Hangzhou, China — As the new spring unfolds, Hangzhou Entel Foreign Language School has achieved a significant milestone by becoming an officially accredited institution under Cognia, the world's leading educational quality certification body. With 125 years of history and formed in 2018 through the merger of Advanced and Measured Progress, Cognia is renowned as the "Oscar of Education," serving over 36,000 schools across 85 countries and impacting 25 million students and 5 million educators.

A Rigorous Three-Month Evaluation

The accreditation process, described as "strict and comprehensive" by Ms. Liu Ruohan, a faculty member involved throughout, spanned nearly three months. The evaluation scrutinized nearly 30 criteria, including educational philosophy, curriculum design, faculty quality, and institutional management. "Every department collaborated closely to meet Cognia's exacting standards," Ms. Liu emphasized.

Four Pillars of Cognia's Assessment

Cognia's framework evaluates schools across four dimensions:

1. Culture of Learning

2. Leadership of Learning

3. Engagement of Learning

4. Growth in Learning

This holistic review ensures excellence in teaching, administrative practices, and student outcomes.

Key Benefits of Cognia Accreditation

1. Global Recognition
        Entel's accreditation bolsters its international reputation, attracting top-tier students and educators worldwide.

2. Quality Assurance
        The certification confirms adherence to advanced standards in curriculum, teaching, and student support, ensuring world-class education.

3. College Admissions Edge
        Cognia-accredited credentials are trusted by elite universities globally, including institutions in Japan, enhancing opportunities for EJU exam candidates.

4. Faculty Development
        Teachers gain access to professional evaluations, training, and growth opportunities, elevating their expertise.

5. Global Resource Network
        Entel now joins Cognia's international network, unlocking access to cutting-edge resources and cross-border collaborations.

Wu Suowei, Director of the Bilingual Department, remarked, "This accreditation validates our educational quality on a global stage and opens doors for Entel students to broader horizons."

A Commitment to Future-Ready Education

As a Cognia-certified institution, Entel reaffirms its mission to “foster well-rounded students prepared for an unpredictable future,” continuously refining its practices to empower every learner's growth.

Editor: Li Yang, Zhao Yefeng

Approved by: Gong Yaodong