the WASC accreditation system. WASC 认证为何含金量极高？ Why is WASC Accreditation Highly Valued? 01 | 权威认可，全球通行 01 | Globally Recognized, Highly Credible WASC认证在国际教育领域具有高度公信力，尤其在北美与英联邦国家的大学申请中认可度突出。 WASC accreditation is widely trusted in international education, with strong recognition especially in North American and Commonwealth university applications. 图片来源于斯坦福大学官网 在中国大陆众多国际学校中，通过WASC认证的比例极低，也因此更显珍贵与稀缺。 Among international schools in the Chinese mainland, only a very small proportion have achieved WASC accreditation—making it both rare and prestigious. 02 | 评估全面，覆盖学校全维度 02 | Comprehensive Evaluation Across the Entire School WASC的审核并不只看成绩，而是从学校整体运行出发，围绕多项核心标准，对以下方面进行系统评估，确保学校整体办学水平达到国际标准：课程与教学、师资发展、学校治理、学生支持、校园安全、设施资源等，真正做到“全链路质量审核”。 WASC does not focus solely on academic results. Instead, it assesses a school's overall operations through multiple core standards to ensure alignment with international benchmarks, including: curriculum and instruction, faculty development, school governance, student support, campus safety, and facilities and resources—a truly end-to-end quality review. 03 | 持续改进，推动长期升级 03 | Continuous Improvement for Long-Term Excellence WASC认证不是一次性“拿证”，而是一套持续优化机制。通过认证后，学校仍需定期提交进展报告，并接受阶段性访审，确保教育质量不断迭代提升。 WASC accreditation is not a one-time achievement. It is a structured mechanism for continuous enhancement. After accreditation is granted, schools are required to submit regular progress reports and undergo periodic reviews, ensuring ongoing reflection, improvement, and quality growth. 04 | 共同参与，学校发展“人人有份” 04 | A Community Effort — Everyone Plays a Role 与传统外部评估不同，WASC强调学校的主体性与共同建设：教职员工、学生与家长共同参与反思与规划，让认证成为学校每一位参与者的成长动力，而非单纯的结果。 Unlike traditional "external inspection" models, WASC emphasizes the school's ownership and shared participation. Teachers, students, and parents are encouraged to engage in reflection and planning together, making accreditation a driving force for the growth of the entire school community—not simply an end result. 这份认证意味着什么？ What Does This Accreditation Mean? 对高藤：国际标准加持，办学实力再获权威认可 权威背书：教育理念、教学质量与管理体系获得国际认证，进一步提升学校品牌影响力与行业认可度。 体系进阶：以认证标准为牵引，持续优化课程建设、教学实践与治理机制，推动办学质量稳步提升。 资源拓展：链接全球优质教育网络，拓宽国际交流合作与资源共享渠道，为学校发展注入更多可能。 Authoritative endorsement: Our educational philosophy, teaching quality, and management systems have gained international recognition, strengthening our reputation and influence. Systematic advancement: Guided by WASC standards, we will continue improving curriculum development, teaching practices, and governance structures to ensure steady progress in overall quality. Expanded opportunities: By connecting with a global education network, we open doors to more international collaboration and resource sharing, bringing new momentum to the school’s development. 向左滑动查看英文版 Swipe left to view the English version 对学生：路径更清晰，升学竞争力更强 全球认可度提升：成绩单与毕业资质具备更强的国际通行力，为申请世界名校提供有力支撑。 Stronger global recognition: Students' transcripts and graduation credentials gain broader international acceptance, providing stronger support for applications to top universities worldwide. 学业衔接更顺畅：未来海外升学在课程对接与学分转换方面更具便利性，规划更高效、更从容。 Smoother academic transition: Future overseas study becomes more efficient with easier course alignment and credit transfer options, enabling more flexible and confident academic planning. 对家长：质量更可见，选择更安心 WASC认证不仅是一份荣誉，更是一份国际级教育质量保障。它意味着学校能够持续提供更稳定、更安全、更高质量的学习环境，让家长的选择更放心，也让每一份教育投入更值得。 WASC accreditation is not only an honor—it is also a guarantee of international-level educational quality. It reflects our commitment to providing a stable, safe, and high-quality learning environment, giving families greater confidence and ensuring every educational investment delivers lasting value. 获得 WASC 初始认证，是高藤国际化发展的重要里程碑，更是一段全新旅程的开始。 Achieving initial WASC accreditation is a major milestone in SMCS's international development—and it also marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter. 未来，上海高藤致远创新学校将继续以高标准要求自身，持续完善教学与管理体系，深化课程改革与师资建设，为学生打造更广阔的成长平台，提供更优质的国际教育资源，培养兼具全球视野与家国情怀的新时代青年。 Moving forward, SMCS will continue holding itself to the highest standards, improving teaching and management systems, deepening curriculum innovation, strengthening faculty development, and providing broader platforms and stronger global resources for every student's growth. 感谢每一位师生与家长的支持与同行。 我们将继续携手向前，共赴更高质量的教育未来！ Thank you to every student, parent, and staff member for your trust and support. toward a future of even higher-quality education.
学校正式获得 ACS WASC（美国西部院校协会）官方认证，认证有效期至 2029年6月30日。
the school has officially obtained accreditation from ACS WASC (Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges), valid until June 30, 2029.For SMCS: International Standards, Stronger Global Recognition
For SMCSers: Clearer Pathways, Greater Competitiveness
For Parents: More Transparency, Greater Confidence
Together, we will continue moving forward—