Lycée International de Houston vs The Village School
Lycée International de Houston and The Village School are both in Houston, about 6 km apart. Both schools offer IB and American programmes. Lycée International de Houston also offers French, and The Village School also offers Advanced Placement (AP) and Bespoke. Published annual fees are $26,935 - 54,133 at Lycée International de Houston and $21,195 - 39,698 at The Village School, which puts Lycée International de Houston roughly 33% higher. Lycée International de Houston takes pupils from 1 to 18, and The Village School from 2 to 18. The Village School is the larger school, with around 1,500 pupils to Lycée International de Houston's 149. Both keep typical class sizes around 18.
IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
149
Pupils
1,500
Typical class size
Typical class size
18
Typical class size
18
Instruction language
Instruction language
English, French, Spanish
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2017
Opened
1966
Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
15950 Park Row, Houston, TX 77084, Energy Corridor
Location
The Village School is located at 13051 Whittington Drive, Houston, TX 77077, United States. The campus spans more than 28 acres in West Houston's energy corridor. The Village School is part of Nord Anglia Education. The Village School is an international community with a vibrant multi-cultural student body from 2 to 18 years old.
Stages
Stages
Preschool through 12th grade (PK3–12)
Stages
Early Childhood (Ages 2–4); Elementary School (Ages 5–10); Middle School (Ages 11–13); High School (Ages 14–18).
School type
School type
Private international day school
School type
Private day and boarding school.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
50+ nationalities represented.
Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Learning Support provides individualized academic guidance, language support (ESL, FLE, IEP), study hall, and inclusive services for multilingual learners and students with learning differences.
Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
AEFE network (French Ministry of Education)
Country affiliation
United States
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
Open 8 am – 5 pm Monday to Friday. After-school care and activities are available through the ACE program.
Bus service details
Bus service details
Bus services available via TMI Transportation
Bus service details
Bus service is available to families in Cinco Ranch, Eldridge, Parkway, Royal Oaks/Westpark/Bellaire/West University Place, and Sugar Land. Bus pickup is generally 7:00–7:15 am and drop-off is 4:00–4:15 pm. Service can be round trip or one-way; routes and stops are provided in a Village Bus Routes document. Fees apply per semester.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application and required one-time fees - Application Fee (new students): USD 320 (non-refundable). - Registration Fee (annual, non-refundable): USD 475. - Building Fee (one-time, non-refundable): USD 1,000. - New Student Fee (one-time for students not enrolled in the prior two years, non-refundable): USD 1,500. - Technology Fees (one-time, non-refundable) by division: PK3–Kindergarten USD 880; Grades 1–5 USD 980; Grades 6–8 USD 1,080; Grades 9–12 USD 1,180.
Annual tuition — 2026/2027 (by grade / program) - 18 months to PK2 (until 3:15 PM; lunch & snacks included): USD 13,880 per year. - 18 months to PK2 (until 6:00 PM; lunch & snacks included): USD 15,880 per year. - PK3: USD 25,880 per year. - PK4: USD 26,988 per year. - Kindergarten: USD 28,028 per year. - Grades 1–5: USD 31,088 per year. - Grades 6–8: USD 34,198 per year. - Grades 9–12: USD 35,238 per year.
Billing schedule and payment terms - One-payment plan: full annual tuition due in a single payment by June 1, 2026 (for the 2026–2027 year). - Three-payment plan: tuition may be paid in three installments; a finance fee applies. Installment dates for 2026–2027 are: Installment 1 — June 1, 2026; Installment 2 — October 1, 2026; Installment 3 — December 1, 2026. - Ten-payment plan: tuition may be paid in ten monthly installments from June 1, 2026 through March 1, 2027; a finance fee applies. Families who enroll after the plan start date will have the schedule adjusted to their enrollment date. - Payment Plan Change Fee: USD 250 assessed each time a family requests a change to a different extended payment plan.
Per-payment examples (installment amounts exclude any finance or processing fees) Three-payment (approximate per installment; amounts shown are annual tuition divided by 3): - 18 months–PK2 (3:15 PM): USD 4,626.67 per installment. - 18 months–PK2 (6:00 PM): USD 5,293.33 per installment. - PK3: USD 8,626.67 per installment. - PK4: USD 8,996.00 per installment. - Kindergarten: USD 9,342.67 per installment. - Grades 1–5: USD 10,362.67 per installment. - Grades 6–8: USD 11,399.33 per installment. - Grades 9–12: USD 11,746.00 per installment.
Ten-payment (approximate monthly amount; annual tuition divided by 10): - 18 months–PK2 (3:15 PM): USD 1,388.00 per month. - 18 months–PK2 (6:00 PM): USD 1,588.00 per month. - PK3: USD 2,588.00 per month. - PK4: USD 2,698.80 per month. - Kindergarten: USD 2,802.80 per month. - Grades 1–5: USD 3,108.80 per month. - Grades 6–8: USD 3,419.80 per month. - Grades 9–12: USD 3,523.80 per month.
Additional required and regular fees (2026/2027 amounts and typical ranges) - Educational Integration Trip (Grades 6–12): USD 580. - School trip (Grades 5–12; week trip): USD 2,000. - Exam fees: Brevet (9th / 3ème) approx. USD 180; French Baccalauréat (11th / 1ère) approx. USD 290–400; Terminale registration/exam range USD 190–440. - International Baccalaureate (IB) fee: USD 1,500 (per student for IB-related fees where applicable). - Senior fee (12th/TLE): USD 1,200. - Curriculum materials / books (one-time per year, rented textbooks where indicated): PK3–K USD 480; Grades 1–5 USD 580; Grades 6–8 USD 780; Grades 9–12 USD 880. Unreturned or damaged textbooks are charged to the student account. - Learning support (where the school determines special accommodations are necessary): typical costs per term range USD 5,000–10,000. - Bus / transportation (2025–2026 reference shown; ranges may continue into 2026–2027): approximately USD 4,880 per student per semester depending on route and ridership; routes are subject to minimum ridership and possible adjustment. - Uniforms (average cost): USD 200–250 for formal + daily uniform set; PE uniform: USD 40–80. - Optional language classes (extra-curricular paid classes): tuition ranges USD 2,500–5,000.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. Lycée International de Houston is a day school (boarding facilities: DAY). There are no boarding fees.
Refund information - All fees are due at the time of enrollment and are non-refundable; fees labeled as non-refundable (application, registration, building, new student, technology, curriculum materials where indicated) are explicitly non-refundable. Installment/finance fees apply where indicated for extended payment plans.
Fee payment options and where to confirm accepted methods - The school states that it offers a variety of payment options but the published tuition and fees page does not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, ACH, wire, or check are not itemized on the fee page). Families should confirm accepted payment methods and any processing or finance fees directly with the school's admissions or business office. Contact: +1 (832) 474-1013; admission@lihouston.org.
Other notes relevant to billing - Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) acceptance is noted beginning in the 2026–2027 school year for eligible families. Acceptance of TEFA funds does not change admissions or financial aid processes.
(Values and schedules above reflect the school's published figures for the 2026–2027 academic year and listed associated payment-plan dates and required fees.)
Fee details
Application & enrollment fees - Enrollment fee: USD 500, charged at enrollment. A deposit of USD 2,500 is required and is applied toward the student's tuition. Visa-processing fee: USD 1,500 (charged only when the school obtains an I-20 for an F-1 visa).
Day-student tuition (2026–2027) — annual, per-semester and 10-month plan examples - Pre-K2: Annual USD 21,945 — Per semester (approx.) USD 10,973 — 10-month plan (approx. monthly) USD 2,195. - Pre-K3: Annual USD 24,819 — Per semester (approx.) USD 12,410 — 10-month plan (approx. monthly) USD 2,482. - Pre-K4: Annual USD 27,849 — Per semester (approx.) USD 13,925 — 10-month plan (approx. monthly) USD 2,785. - Kindergarten – Grade 4: Annual USD 30,108 — Per semester (approx.) USD 15,054 — 10-month plan (approx. monthly) USD 3,011. - Grade 5: Annual USD 33,020 — Per semester (approx.) USD 16,510 — 10-month plan (approx. monthly) USD 3,302. - Grades 6–8: Annual USD 33,689 — Per semester (approx.) USD 16,845 — 10-month plan (approx. monthly) USD 3,369. - Grades 9–12: Annual USD 35,373 — Per semester (approx.) USD 17,687 — 10-month plan (approx. monthly) USD 3,537. High-school students (Grades 9–12) are required to purchase books in addition to tuition.
(Note: the school operates on a two-semester academic calendar; per-semester figures above are the annual tuition divided by two. The 10-month figures are the annual tuition divided by ten to reflect the school's offered 10-month payment plan.)
Boarding fees (2026–2027) - 7-day boarding (full-time on-campus): Annual boarding tuition USD 86,230 + Student Fee USD 7,500 = Total USD 93,730. Boarding inclusions listed: room, board, tuition, meals, health insurance, laundry service, academic and personal advising, full access to athletic facilities, class trip, airport transportation, uniforms, textbooks, Thanksgiving/Spring Break trip, after-school and weekend activities. Some items (specialty program fees, athletic participation fees, graduation fees) are not included. - 5-day boarding (Sunday evening–Friday dismissal): Annual boarding tuition USD 68,984 + Student Fee USD 7,500 = Total USD 76,484. The 5-day program excludes certain items (uniforms, textbooks, Thanksgiving/Spring Break trip, weekend activities, airport transportation and some specialty fees).
Additional mandatory and commonly charged fees - Curriculum Enhancement fees (per grade where applicable): Grade 4 USD 570; Grade 5 USD 880; Grade 6 USD 1,190; Grade 7 USD 2,780; Grade 8 USD 2,800; Grade 9 USD 2,630; Grade 10 USD 2,800; Grade 11 USD 2,800; Grade 12 USD 1,900. - Building fee: USD 1,250. Enrollment fee: USD 500. Technology fee (Grades 1–12): USD 425. Graduation fee (Grade 12 only): USD 1,250. Visa processing (I-20) fee: USD 1,500 (charged only when applicable). High-school textbooks and certain after-school programs, trips, and specialty activities may incur additional charges. - Uniforms and campus-store items: uniforms are required and available through the specified uniform supplier; PE and spirit wear are sold at the campus store (costs vary by vendor and item). The used-uniform store operates on campus as a separate channel for purchases.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Deposit: USD 2,500 deposit is applied toward tuition at enrollment. - Payment plans offered: Single Payment Plan; Two-Installment Payment Plan (finance charges apply); 10-Month Payment Plan (finance charges apply). Two-installment payments are approximately one-half of the annual tuition per installment; the 10-month plan spreads the annual tuition across ten monthly payments. Specific finance-charge rates for installment plans are applied to installment options. - Academic schedule used for term/billing reference: the school publishes a two-semester academic calendar (Semester I and Semester II). - ACH / automatic debit terms: electronic-check/ACH authorizations permit automatic debits for statement balances; the school may debit the account no later than 15 days following the payment due date and requires 14 days' notice to change or cancel a scheduled ACH payment. Returned or rejected payments may incur return fees and termination of the electronic payment method.
Fee payment methods (accepted forms and instructions) - Online payment portal (TuitionPay): accepts credit card, debit card and ACH/eCheck payments. ACH/eCheck payments may incur fees charged by the sender's bank. - Checks: payable to The Village School; mailed or deposited in school lockboxes. Wire transfers: bank and beneficiary details are provided for international wires; wire fees must be paid by the sender. FlyWire is available for international online payments. The school's payment instructions include bank routing and account numbers as well as the FlyWire link for international payments.
Refunds and withdrawal processing - Withdrawal procedure: an official withdrawal form must be completed to withdraw a student. The school requires time to complete the withdrawal packet (two weeks is indicated as a typical processing window) and will confirm the withdrawal via the parent/guardian listed in the student system. Outstanding fees or unreturned school property may delay the withdrawal process. Returned materials (textbooks, uniforms, athletic gear) must be returned before records are released. - Tuition refunds: no general, detailed public schedule for tuition refunds on withdrawal is published in the school materials located during this review; withdrawal is processed through the Business Office and billing adjustments (refunds or charges) are handled according to the school's billing procedures. For clarification on tuition refund timing or the deposit's refundability, the school's Business Office handles billing questions (business.office@thevillageschool.com; 281‑496‑7900, option 3). - Specific refund policies that are published: camp programs — full refund if cancelled prior to the published deadline (example: April 5 for the camp season); after that deadline refunds are normally only for cancellations by the school or for medical reasons with documentation. Sports fees — a NO REFUND policy is stated in the relevant division handbook for sports fees. IB re-grade fees — if a re-grade increases the student's score, a refund for the re-grade charge will be given.
Other notes about fees - Many optional and program-specific fees exist (after-school programs, specialty trips, athletics participation fees, Global Games/region-event fees, graduation-related costs, and certain course or exam fees). These are charged in addition to base tuition and are listed as separate charges on student billing statements when applicable. Building, technology and student fees are assessed in addition to tuition as noted above.
(For billing, ACH and wire details, and for questions about account statements, the Business Office provides payment instructions, an ACH authorization form, and the school's online payment portal. Contact details and business-office resources are listed for billing inquiries.)
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
LIH High School offers two internationally recognized pathways: International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) and the French Baccalaureate. The IB Diploma Programme is delivered in English by a qualified faculty. The French High School Program leads to the French Baccalaureate and includes a bilingual French International Baccalaureate (BFI) option, which incorporates American AP courses in its American/BFI track. The International Program prepares students for the IB Diploma, while the French Program provides the bac pathway. LIH emphasizes multilingualism as a core element, with instruction in English and French and additional language offerings in Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, and German.
Curriculum details
The Village School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in High School for students aged 14–18. Students take six subjects from six groups, typically three at Higher Level and three at Standard Level, with the option of an arts course or another subject from the groups. The IB curriculum includes Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service as its core components. Language study is integrated into the program, with opportunities to take IB language courses as part of the six subjects. The Village School's teachers are trained in delivering the IB Diploma curriculum, and assessment includes external examinations and school-based tasks.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
7:1
Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
LIH graduates leave High School with a globally recognized diploma, strong academic and organizational skills, confidence in multilingual and multicultural settings, and the ability to think independently and adapt to complex challenges; they are well prepared for university studies and international careers.
Higher education progression
The Village School provides a comprehensive college counseling program with individualized attention for all high school students, with a dedicated college counselor for the duration of their Village experience. Support begins as early as eighth grade, helping students plan and apply to universities, and graduates go on to top universities around the world.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented students receive enrichment and advanced learning opportunities within the daily curriculum, with LIH offering enrichment and challenge within the Learning Support framework.
Gifted and talented
After Class Enrichment (ACE) offers a robust program of after-school activities across athletics, arts and academics, providing outlets for students to express their talents, creativity and ambition and develop as innovators and creative thinkers.
Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1. Applications for the 2026 2017 school year open on September 1, 2025. Applications are accepted one year ahead of the intended year of entry, and all deadlines must be observed. Early submission helps ensure a timely review by the admissions team, especially for families relocating to Houston. Admissions are selective and align with the school0as academic expectations and educational philosophy. LIH reviews applicants without discrimination on race, religion, national or ethnic origin, or socioeconomic status.
2. Preschool (18 months PreK-2) deadline is October 31; decision is January 15. The Preschool program covers 18 months through PreK-2. The deadline and decision timeline guide the Preschool admissions process.
3. Elementary (1st 0a 5th grade) deadline is November 28; decision is February 13. The Elementary admissions timeline follows these dates.
4. Middle School (6th 0a 8th grade) deadline is December 26; decision is February 27. The Middle School admissions timeline follows these dates.
5. High School (9th 0a 12th grade) deadline is December 26; decision is February 27. The High School admissions timeline follows these dates.
6. Rolling Admissions: LIH International School of Houston offers rolling admissions throughout the year. Families are encouraged to apply by our published priority deadlines; however, relocations to Houston after those timeframes may occur. Applications from families relocating to Houston after priority deadlines are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, depending on space availability. The admissions team works closely with relocating families to ensure a thoughtful and timely review whenever possible.
7. 214. LIH is located at 15950 Park Row, Houston, TX 77084.
Admissions
Step 1 Submit an Inquiry: Complete the online inquiry form. We will be in touch within 24 hours. This initiates contact with the admissions team. You will begin the admissions process.
Step 2 Get Connected: Schedule a conversation with the admissions team, meet your enrollment officer, and have your questions answered. Tours are available upon request. Relocating or non-local families can have interviews and meetings online to accommodate circumstances. This connection helps you understand the program and plan next steps.
Step 3 Complete the Application: Enter your details through the online form and begin the process. Submit teacher recommendations, government-issued ID, and report cards or transcripts. Include test scores and immunization records as part of the required documentation.
Step 4 Interview/observations: Observations are required for all Pre-K and Kindergarten applications. Student interviews for higher grades will be scheduled once all other steps are complete. These steps help the school assess readiness and fit.
Step 5 Application Review: We review your application and advise you of the decision. For priority consideration, submit your application and all required documents by January 15. If offered admission, complete enrollment steps by March 25 to secure your spot, space permitting.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Need-based financial aid is available. Aid decisions are based on an assessment of each familys financial situation and focus on need; LIH does not provide scholarships based on academics or extracurricular activities. Families must re-apply annually, and past aid does not guarantee future support. French families can apply for need-based tuition assistance from the French government through the Bourses Scolaires program, which may cover up to 100% of tuition; eligibility includes being registered with the French Consulate and being at least 3 years old by December 31; annual applications are due by February 17 for new and returning families; applications are submitted to the Consulate General of France in Houston; for more details contact Elyna Dacosta or the Consulate0a Bourses at the Consulat Generale de France Houston. Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) are accepted beginning in 2026 2027 for eligible families; TEFA details and eligibility are set by the State of Texas; LIH0a financial aid program remains separate from TEFA and LIH cannot assist with the state application process. Please refer to LIH for the latest details. TEFA acceptance does not alter LIH0a admissions or re-enrollment processes.
Scholarships
Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) vouchers are accepted for eligible families beginning in the 2026–2027 school year. Acceptance of a voucher does not change the admissions process. Families may still apply for additional financial aid through the standard process, and the school cannot assist with the state's TEFA application.
