Dallas International School vs Dallas International School – Waterview Campus

	D Dallas International School Dallas, United States	D Dallas International School – Waterview Campus Dallas, United States
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year $1,000 - 31,650	Fees / year $25,500 - 31,650
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum, IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum French Curriculum, IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), American Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 700	Pupils 700
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language French, English	Instruction language English, French
Opened	Opened 1991	Opened 1991
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Dallas, Texas, United States. The Primary Campus (Lower School) is at 6039 Churchill Way, Dallas, TX 75230. The Secondary Campus (Upper School) is at 17811 Waterview Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75252. A shuttle service operates between campuses.	Location Upper School (Waterview Campus) is located at 17811 Waterview Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75252. The Lower School (Primary Campus) is at 6039 Churchill Way, Dallas, TX 75230. The Secondary Campus on Waterview Parkway is adjacent to the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas).
Stages	Stages Early Childhood; Elementary School (First Grade – 5th Grade); Middle School; High School.	Stages Lower School comprises Early Childhood through 4th Grade at the Churchill Way campus. Elementary School covers First Grade through 5th Grade. The Secondary Campus on Waterview Parkway houses the Middle and High School levels, with 5th Grade through graduation taking place on the Waterview campus.
School type	School type Private international school	School type Private international school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Over 30 nationalities represented; 50% of DIS students are citizens of more than one country.	Pupil nationality mix Approximately 700 students represent over 30 nationalities.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Exceptional Learner Program with differentiations to meet diverse learning needs. Accommodations may include an enrichment program, cross-grade placement, and curriculum acceleration.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation France	Country affiliation France; Dallas International School is accredited by the French Ministry of Education through 12th grade and is the only international private school in North Texas.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Waterview Campus is open to students from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Class start time is 8:15 a.m. Afternoon carpool begins at 3:25 p.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. Lunch is provided by Sage Dining Services.	School day structure Waterview Campus hours are 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Bus service details	Bus service details A shuttle service operates between campuses; buses or vans may be used for school-sponsored events on occasion.	Bus service details A shuttle service operates between campuses; GoKid is used to facilitate carpool arrangements.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - Enrollment deposit: USD 1,000 (required with a fully signed Enrollment Contract to hold a place and to qualify for the Early Tuition Rate when returned by the stated deadlines). - Matriculation fee (first-time DIS students only): USD 1,000, invoiced during the enrollment process. Tuition fees (annual and per-term split by year group) Notes on payment structure used below: the school offers two payment-plan styles. Under the two-installment plan, 60% of the annual tuition is due by the June payment deadline (the June installment is stated as due “less the USD 1,000 deposit” already paid) and the remaining 40% is due by the January payment deadline. Under the one-payment plan, the full annual tuition is payable by the June deadline. The numeric “per-term” amounts below show the two-installment split (June installment = 60% of annual tuition minus USD 1,000 deposit; January installment = 40% of annual tuition). - Early Childhood (EC2 – Kindergarten) - Early-rate annual tuition: USD 24,800. - Regular-rate annual tuition: USD 25,500. - Two-installment plan (Early rate): June due = USD 13,880 (60% of 24,800 = 14,880 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 9,920 (40% of 24,800). - Two-installment plan (Regular rate): June due = USD 14,300 (60% of 25,500 = 15,300 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 10,200 (40% of 25,500). - Elementary (Grades 1–4) - Early-rate annual tuition: USD 26,000. - Regular-rate annual tuition: USD 26,700. - Two-installment plan (Early rate): June due = USD 14,600 (60% of 26,000 = 15,600 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 10,400 (40% of 26,000). - Two-installment plan (Regular rate): June due = USD 15,020 (60% of 26,700 = 16,020 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 10,680 (40% of 26,700). - Lower Secondary / Middle (Grades 5–6) - Early-rate annual tuition: USD 26,100. - Regular-rate annual tuition: USD 26,800. - Two-installment plan (Early rate): June due = USD 14,660 (60% of 26,100 = 15,660 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 10,440 (40% of 26,100). - Two-installment plan (Regular rate): June due = USD 15,080 (60% of 26,800 = 16,080 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 10,720 (40% of 26,800). - Upper Middle (Grades 7–9) - Early-rate annual tuition: USD 27,850. - Regular-rate annual tuition: USD 28,650. - Two-installment plan (Early rate): June due = USD 15,710 (60% of 27,850 = 16,710 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 11,140 (40% of 27,850). - Two-installment plan (Regular rate): June due = USD 16,190 (60% of 28,650 = 17,190 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 11,460 (40% of 28,650). - High School (Grades 10–12) - Early-rate annual tuition: USD 30,750. - Regular-rate annual tuition: USD 31,650. - Two-installment plan (Early rate): June due = USD 17,450 (60% of 30,750 = 18,450 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 12,300 (40% of 30,750). - Two-installment plan (Regular rate): June due = USD 17,990 (60% of 31,650 = 18,990 less USD 1,000 deposit); January due = USD 12,660 (40% of 31,650). Billing schedule and payment terms - Enrollment timing and early-rate deadlines: returning families must return the Enrollment Contract and USD 1,000 deposit by the stated re-enrollment deadline to qualify for the Early Tuition Rate; new families must return the Enrollment Contract and USD 1,000 deposit by the stated enrollment deadline to qualify for the Early Tuition Rate. The school uses a June and January installment structure for the two-installment plan and an all-in-June one-payment option. - Standard installment deadlines (two-installment plan): June 15 — 60% of annual tuition due (less USD 1,000 deposit); January 15 — remaining 40% due. One-payment plan: full annual tuition due by June 15. - Monthly invoicing and invoice disputes: Invoices are generated and sent around the 25th of each month and are due the 15th of the following month; invoice disputes must be raised within 20 days after issuance; past-due accounts are assessed administrative fees and penalties, and late fees begin at USD 50 per occurrence. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; the school operates as a day school with Lower School and Upper School campuses and does not list boarding services. Other costs and common additional fees - What is included in tuition (no additional charge): lunch service, textbooks, French reading-list materials, regular local field trips, standard exam fees (DELF, DNB, FB, IB) and one yearbook. - Uniforms: Uniforms are required/available and are sold online; uniform purchase cost varies by family depending on items purchased. - After-hours care and afterschool activities: - Standard after-school care billing: the standard rate is USD 10.00 per hour for students in Grades GS–CM1; drop-in after-school care rates are USD 30 per day for TPS–MS. A USD 1 per minute charge applies for students remaining in care after 6:00 pm. Afterschool activity and extended-care fees are invoiced through the school's tuition management platform. Monthly invoicing periods for afterschool care follow a month-by-month schedule (invoices issued via the tuition management system). - Optional afterschool activities are charged separately and invoiced through the tuition-management system. - Optional extras that may incur charges: additional yearbook copies, certain external trips beyond routine local field trips, and any optional programs or camps. Refunds and invoice/withdrawal terms - Disputes and timing: invoice disputes must be raised within 20 days of invoice issuance; after 20 days an invoice may no longer be disputed and the full amount will be owed and subject to service charges. Past-due accounts will incur administrative fees and penalties; late fees begin at USD 50 per occurrence. Specific tuition refund or withdrawal refund language is governed by the school's Enrollment Agreement and Financial Responsibility terms. Fee payment options and platform fees - Accepted payment methods and details: - Written check (mailed or dropped at either campus reception — Churchill Way or Waterview Parkway). - Online ACH or bank-account check payments through Blackbaud Tuition Management (BBTM): platform fee of 1% + USD 0.30 per transaction applies, with a cap of USD 2.50 per transaction for transactions of USD 220 or more. - Credit and debit card payments via the tuition-management site (BBTM): convenience fee of 3.12% applies. - Online bank payment initiated from a personal bank account (the bank sends a check by mail to the school). Automatic payment schedules can be set up within the tuition-management account. - Invoicing cadence and account management: invoices are issued via the tuition-management platform; families can view upcoming payments and set automatic payments on the platform; the school's accounting office handles disputes and account inquiries during stated office hours. Late fees and penalties apply for missed payments. If you require these fee figures presented in a different format (for example: grouped by campus, or only regular rates), the numeric annual and installment figures above can be used directly for such conversions.	Fee details Application & Enrollment Fees - Enrollment deposit to hold a place and to qualify for the Early Tuition Rate: USD 1,000 (credited to the student account upon enrollment). - Matriculation fee (one-time, invoiced for first-time DIS students during the enrollment process): USD 1,000. Annual Tuition — 2026–2027 (Early Rate and Regular Rate by grade band) - Early Childhood (EC2–EC4, Kindergarten): Early Rate USD 24,800 — Regular Rate USD 25,500. - Elementary (1st–4th): Early Rate USD 26,000 — Regular Rate USD 26,700. - Lower Secondary / 5th–6th (CM2–6ème): Early Rate USD 26,100 — Regular Rate USD 26,800. - Middle Secondary / 7th–9th (5ème–3ème): Early Rate USD 27,850 — Regular Rate USD 28,650. - Upper Secondary / 10th–12th (2nde–Terminale): Early Rate USD 30,750 — Regular Rate USD 31,650. How the billing installments work (standard schedule used by the school) - Payment schedule for the academic year is split into two principal due dates: 60% of the annual tuition is due by June 15 (reduced by the USD 1,000 deposit already paid), and the remaining 40% is due by January 15. Deadlines published for these dates are: February 15, 2026 (returning families deposit deadline), March 27, 2026 (new families deposit deadline), June 15, 2026 (60% due less the deposit), and January 15, 2027 (40% due). Example installment amounts using the Regular (annual) rates and the two-payment schedule - Early Childhood — Annual: USD 25,500 - June installment (60% of annual, less USD 1,000 deposit): USD 14,300. - January installment (40%): USD 10,200. - Elementary (1st–4th) — Annual: USD 26,700 - June installment (60% less USD 1,000): USD 15,020. - January installment (40%): USD 10,680. - 5th–6th — Annual: USD 26,800 - June installment (60% less USD 1,000): USD 15,080. - January installment (40%): USD 10,720. - 7th–9th — Annual: USD 28,650 - June installment (60% less USD 1,000): USD 16,190. - January installment (40%): USD 11,460. - 10th–12th — Annual: USD 31,650 - June installment (60% less USD 1,000): USD 17,990. - January installment (40%): USD 12,660. What is included in tuition - Lunch service (provided by SAGE Dining Services), textbooks, the French reading list at all levels, regular local field trips, exam fees (DELF, DNB, FB, IB) and the yearbook are included in the cost of tuition. Additional or extra costs (charged in addition to core tuition) - Uniforms: offered online and billed separately. - After-hours care / before- and after-school care: invoiced through the school's tuition management system. - Optional afterschool activities and electives: invoiced through the school's tuition management system. - Exam-related optional or external fees where applicable (for specific programs or elective offerings) may be charged separately. Boarding - Boarding is not applicable at Dallas International School; campuses operate as day campuses (Waterview serves grades 5–12 and has published campus hours). Invoice, payment terms and dispute / refund-related points - The school uses Blackbaud Tuition Management (BBTM) for parent invoicing and payment processing; families may also arrange to pay the school directly by cash or check through School Accounting if preferred. Electronic card payments incur a convenience fee; ACH or online check payments do not carry an extra fee. Invoices are generated and sent by email around the 25th of each month and are due the 15th of the following month. You have 20 days from invoice receipt to dispute the invoice with School Accounting; after 20 days the invoice is considered final and the full amount becomes due and subject to any service charges. Late fees begin at USD 50 per occurrence. - Credit/debit card payments through the Blackbaud platform include a convenience fee (published as a percentage on the Blackbaud page for parents); ACH/online check payments and in-person check or cash payments to DIS Accounting are available without the card convenience fee. - A Tuition Insurance Plan is associated with installment payment options and is mandatory for monthly installment plans; details and any premium are managed through the school's tuition management arrangements. Notes on billing mechanics and timelines - To qualify for the Early Tuition Rate families must return the fully signed Enrollment Contract together with the USD 1,000 deposit by the published early-deadline dates (returning families and new families have different deadlines). The USD 1,000 deposit is credited to the student's account and reduces the June installment amount. Summary of the key one-time or recurring extra charges to expect - Enrollment deposit: USD 1,000 (credited to account). - Matriculation fee (first-time students): USD 1,000. - Uniforms, extension/afterschool program fees, and any elective or activity fees: variable and invoiced separately.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement DIS has a Uniform and Dress Code Policy. Uniforms must be worn during school hours and at designated events; the policy includes a separate PHE uniform for physical education. Uniform vendors are Tommy Hilfiger and Lands' End.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required for the Waterview campus (grades 5–12). The shirt must bear the DIS 'D' logo; navy skirts and navy skorts are not part of the uniform, and there is no Peter Pan collar shirt or red tie at Waterview. Uniforms can be purchased from Dennis Uniform, Lands' End, and Tommy Hilfiger.
Food options	Food options DIS operates from two campuses in Dallas. SAGE Dining Services provides meals at both campuses, and meals are included in tuition.	Food options Meals are provided on both campuses by SAGE Dining Services and are included in tuition.
House system	House system DIS has a House system with a House points system. The House Cup is tracked, with houses including Songhai, Middle Kingdom, Tenochtitlan, and Athens.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership DIS is governed by a Board of Trustees that provides strategic direction and oversight. The Head of School is the chief administrative officer responsible for day-to-day operations, including faculty oversight, curriculum, admissions, and finances.	Governance and ownership Dallas International School is governed by a Board of Trustees, which provides strategic direction and oversight and seeks to protect the long-term welfare of the school and its mission. The Head of School is the chief administrative officer responsible for all operational and educational affairs, including faculty and staff supervision, curriculum, admissions standards, student welfare, day-to-day management, and liaison with parents.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details DIS teaches in English and French through a bilingual program that blends the French national curriculum with American education practices and the International Baccalaureate program. The French Program is recognized by the French Ministry of Education through 12th grade. The English-based International Program runs from grade 5 through 12, culminating in the International Baccalaureate Diploma, with options including the Bilingual IB Diploma and Advanced Bilingual IB Diploma. The school has been an IB World School since 2007 and offers both the French Baccalaureate pathway and the IB Diploma pathway in high school.	Curriculum details DIS offers a multilingual curriculum across two Dallas campuses, combining the French national curriculum, American educational practices, and the International Baccalaureate program. In the primary grades, students study French and English in parallel, with a third language option from age four. In Middle and High School, students may follow either the French Program (leading to the French Baccalaureate) or the International Program (culminating in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and related options such as bilingual IB DP and IB CP), in addition to the DIS High School Diploma. The Secondary Campus on Waterview Parkway includes a renovated STEM lab, a large renovated library, and spaces for art, music, and athletics, and is located across from UT Dallas; shuttle service is provided between campuses.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results In recent years, 100% of DIS students have passed the French Baccalaureate exam.	Exam results Graduates attend top colleges, with the Class of 2025 planning to attend New York University, McGill, UT Austin, Northeastern University and more.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression DIS graduates have a 100% college matriculation rate, enrolling at top US and international universities, including Cornell University, George Washington University, Johns Hopkins University, UT Austin, Purdue University, Rochester Institute of Technology, San Diego State University, Southern Methodist University, Stevens Institute of Technology, Texas A&M University, Texas Tech University, University of North Texas, University of Texas at Austin, McGill University, Concordia University, ESCP Business School, IESEG School of Management, ISART Digital, University of York, and dual-degree pathways with Sciences Po Paris and UC Berkeley.	Higher education progression Graduates attend top colleges including New York University, McGill, UT Austin, Northeastern University and more.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning DIS centers on student wellbeing and social-emotional learning through its core values. The core values are Empathy, Integrity, Resilience, Respect, and Responsibility. Character education helps students understand, care about, and act on these values. A dedicated school counselor supports wellbeing and uses the CharacterStrong curriculum to reinforce core value education. The See Something, Say Something program allows anonymous reporting of bullying or other inappropriate behavior, with rapid review and response. The community follows the DIS Anti-Bullying Policy to guide safeguarding and behavior expectations.	Social & emotional learning Student wellbeing is central to DIS. A dedicated student counselor is available at each campus to promote wellbeing and success at every level. Counselors use the CharacterStrong curriculum to support core values education. Core values include Empathy, Integrity, Resilience, Respect, and Responsibility. There is a See Something, Say Something program that enables anonymous reporting of bullying or other inappropriate behavior, with an anonymous reporting form and timely review, and an Anti-Bullying Policy in place.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) DIS uses an inclusive approach to education, removing barriers to learning and collaborating with families to ensure every student receives the support they need within available resources. Upon admission, the school takes responsibility to meet learning needs and provide access arrangements. The school aims to foster cultural understanding, personal safety, and emotional well-being within an inclusive learning environment. The Exceptional Learner Program differentiates teaching to address diverse needs, and may provide accommodations such as an enrichment program, cross-grade placement, or curriculum acceleration.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language DIS provides a truly global educational experience with language immersion across five languages to foster multilingual proficiency. In the primary grades, students engage equally in French and English, with the option to introduce a third language from age four. As students move to Middle School and High School, they can follow either the French pathway or the International English pathway, with additional languages available to enrich linguistic development. Beyond the classroom, authentic immersion opportunities include daily interactions, international study trips, and the Global Exchange program. Language study at DIS is designed to support cultural understanding, openness, and global perspectives.	English as an additional language DIS provides multilingual education across five languages. In the primary grades, students engage equally in French and English, with the option to introduce a third language as early as age four. In Middle and High School, students follow either the French pathway or the International English pathway, with additional languages available to enrich their linguistic journey. Beyond the classroom, immersive opportunities include daily interactions, international study trips, and the Global Exchange program. Language education at DIS supports cultural understanding and global perspectives.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing DIS provides mental wellbeing support through dedicated school counselors at each campus who promote wellbeing and student success. Counselors use the CharacterStrong program to reinforce core values and social-emotional learning. The DIS Core Values emphasize empathy, integrity, resilience, respect, and responsibility to guide behavior and wellbeing. The See Something, Say Something program allows anonymous reporting of bullying or other inappropriate behavior, with rapid review and response. The DIS Anti-Bullying Policy provides safeguarding guidance for the community. Counselors, including Kymberly Brinkley, School Counselor for 5th–12th grade, provide confidential support and strategies to develop emotional intelligence.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is a fundamental focus at DIS. A counselor is available at each campus to promote wellbeing and provide support at all grade levels. Counselors use the CharacterStrong curriculum to teach core values and social-emotional skills, supporting emotional well-being. The school fosters an inclusive environment that prioritizes personal safety and wellbeing. See Something, Say Something supports safeguarding with anonymous reporting of bullying, confidentiality-protecting reporting forms, and prompt action when needed.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding DIS safeguards students through See Something, Say Something anonymous reporting for bullying or other concerns, which is reviewed promptly and acted on as needed. The anonymous reporting form does not capture email addresses to protect confidentiality. The DIS Anti-Bullying Policy provides detailed safeguarding guidance for the community. Students are encouraged to report issues to a trusted adult. Staff and counselors are available to support students and ensure a safe learning environment.	Safeguarding A safeguarding framework includes See Something, Say Something, an anonymous reporting program for bullying or other inappropriate behavior. The anonymous reporting form does not capture emails to protect confidentiality, and reports are reviewed promptly and acted upon as necessary. There is an Anti-Bullying Policy that guides responses and maintains a safe school environment. The DIS community is encouraged to report concerns to trusted staff members, and safeguarding practices are anchored in the DIS Core Values.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview DIS operates from two campuses in Dallas. A shuttle service connects the two campuses. Meals are provided by SAGE Dining Services. The Primary Campus features playgrounds and outdoor sports areas in an enclosed courtyard, a renovated Library, a Physical Education Center, a STEM Lab, a Music Room, a Mobility Center, two dedicated lunch rooms, and grade-level classrooms. The Secondary Campus includes a renovated STEM Lab, an expansive Library, an Art Room, a Music Room, a Dance Studio, a Multi-Purpose Room that doubles as an auditorium and cafeteria, and bright subject-level classrooms.	Facilities overview The Secondary Campus is located at 17811 Waterview Parkway, Dallas, TX 75252, and serves fifth grade through graduation. It features a recently renovated STEM lab, an expansive renovated library, an art room, a music room, a dance studio, a multi-purpose room that doubles as an auditorium and a cafeteria, and bright subject-level classrooms. Exterior spaces include a playground, a full basketball court, a grass track, and a soccer field, with outdoor seating for lunch. Located across from the University of Texas at Dallas, the campus provides access to UT Dallas athletic facilities for Physical Health Education and sports practices.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The Secondary Campus has outdoor athletic facilities including a playground, a full basketball court, a grass track, and a soccer field. The Primary Campus offers outdoor sports areas within the enclosed courtyard for younger students. These spaces support interscholastic athletics. The Athletics program includes soccer, volleyball, basketball, cross country, tennis, track, and golf. DIS is located across from UT Dallas, enabling access to the university's athletic facilities for Physical Education and team practices.	Sports facilities A full basketball court, a grass track, and a soccer field are available on the Secondary Campus. The outdoor spaces support physical education and athletics. Located across from UT Dallas, the campus provides access to the university's athletic facilities for PHE and sports team practices.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Primary Campus includes a renovated Library, a Physical Education Center, a STEM Lab, a Music Room, a Mobility Center, two lunch rooms, and grade-level classrooms. The Secondary Campus features a renovated STEM Lab, an expansive Library, an Art Room, a Music Room, and a Dance Studio. A Multi-Purpose Room on the Secondary Campus doubles as an auditorium and cafeteria. Bright subject-level classrooms are found across both campuses.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a recently renovated STEM lab, an expansive renovated library, an art room, a music room, a dance studio, and a multi-purpose room that doubles as an auditorium and cafeteria, along with bright subject-level classrooms.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Student Life includes Trips & External Experiences, Student Clubs, and Extension Education. High School students participate in international language immersion trips, career observation weeks, global exchange opportunities, and a robust student-led club program. The Athletics Department offers interscholastic competition in soccer, volleyball, basketball, cross country, tennis, track, and golf. DIS has a global network of sister schools that supports exchanges for students. Trips and exchanges include destinations such as Canada, France, China, and Washington, DC to enrich curriculum and cultural understanding.	Extra curricular facilities Arts facilities include an art room, a music room, the black-box theatre, and a dance studio. Outdoor spaces support extracurricular activities with a playground, a basketball court, a grass track, and a soccer field.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Dallas International School was founded in 1991 to meet the needs of the French expatriate community in Dallas. By blending the curriculum of the French Ministry of National Education with classes taught in English, children were offered the best academics of both countries. Spanish and Mandarin third-language instruction was added by 2006, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program began in 2007. A new secondary school campus opened in January 2012 at 17811 Waterview Parkway near UT Dallas to accommodate growth in the middle and high school. Today DIS educates over 600 students across its two campuses.	History Dallas International School was founded in 1991 to meet the needs of the French expatriate community in Dallas. It blended the curriculum of the French Ministry of National Education with classes taught in English to offer bilingual education. By 2006, Spanish and Mandarin were added as third languages, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program began in 2007. A second campus opened in January 2012 at 17811 Waterview Parkway to house the middle and high school, and today DIS educates over 600 students across two campuses.
Community	Community DIS offers an international education from age 2 through graduation. The school emphasizes exposure to diverse cultures, ideas, and perspectives and connection with people from different cultures and backgrounds. Students, faculty, and staff hail from countries around the globe, and over 55 cultures are represented on our campuses.	Community The DIS community includes students, families, teachers, and staff from more than 55 cultures. There are events and assemblies, trips and external experiences, student clubs, and extension education that extend the curriculum beyond the classrooms. Celebrations and events augment and enhance the curriculum across both campuses. A shuttle service connects the Primary Campus on Churchill Way with the Secondary Campus on Waterview Parkway to facilitate family coordination.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association DIS PTO is a non-profit organization that focuses on fundraising projects, enrichment activities, and coordinated events to strengthen the DIS school community and foster a positive learning environment for its students. All parents, teachers and staff are automatic members. The PTO has several focused initiatives, including developing closer relations among parents, faculty and students; furnishing financial support to the school to further its educational goals and promote welfare of its students; providing a forum in which the opinions of the parents, teachers and the school administration may be expressed and shared; welcoming new families; and serving as advocates for the school. The DIS PTO is 100% volunteer-based and relies on volunteers to be elected onto the Board of Directors as well as manage events and committees. The PTO Board meets monthly to oversee the organization of its various programs and activities. General Member Meetings are held during the school year for all parents, teachers, and staff to attend.	Parent teacher association The school has a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). The PTO is led by the PTO Board of Directors 2026. PTO Events are organized as part of the DIS community. The PTO participates in DIS community life through its programs. The PTO maintains a presence within the DIS community pages and lists its events there.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual High School extends learning beyond the classroom through language-immersion trips, career observation weeks, and global exchange opportunities. Students also participate in competitions and events that reinforce classroom learning, including Start-Up competitions and other regional opportunities. These experiences support global citizenship and deepen academic inquiry.	Academic & intellectual The school's program is multilingual, integrating the French national curriculum with American education and the International Baccalaureate framework. High School students learn beyond the classroom with international language immersion trips, career observation weeks, global exchange opportunities, and a student-led club program. From early years, language development is bilingual, with equal emphasis on French and English in the primary grades, and an option to add a third language by age four. As they progress to Middle and High School, students can follow either the French or International English pathways, with additional languages available to enrich their linguistic journey.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Visual Arts, Music, and Theatre are offered in rotating modules each semester, enabling students to create, perform, and present artwork. The aims include lifelong engagement with the arts, exploring the arts across cultures and contexts, and developing the skills to create and perform. An annual Music Concert at the UTD Performance Hall and a Talent Show hosted in the Churchill Gym showcase student talents.	Arts & creative The Secondary Campus features an art room, a music room, a black-box theatre, and a dance studio. These facilities support arts education and related activities.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language DIS provides a multilingual education across five languages, with primary grades teaching French and English and options to introduce a third language early. In Middle and High School, students follow either the French pathway or the International English pathway, with additional languages available to enrich study. Authentic language immersion occurs through daily use, language-focused trips, and the Global Exchange program.	Cultural & language The school provides a multilingual environment with five languages, supporting multilingual proficiency. In the primary grades, students engage equally in French and English, with the option to introduce a third language by age four. As students move into Middle and High School, they can follow either the French or International English pathways, with additional languages available.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies A broad range of clubs and activities is available. Upper-school offerings include the Student Government Association, DECA, Investment Fund Club, JWAC- Model UN, Red Cross, Art club, Chess club, Dance club, Debate, and many specialty groups such as knitting, photography, movie clubs, and a school newspaper.	Social & hobbies Upper School students have the opportunity to join a variety of clubs and organizations, with a Connection Block on the upper school campus allowing clubs to meet during the school day twice per week. Notable clubs include the Student Government Association (SGA) and DECA, with the high school DECA chapter advancing to state competition. Additional clubs meeting include Investment Fund Club, JWAC- Model UN, Red Cross, Art, Chess, Dance, Debate, and more; Honor Society chapters for French, Spanish, German, English, Chinese, and Math are offered, and students may create their own clubs as well.
Community & service	Community & service Honor Society chapters include French, Spanish, German, English, Chinese, Math, and National Honor Society, providing recognition and service opportunities. The Red Cross club and other service-oriented groups support community outreach, alongside a thriving student government and business/entrepreneurship activity.	Community & service The DIS community is built through celebrations and events that augment and enhance the curriculum beyond the classroom. The school hosts events and assemblies, trips and external experiences to foster community and a sense of shared experience across campuses.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership and professional development are fostered through the Student Government Association and DECA, with opportunities to lead events, compete, and build business and entrepreneurial skills. A wide range of clubs and journalism activities also cultivate communication, collaboration, and project-management abilities.	Leadership & professional Leadership opportunities include an active Student Government Association (SGA) with officer elections each spring, and a thriving DECA chapter that has progressed to regional and state competitions. The program also supports student media, with a student newspaper (TIGERS Today) and a Yearbook Club that document and showcase campus life.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is integrated with athletics and holistic education. The Athletics Department offers interscholastic sports under the banner Allez les Tigres, while the PHE program emphasizes movement and healthy lifestyles. The library supports literacy and learning, and nutritional services promote healthy eating and cultural exposure to international cuisines.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Athletics Department offers interscholastic sports under the Allez les Tigres program, with teams in soccer, volleyball, cross country, cheer, basketball, swim, tennis, track & field, and golf. The Secondary Campus provides outdoor spaces including a playground, a full basketball court, a grass track, and a soccer field, with access to UT Dallas facilities for physical education and practices.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school supports five languages to foster multilingual proficiency. In the primary grades, students engage equally in French and English, with the option to introduce a third language as early as age four. In Middle and High School, students can follow either the French pathway or the International English pathway, with additional languages available to enrich their linguistic journey.	Language provision The school teaches in multiple languages and supports five languages to foster multilingual proficiency. In the primary grades, students learn equally in French and English, with a third language available from around age four. In Middle and High School, students may follow either the French pathway or the International English pathway, with additional languages available.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school offers bilingual education in French and English from Early Childhood through graduation.	Bilingual teaching The school offers a bilingual educational option from Early Childhood through graduation in French and English.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs The school provides a dedicated French Language Immersion Program.	Immersion programs French Language Immersion Program for Grades 1-3: about 70% of weekly instruction in French with an immersion teacher; main grade-level class teaches English Language Arts and US Math; class size 8-10; curriculum accredited by the French Ministry of Education; students gradually transition to the main French class. High School includes international language immersion trips and the Global Exchange program.
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations ISAS (Independent Schools Association of the Southwest) accreditation for all grades. Ministry of National Education accreditation for the French program through 12th grade. IB World School authorization; Diploma Program offered since 2007; candidate for IB Middle Years Program (6th-10th grade) and IB Career-related Program (11th-12th grade).
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 01 Start Your Journey. The admissions team invites you to learn about Dallas International School and its educational opportunities for your child. You can reach out by email to learn more about the admissions process, or make an inquiry via Ravenna to initiate the conversation. An inquiry via Ravenna helps us gather information about your family and student and begin the admissions process. A Ravenna account is used to start the application workflow. 02 Register with DIS. Submit an inquiry form so that we may learn more about you and your student. We aim to make admissions easier and to get to know you, so fill out the inquiry form to determine if Dallas International School is the right fit for your family. You will use Ravenna to engage with the application process. 03 Schedule Your Visit. The school offers several open houses throughout the fall at each campus. You can schedule a visit or private tour by contacting the admissions team. 04 Submit Your Application. The main admissions cycle runs from the beginning of October through the end of January. To apply, the first step is to register with Ravenna, and you will need to create an account first. Dallas International School provides a bilingual and multicampus program with tracks that include the French Baccalaureate, the IB Diploma, and an accredited US high school diploma.	Admissions 1. Start Your Journey. The Admissions team at Dallas International School greets prospective families and aims to learn about the student. The school notes that foreign language immersion supports student development and that DIS offers a bilingual educational option from Early Childhood through graduation. The admissions process emphasizes joining a diverse, multilingual DIS community across its campuses. The Secondary Campus, located on Waterview Parkway, serves DIS families at 17811 Waterview Parkway, Dallas, TX 75252. 2. Register with DIS. Submit an inquiry to help DIS learn about your student and determine fit. The inquiry process is designed to simplify the admissions experience and identify whether DIS is the right fit for your family. Inquiries can be submitted via Ravenna. 3. Schedule Your Visit. Open houses are offered throughout the fall at each campus, and the admissions team can arrange a visit or private tour. Meeting with staff provides an opportunity to tour classrooms, facilities, and life on campus. Visiting is encouraged to learn more about DIS. 4. Submit Your Application. The main admissions cycle runs from the beginning of October through the end of January. To apply, register with Ravenna and complete the required steps. Admissions decisions follow after the materials are reviewed.
Scholarships	Scholarships Financial Aid. An annual financial-aid process begins in early Spring and applies to the tuition for the following school year. Financial aid is available to returning and new students. The complete process requires registering with an external evaluator, Blackbaud Financial Aid Management (BBFAM), in conjunction with Blackbaud Tuition Management (BBTM). DIS provides on average about $5,000 in financial aid per qualifying student per year. The application requires documents such as a copy of the family's previous tax return, and the deadline for completing all steps and submitting documents is April 30. Amber Shaikh can be contacted by email for questions regarding financial aid or to receive the step-by-step instructions for the application. The financial-aid decision is communicated after enrollment for the year for which the aid is applied. French nationals studying at DIS have the opportunity to apply annually for need-based scholarships (bourse scolaire) directly from the French government. Information about the bourse scolaire is available through the French Consulate, and Karine Afopa can provide information by email.	Scholarships Financial aid is available to returning and new students, with an application process that begins in the early spring and applies to the tuition for the following school year. The school uses Blackbaud Financial Aid Management (BBFAM) in conjunction with Blackbaud Tuition Management (BBTM) to evaluate family finances. Financial aid awards average about $5,000 per student who qualifies. The deadline to complete all application steps and submit required documents (including prior tax return) is April 30. French nationals studying at DIS may apply for need-based scholarships (bourse scolaire) directly from the French government, made possible by DIS's accreditation from the French Ministry of Education. Information about the bourse scolaire is available through the French government's consulate resources. For questions about financial aid, there is a designated contact within DIS's financial aid process.
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