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15950 Park Row, Houston, TX 77084, Energy Corridor
Preschool through 12th grade (PK3–12)
Private international day school
50+ nationalities represented.
Learning Support provides individualized academic guidance, language support (ESL, FLE, IEP), study hall, and inclusive services for multilingual learners and students with learning differences.
AEFE network (French Ministry of Education)
Bus services available via TMI Transportation
Residential Summer Camp provides supervised accommodations with modern private double-occupancy rooms with an en-suite bathroom. Breakfast is provided at the hotel; lunch and dinner are on campus, with weekend meals included. Transportation to and from the airport, hotel, and campus is arranged on a schedule, and weekly excursions are part of the program. The program runs for four weeks and includes STEAM/English enrichment from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
LIH uses a school uniform policy to foster a positive and focused learning environment. Official LIH uniforms are available through Lands End, with specific guidelines for each grade level in the uniform policy. Athletic/spirit wear is available seasonally through the BSN Sports Store, and a P.E. uniform is required starting in 1st grade; athletic department guidelines apply.
Nutritious and balanced meals are provided daily, with catered lunches and a monthly menu. Dietary options include gluten-free, kosher, halal, dairy-free, and vegetarian; the school maintains a nut-free environment and a pork-free menu with limited fried foods. Families may bring lunch from home.
LIH is an independent private international school. The LIH Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that supports LIHoundational development and student opportunities. The French Program at LIH is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and is part of the AEFE network.
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.
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.
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.
LIH provides social-emotional support as part of Learning Support, including targeted guidance and language assistance to build confidence and resilience. The school maintains an inclusive learning environment for students with specific learning differences, academic challenges, multilingual learners, and gifted and talented students, with social-emotional support integrated into planning. The Learning Support team partners with families, offering regular progress updates and collaborative academic planning. The School Life program promotes social, emotional, and physical growth through after-school programs and clubs, with multilingual staff supporting wellbeing and engagement.
LIH maintains an inclusive learning environment for students with specific learning differences, academic challenges, multilingual learners, and gifted and talented students. Learning Support includes targeted assistance in specific subjects, language acquisition support, development of executive functioning skills, and study strategies, with one-on-one or small-group tutoring and collaboration with teachers and families to provide coordinated support.
Language Support Programs (ESL, FLE, IEP). Preschool/La Crèche requires no prior French or English proficiency. Grades 1–8: Non-French-speaking students receive Intensive French Language Enrichment (FLE) in small groups; Non-English-speaking Francophone students receive Intensive English Program (IEP) support. High School: Students may choose between an English-based IB Program or a French-based Baccalauréat Program. From 1st to 9th grade, Intensive English classes are provided to support academic success, and French Language Enrichment is available to help students progress in French.
LIH focuses on social, emotional, and physical growth. The School Life team supports students daily and provides multilingual support to connect with students from diverse backgrounds. After-school programs and clubs promote well-being, curiosity, and engagement beyond the classroom.
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.
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.
7455 Awty School Lane, Houston, Texas 77055, USA. The school is located in Houston, Texas.
Early Learning Campus: PK3–1st/CP; Lower School: 2nd/CE1–5th/CM2; Middle School: 6th/6ème–8th/4ème; Upper School: 9th/3ème–12th/Tle.
Independent international school
More than 1,800 students from more than 50 countries. The nationalities are 40% American, 30% French, with the remaining 30% representing over 50 other nationalities.
Learning differences are acknowledged under the International Baccalaureate framework. The school is independent and international; accommodations may include extra time for tests and examinations and the use of assistive devices. The Learning Support Coordinator provides information to coordinate necessary learning support.
France
The school day runs 7:55 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. for Middle and Upper School, 8:00 a.m. to 2:50 p.m. for Lower School, and 8:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. for Early Learning.
Awty contracts with AFC Transportation to provide bus service to and from the school. Buses pick-up and drop-off riders at designated points. Bus fees for 2025-2026 are $3,500 for round-trip ridership and $1,750 for one-way ridership.
Day school; no boarding facilities.
Uniforms must be purchased through Dennis Uniforms or the Used Uniform store. A free P.E. uniform (shorts and a T-shirt) is issued to each student during the first week of school; additional uniforms can be purchased at the School Store.
SAGE Dining Services manages the school food service; the daily menu is posted in the myAWTY portal; lunch and snacks are included in tuition; the school maintains a nut-free and peanut-free environment; for students with severe food allergies, Magnus Health documentation and an action plan are required on file at the School Clinic.
Independent school governed by a Board of Trustees. The Board hires and oversees the Head of School; the school merged with the French School of Houston in 1984 to form The Awty International School.
Awty serves PK3–12 with two language programs: the French Accredited Program, which follows the French National Curriculum and culminates in the French Baccalaureate, and the International Program, which leads to the International Baccalaureate Diploma or the United States High School Diploma. Early Learning (PK3–1st/CP) uses French and Spanish immersion to build bilingual foundations. In Lower School, the International Program is taught in English or Spanish, while the French Program follows the French National Curriculum, with Cycle 2 (CP–CE2) leading into Cycle 3 (CM1–6ème); both tracks include daily second language instruction (English for French Accredited Program; French or Spanish for International). The World Language Department offers additional languages (Arabic, Chinese Mandarin, German, Hindi, Japanese, Russian), with courses at different levels and CEFR guiding language learning. In Upper School, graduates earn the American High School Diploma and either the International Baccalaureate Diploma or the French Baccalaureate Diploma; the school emphasizes inquiry-based learning and advisory support as part of university preparation. The program emphasizes multilingualism, with English, French, and Spanish immersion and CEFR guidance across language learning.
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Awty reports pass rates above 90% in both the International Baccalaureate and French Baccalaureate programs.
Graduates matriculate primarily to United States universities; the Class of 2023 US matriculation was 87% with France 6%, Canada 4%, and Other 3%. Notable universities attended by Awty graduates include University of Massachusetts (Boston and Amherst), University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, USC, Notre Dame, Wake Forest, and Washington University in St. Louis, among others. All graduates prepare for either the French Baccalaureate or International Baccalaureate alongside the United States High School Diploma.
Awty supports gifted and talented students through formal honors and societies, including National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Société Honoraire de Français, National Art Honor Society, National Chinese Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and Tri-M Music Honor Society. NHS/NJHS memberships have specific criteria and service components; SHF recognizes top French-language excellence; NAHS and other honor societies support arts, languages, and academics.
Awty's Social-Emotional Learning program empowers students with skills, strategies, and resources to meet life's challenges with resilience, solve social problems skillfully, and make meaningful contributions as global citizens of strong character. Research-informed lessons are designed in harmony with the French Program cycle standards and in alignment with CASEL social and emotional learning competencies, the Partnership for 21st Century Learning themes and skills, and the International School Counseling Association standards and competencies. Penny Cleveland, LCSW-S, Head of Wellness Counseling; Bhavin Misra, M.S., RYT, Secondary School Counselor; Claudia Escalante, LPC, Lower School Counselor; and Kimberly Hight, LPC, RPT, Early Learning Counselor, provide guidance and support within the program. The program integrates counseling services with classroom activities and school-wide initiatives to foster social-emotional development across divisions. The School Counselor for each division is available to answer questions and provide additional information.
Awty's Wellness Counselors collaborate with the pedagogical team and parents to promote the academic success and social-emotional well-being of students. Throughout the year, the counselors provide observation and consultation for students, faculty, and parents. They offer social-emotional learning opportunities, character education, and special programs that prepare students for the challenges of life. Students are welcome to initiate a meeting with a counselor, and referrals to the counselors can be made by administrators, teachers, and parents. Wellness Counselors provide parents with information and strategies to support their children's development through parenting forums on a variety of topics during the school year, and they are available to meet with families on request. Penny Cleveland, Head of Wellness Counseling, and the other counselors are listed on the Wellness Counselors page.
Abuse prevention training is encouraged for parents. To participate as a volunteer, a background check and volunteer training are part of the onboarding process. Wellness Counselors collaborate with families and the pedagogical team to safeguard students' well-being. The school provides safeguarding resources and can refer families to community resources as needed. Parents and staff may seek guidance through the school's safeguarding and wellness channels.
1. Submit the online admissions application via Ravenna. Create a family account and a profile for each applicant. Enter the intended entry year and select the program track or diploma focus. Applications for 2026-2027 open September 1, 2025, with deadlines of October 31 (PK3–5th/CM2) and November 21 (6th/6ème–12th/Tle). 2. Submit the online application along with the parent statement (for all grades) and, for 6th–12th, the student statement. Pay the $200 non-refundable application fee. Ravenna will guide you to upload required materials and to verify guardian contact information; all other requirements are due by mid-January. 3. Arrange and complete the required standardized admissions tests. PK4–5th graders takeWPPSI or WISC, while 6th–12th graders take the ISEE. Tests are scheduled through Collaborative Academic Testing Service (CATs) or ERB; review the admissions checklist for specifics. 4. Attend admissions events and book tours through Ravenna. In-person tours are available to families who apply and can be booked after submission; tours run September through December. Ravenna also lets you schedule admissions events and view decisions. 5. Files are reviewed by the Admissions Committee and decisions are communicated in early March. If relocating and space is limited, inquire with Admissions about openings; late applications may be considered on a case-by-case basis if openings exist. 6. If your child is in the waiting pool, you will be contacted immediately if an opening becomes available; the waiting pool is not ranked and stays open until the first day of school. If admitted, respond with enrollment by the stated deadline (March 25, 2026). 7. Legacy considerations apply: qualified applicants whose parent is an Awty alumnus, an employee, or already has a child enrolled may receive special consideration in the admissions process. 8. Financial aid decisions are separate from admissions. The school offers need-based aid to admitted students; there are no merit scholarships. Applications for aid are submitted through Blackbaud Financial Aid, with a February 15, 2026 deadline. For French citizens applying to the French Accredited Program, the French Bourse via Houston's French Consulate is available.
The school offers need-based financial aid to admitted students; no merit scholarships are offered. Financial aid applications are submitted through Blackbaud Financial Aid, with a February 15, 2026 deadline. Aid decisions are communicated as part of the admissions process and aid is typically awarded on a year-to-year basis. For French citizens applying to the French Accredited Program, the French Bourse through Houston's French Consulate is available.
Waiting pool exists. If an opening becomes available, the Admissions Office will contact you right away. The waiting pool is not ranked and stays open until the first day of school. Families should re-apply for the following academic year if no spot is offered.
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.
Early Childhood (Ages 2–4); Elementary School (Ages 5–10); Middle School (Ages 11–13); High School (Ages 14–18).
Private day and boarding school.
United States
Open 8 am – 5 pm Monday to Friday. After-school care and activities are available through the ACE program.
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.
7-day boarding for full-time on-campus students and 5-day boarding for students with family in the area; The Village dormitory has 24/7 security with surveillance and gated entry.
Uniforms are required for all students and are available online through Risse Brothers. Daily dress includes polo shirts in approved Village colors with the Village logo and khaki or navy bottoms; outerwear must bear the Village logo. Friday Spirit Day allows Village-branded tops, and Middle Schoolers wear their assigned House shirt on Fridays.
Nut-free meals with fresh ingredients and vegetarian options are prepared by SAGE. PK and K students may choose school or home lunch; a monthly menu is available on the Lower School Portal.
The Village School uses a House system; Middle School students wear their assigned House shirt on Fridays.
Part of Nord Anglia Education; The Village School is part of the Nord Anglia Education family.
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.
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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.
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.
The Village School provides a welcoming environment that supports students' social and emotional development through small classes, a close-knit community, and opportunities to engage in social‑impact initiatives and leadership activities within the Nord Anglia Education network.
The Village School serves students across Early Childhood to High School within a single campus, with a focus on individualized support through experienced teachers and a global network.
The Village School draws on Nord Anglia Education resources to support its international student body, with language support integrated into its STEAM and core curriculum where applicable.
The campus features spaces designed to support student wellbeing (e.g., Zen Garden, outdoor patio) and a nurturing boarding environment, with 24/7 security and designed living spaces to foster a sense of belonging.
The Village School maintains a secure campus with on‑site security and a residential life program that prioritizes student safety and wellbeing across day and boarding students.
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.
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.
