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Dallas International School – Waterview Campus

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French
Fees $25,500 - 31,650
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 700
Type Co-educational
Opened 1991
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum French Curriculum, IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), American Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish, German, Mandarin, Arabic
Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Dallas International School – Waterview Campus is a private international school serving ages 2 to 18 at 17811 Waterview Parkway, Dallas, TX 75252. The school offers a multilingual program blending French curriculum with American education and IB framework. In primary years, French and English are studied in parallel with a third language option from age four. In Middle and High School, students may follow the French Program, leading to French Baccalaureate, or the International Program, culminating in the IB Diploma Programme, alongside DIS High School Diploma. The Secondary Campus has STEM lab, a library, an art room, a music room, a dance studio, and a multi-purpose room. Outdoor spaces include a playground, a basketball court, a grass track, and a soccer field, with shuttle service between campuses and access to UT Dallas facilities nearby. The school is affiliated with France and accredited by French Ministry of Education through 12th grade.

17811 Waterview Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75252

The Essentials

Dallas International School – Waterview Campus has 700 pupils, instruction in English, French.

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
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.

Type
Private international school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
Approximately 700 students represent over 30 nationalities.

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
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.

School day structure
Waterview Campus hours are 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Bus service
A shuttle service operates between campuses; GoKid is used to facilitate carpool arrangements.
Diving Deeper

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
Meals are provided on both campuses by SAGE Dining Services and are included in tuition.

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.
Fees

Annual tuition at Dallas International School – Waterview Campus ranges from USD 25,500 to USD 31,650 for 2026/27.

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.
Academics

Dallas International School – Waterview Campus teaches French Curriculum, IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), American Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
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.

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
Graduates attend top colleges including New York University, McGill, UT Austin, Northeastern University and more.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
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)
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 (EAL)
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 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
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.
Parent Experience

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
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 (PTA)
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.
Facilities

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
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 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
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.
Extra-Curricular Activities

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
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
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
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
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 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
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.
Languages

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
The school offers a bilingual educational option from Early Childhood through graduation in French and English.

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.
Reputation

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
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
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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