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the Lamplighter School

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Dallas, TX · K–7

Last verified August 20, 2026

11611 Inwood Rd, 75229 · (214) 369-9201

www.thelamplighterschool.org

Enrollment

332

Student:teacher

6:1

Published tuition

$18,602–$33,420

Application fee

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Tuition by division

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Head of school

Mr. Mike Johnson

Catherine M. Rose Head of School

Mr. Johnson joins Lamplighter from Corbett Preparatory School in Tampa, Florida, where he served as Associate Head of School and Principal for nine years. He has master’s degrees in educational leadership and teaching, and will receive his PhD in Quality Leadership in the spring of 2026.

Curriculum & special classes

The school offers a seven-year Pre-K through 4th grade experience designed to build a strong academic foundation. The curriculum incorporates project-based learning, social-emotional learning, and outdoor learning, blending joyful curiosity with academic rigor.

Financial aid

Lamplighter's financial aid application is administered by Blackbaud Financial Aid Management for both current and prospective students. Participation in the Tuition Refund Plan is required for all families who choose an installment payment plan.

Before & after school care

Before school

Yes, before-school care is offered.

After school

Yes, after-school care and afternoon enrichment classes are offered.

Cost

Not listed

Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.

Admissions

The admissions process involves submitting an online application, scheduling a parent meeting, registering for admission testing (for certain grades), scheduling an applicant visit (playdate or shadow visit), and completing supplemental documents. Admission decision letters are emailed on Friday, March 12, 2027.

Apply by

December 11, 2026

Acceptance rate

Not listed

Application fee

Not listed

What they ask for: Online application, parent meeting, admission testing (CATS for Pre-K 4, Kindergarten, Transitional First; ISEE for 2nd-4th grade), applicant visit (playdate/shadow), parent statement, proof of age (birth certificate), teacher evaluation (if enrolled in school), immunization record.

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