Specialized school for K-6 students with learning differences. Small classes, research-based instruction, sports and arts programs
Preston Hollow Presbyterian School has specialized in educating students with learning differences for over 60 years. Located in Dallas, PHPS serves bright children in kindergarten through 6th grade who have mild to moderate learning disabilities, including dyslexia, auditory processing disorder, oral and written language disorders, and mathematical disabilities. The school is intentionally small—with an average class size of just 9 students and 30 teachers—to ensure every child receives individualized attention and support.
The school's curriculum is built on research-based, multi-sensory instruction designed to remediate academic weaknesses while keeping students engaged and challenged. Students are organized into smaller, skill-based groups for core academic subjects and receive prescriptive remediation tailored to their specific learning needs. Beyond academics, PHPS offers sports including basketball and track and field, plus enrichment through chess club, arts, music programs, and after-school activities. The faculty is highly qualified, with 75% holding advanced degrees.
PHPS aims to equip students with the tools and confidence to transition back to mainstream education as soon as they are ready. Tuition is $27,300 annually (plus enrollment and supply fees), with rolling admissions. For more information or to schedule a visit, contact admissions director Laura Holthouser at (214) 368-3886 or visit phps.org.
At a Glance
TypeSchool with Special Program Emphasis
GradesKindergarten-6
Students88
Class Size9:1 ratio
Tuition$27,300
Fin. Aid3% receive aid
Est.1962
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Cognia
School Information
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| Year Founded | 1962 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $27,300 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition amount does not include $1000 enrollment fee and $200 supply fee |
| Total Students | 88 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 30 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 75 |
| Average Class Size | 9 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-6 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Laura Holthouser |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 3 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 3 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Learning Programs Supported
Reading disability (dyslexia)auditory processing disorderoral language disorderwritten language disorder and mathematical disability
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Basketball · Track and Field |
| Clubs and Organizations | Fun Zone (all sports camp) · Club or Organization: · Chess Club · Homework Club · Arts and Music Programs: · After-School Art |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | Cognia |
| Religious Affiliations | Christian |
| Summer Program Cost | $660 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |