The CfSA Kitemark
Recognising excellence in subject association work
The CfSA Kitemark is our accreditation for member Subject Associations who have demonstrated sustained excellence across a range of criteria, from membership and governance to advocacy, resources, and teacher development.
It’s a mark that tells members, schools, policymakers, and partners: this organisation does excellent work, consistently, over time.
What does the Kitemark recognise?
To receive the Kitemark, a Subject Association must provide evidence — over a minimum of three years — that they:
- are a constituted, independent membership organisation with a clear mission
- have an active governing body
- engage regularly with CfSA activities and events
- work to influence government and policy on behalf of their members
- keep members informed on policy, research, and professional development
- provide a community through events, conferences, and networks
- produce and share high-quality, research-informed resources
- contribute to teacher training and development
- stay current with new thinking, new technologies, and the changing education landscape
- work with subject experts and leaders to continuously improve their offer
Our Kitemark holders
We’re proud to recognise the following member associations for their outstanding contribution to subject education.
2024
- Independent Society of Musicians (ISM)
- NALDIC
- Music Mark
- National Association of Teachers of RE (NATRE)
- National Drama
- Association for Physical Education (afPE)
2025
- The English Association
- NSEAD
Apply for the Kitemark
There are three application windows per year. If your association has been doing excellent work, and we know our members have, we’d love to hear from you.
Download the application guide
Next deadline: 29 April 2026
Applications should be submitted to admin@subjectassociations.org.uk. The Kitemark is awarded at the discretion of the CfSA Directors following scrutiny of the evidence provided. If you have any questions, get in touch, we’re happy to help.
Interested in becoming a CfSA member?
Is your association a membership organisation for subject specialists with a major focus on the teaching of your subject in schools, colleges, and other educational settings? All subject associations are helping to raise educational standards by providing affordable, relevant, high quality professional development.
You could benefit from membership to the CfSA. Get in contact if your to find out more.
CfSA members benefit from:
– collaboration and partnership with the CfSA and its members
– dedicated page on the CfSA website and directory
– invitation to CfSA conferences and events