CambriLearn Accreditation

Your child's qualifications count. Everywhere.

Accredited by Cognia and Pearson Edexcel. Registered with SACAI and the IEB. Approved by the NCAA. Every certificate your child earns is identical to one from a traditional school.

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Cognia & Pearson Edexcel
Internationally accredited institution & examination centre
SACAI & IEB
Registered for Umalusi-accredited national examinations
NCAA Approved & Eligible
Courses count toward US college sports eligibility
CambriLearn Credentials

Five credentials. One school.

Internationally accredited, nationally registered, and NCAA approved. Every qualification your child earns is independently certified and universally recognised.

Accredited By
Cognia
International Accreditation Body

Cognia is an independent, non-profit organisation that evaluates schools against international quality standards. CambriLearn underwent a comprehensive review of our academic programmes, teacher qualifications, student support, and learning resources to earn this accreditation. Cognia accreditation is recognised in over 80 countries.

What this means for your child

Your child is part of an internationally accredited institution. Their education meets the same quality benchmarks as leading schools worldwide, giving universities and employers confidence in their qualifications.

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Pearson Edexcel
International Examination Body

Pearson Edexcel is one of the world's largest examination bodies, offering internationally recognised IGCSE and International A Level qualifications in over 190 countries. CambriLearn is an accredited Pearson Edexcel centre, meaning students sit official Pearson examinations and receive certificates issued directly by Pearson.

What this means for your child

Your child's IGCSE and A Level certificates come from Pearson, not from CambriLearn. Universities worldwide cannot distinguish these from certificates earned at any other Pearson centre. The qualification is identical.

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Registered With
SACAI
South African Assessment Body

SACAI (South African Comprehensive Assessment Institute) is an examination board accredited by Umalusi, the quality council for general and further education in South Africa. CambriLearn is registered with SACAI to offer the National Senior Certificate (NSC) pathway.

What this means for your child

Your child can enter for SACAI examinations, which are quality-assured by Umalusi. These are the same standards applied to every South African school. The NSC certificate is accepted by all South African universities.

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IEB
Independent Examinations Board

The Independent Examinations Board (IEB) is a South African assessment body accredited by Umalusi. The IEB is recognised locally and internationally for its rigorous academic standards and is the examination body used by most leading private schools in South Africa.

What this means for your child

Your child can enter for official IEB examinations, widely respected by South African universities and recognised globally. IEB qualifications open doors to tertiary study and career opportunities worldwide.

Approved By
NCAA
National Collegiate Athletic Association

CambriLearn is both NCAA Approved and NCAA Eligible. Our courses meet the academic standards set by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, and student-athletes can count their CambriLearn coursework toward the NCAA's eligibility requirements for US college sports participation.

What this means for your child

If your child is a student-athlete aiming for a US college sports scholarship, their CambriLearn education counts. They can meet NCAA academic requirements without switching to a traditional school.

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Why It Matters

What accreditation means for your family

University Acceptance

Certificates come from the examination body, not the school. Universities worldwide accept them without distinction.

Global Recognition

Cognia accreditation covers 80+ countries. Pearson Edexcel qualifications are recognised at universities on every continent.

Quality Assurance

Independent evaluators verify our teachers, courses, support systems, and learning outcomes on an ongoing basis.

Same as Traditional School

Your child's qualification is identical to one earned at a brick-and-mortar school. There is no asterisk, no distinction, no disadvantage.

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Common Questions

Accreditation FAQs

Is CambriLearn an accredited online school?
Yes. CambriLearn is accredited by Cognia and Pearson Edexcel, registered with SACAI and the IEB, and approved by the NCAA. These credentials ensure our qualifications are recognised by universities and employers worldwide.
What is the difference between accreditation, registration, and approval?
Accreditation (Cognia, Pearson Edexcel) means CambriLearn as an institution has been independently evaluated and meets international quality standards. Registration (SACAI, IEB) means our students can enter for official examinations through these South African assessment bodies, quality-assured by Umalusi. Approval (NCAA) means CambriLearn courses count toward eligibility for US college athletics.
What is Pearson Edexcel accreditation?
Pearson Edexcel is one of the world's largest examination bodies, offering internationally recognised qualifications in over 190 countries. CambriLearn is an accredited Pearson Edexcel centre, meaning students sit official Pearson IGCSE and International A Level examinations. Certificates are issued directly by Pearson and accepted by universities globally. Learn more about our Pearson accreditation.
Does CambriLearn offer IGCSE and A Level qualifications?
Yes. As an accredited Pearson Edexcel centre, CambriLearn offers International GCSE (IGCSE) and International A Level qualifications. Students sit official Pearson examinations at accredited testing centres worldwide and receive certificates issued by Pearson. These qualifications are accepted by universities in over 190 countries. View our Pearson Edexcel curriculum.
What does SACAI registration mean for CambriLearn students?
SACAI (South African Comprehensive Assessment Institute) is an examination board accredited by Umalusi, the quality council for education in South Africa. CambriLearn's SACAI registration allows students to enter for accredited National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations. These are quality-assured by Umalusi and accepted by all South African universities. View our SACAI registration certificate.
Is CambriLearn registered with the IEB?
Yes. CambriLearn is registered with the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) to offer the IEB curriculum pathway. The IEB is accredited by Umalusi and is widely regarded for its rigorous academic standards. IEB qualifications are accepted by all South African universities and recognised internationally. View our IEB curriculum.
What is Cognia accreditation?
Cognia is an independent, non-profit accreditation body that evaluates educational institutions worldwide. CambriLearn's Cognia accreditation confirms that our academic programmes, teacher qualifications, and student support services meet international quality standards. Cognia accreditation is recognised in over 80 countries, giving families confidence that their child's education meets global benchmarks. View our Cognia accreditation certificate.
Will universities accept my child's CambriLearn qualifications?
Yes. CambriLearn qualifications are identical to those earned at traditional schools. The certificate is issued by the examination body (Pearson Edexcel, SACAI, or IEB), not by CambriLearn. Universities and employers cannot distinguish between a CambriLearn student and any other candidate from the same examination body.
Can my child play college sports in the US?
Yes. CambriLearn is both NCAA Approved and NCAA Eligible. Our courses meet the academic standards set by the National Collegiate Athletic Association, and student-athletes can count their CambriLearn coursework toward college sports eligibility requirements.
Are online school qualifications the same as traditional school qualifications?
Yes. The certificate is issued by the examination body, not the school. Whether your child studied at CambriLearn or at a traditional school, the certificate is identical. There is no asterisk, no mention of "online," and no distinction of any kind. Universities and employers see the same qualification.
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