The Ultimate Guide to Education in Dallas

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Dallas Moms the ultimate guide to education in Dallas

When it comes to your child’s education in Dallas, you have options! And we’ve curated a handy guide to help you navigate it all: “The Ultimate Guide to Education in Dallas.”

This resource lists daycares, preschools, homeschools, co-ops, private schools, charter schools, and public schools in and around Dallas. Keep scrolling to find related reads filled with tips and advice from Dallas moms who’ve been there.

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Guide to preschools in the Dallas area

Guide to Preschools in the Dallas Area

What’s a good preschool near me? We hear this all the time! It’s a big decision, of course, and it’s important to know your options. To help, we’ve compiled a list of preschools in Dallas, Richardson, Irving, and more.

Dallas Moms Guide to private schools in Dallas

Guide to Private Schools in Dallas

Did you know that DFW is home to some of the top private schools in the state? Note: Private school admission events are going on NOW for Fall 2025. If you’re considering private school next year, it’s time to start looking!

DFW Homeschool and Co-op Options in Collin County Moms education roundup

Homeschool and Co-op Options in Dallas

Find a weekly community, enrichment classes, field trip opportunities, or homeschool tips in our guide to home education resources all across Dallas.

Guide to public and charter schools in the Dallas area

Guide to Public and Charter Schools in the Dallas Area

More than any other question, moms ask our team about education choices. The options can be overwhelming! This guide will help get you started in the decision-making process.

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If you have questions about specific schools, ask the moms in our community groups about their thoughts and experiences. Who better to ask about local schools than moms with firsthand experience?

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transitional kidergarten in Dallas

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8
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30
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8
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0
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10 Dallas Shops with A+ Teacher Appreciation Gifts

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Show, don't tell, your appreciation with teacher gifts from these local Dallas shops!
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8 Museums Worth the Travel Time for DFW Kids

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There are buckets of local museums that cater to families. And just a short trip down the road -- eight hours or less -- there are even more educational and entertaining sites to behold.
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Homecoming Mums :: A Texas-Sized Tradition

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Some may say the tradition of homecoming mums is ridiculous, but there is always fun to be found in a Texas-sized tradition!
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The Benefits of Mentoring Other Kids :: A Mom’s Point of View

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If I can tell moms anything about mentorship programs, it’s this: Embrace the love and support -- kids can’t have too much of either.
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5 Skills to Let Your High School Student Practice Before College

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But before your young adult sets off for college campus life, here are five skills that will make the transition from home much less stressful -- especially for moms!
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10 High School & College Graduation Gifts They’ll Actually Use

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Spring is in the air and graduation is mere moments away for every senior in college and high school who has been suffering senioritis...
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Teenage Mental Health: Common vs. Concerning Behaviors

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The teenage years can be difficult. And I’m not talking about the parenting piece, I mean being a teenager is sometimes hard. Because we...
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7 Tips to Help Teens Transition to a New School

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Change can be hard for anyone, at any age. This school year is particularly challenging for our oldest daughter who will be a junior...
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Teen Dating in the Age of Technology

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To the young lady who called my son 28 times last night.  There's a reason he didn't answer. To the young lady who makes my...
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Spring Break Staycation Ideas for Teens and Tweens

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Although spring break season is here, you might not be willing to “spring” for an expensive vacation. A spring break staycation is a great...
Homeschool
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Bridging Politics :: Teaching Kids the Power of Diverse Perspectives

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The incident from my second-grade classroom serves as a reminder that teaching children to respect political opinions is not just a lesson in politics; it's a lesson in humanity.
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2025 Summer Camps for Dallas Kids

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You'll find half-day camps, full-day camps, and Texas overnight camps. To help with your search, we've arranged camps by interest and by city.
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The 9 Best Trips to Take While Your Kids Live at Home

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Getting a stamp in your passport, helping endangered turtles, eating buckets of gelato. Memories like these last forever, and the best time to make them is now. Here are nine of the best trips to take with your kids at any age, but especially now.
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5 Mistakes Homeschooling Families Make (and How to Avoid Them)

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The Texas Homeschool Expo is an annual resource fair for current and prospective home educators.
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How to Experience Italy Without Leaving Dallas

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Here's how to spend a day with your kids living la dolce vita in Dallas.
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8 Museums Worth the Travel Time for DFW Kids

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There are buckets of local museums that cater to families. And just a short trip down the road -- eight hours or less -- there are even more educational and entertaining sites to behold.
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Learning Letter Sounds with Kinesthetic Motions {+ Free Printable}

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Young children learn best while "doing." When it comes to learning letter sounds, I use kinesthetic motions to go along with each sound. When you put a motion with a sound, kids can visualize the letter while doing something tangible to go with the sound of the letter.
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The Benefits of Mentoring Other Kids :: A Mom’s Point of View

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If I can tell moms anything about mentorship programs, it’s this: Embrace the love and support -- kids can’t have too much of either.

From Homeschool Back to Public School :: 4 Things Saving My Sanity Right Now

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I knew this day was coming, I just wasn’t expecting it so quickly. Over the summer, the girls and I decided to homeschool for...

Going Against the Grain :: 5 Reasons Why I’m Now a Homeschool Mama

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I was feeling more stressed out and anxious about in-person school than ever before. Adding to this, were the ever-changing school safety precautions. After...

10 Tips to Plan Your Best Homeschool Year Yet

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Deciding to homeschool is an awesome adventure. My husband and I decided to homeschool about 7 years ago. We started off in a homeschool...

6 Tips for Homeschooling Multiple Kids

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In all seriousness, homeschooling multiple children is something of a dramatic play. Well, at least in my mind it is. I'm sure most homeschooling...
College
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My Graduate Isn’t College Bound. Did I Fail?

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More and more high school graduates are choosing other career paths that don't involve college, and that's okay.
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College Scholarship Woes {How We Got Through It}

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Got a junior or a senior in high school this upcoming school year? Thinking about scholarships? Tackling scholarships is a team effort, parents! No...

Start Saving for College Now :: Tips and Resources {Free Planning Printable}

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I was shocked when I recently listened to this Gretchen Rubin podcast and heard that most families don’t discuss how to pay for their...
Learning Differences & Disabilities

Activities for Kids with Differences and Disabilities in the Dallas Area

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Dallas Moms polled mamas throughout the area for trusted venues that provide support and creative play solutions for your child's needs.
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Join Dallas Moms of Kids with Differences and Disabilities Today!

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Join our Facebook group for local moms parenting kiddos with differences and disabilities. Ask questions, discuss ideas, and find community!
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Back to School, Back to Advocating :: ARD Meetings

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Tips for navigating relationships with educators to set up ARD meetings and effectively collaborate special education services for your child.

My Mother Never Told Me That My Child Wouldn’t Be Exactly Like me —...

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This week, the Dallas Moms Blog contributors have come together to create a series of posts inspired by so many moms who feel alone...

Differences Make Us Alike

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There comes the inevitable day when your child begins to realize that not everyone is the same. It's bittersweet, really. I love the innocence...
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Finding Help for Your Neurodivergent Child

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It is our responsibility to help our kids navigate the world. Part of that is being open with them about his or her differences and inviting him or her to the table when finding best solutions.
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Raising a Child with Autism: What I Wish I Knew in the Beginning

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Our youngest son was diagnosed with autism so early that I can hardly remember a life before it. While the memories seem spotty, the...

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