Vanguard Preparatory School, the leading therapeutic private school in Dallas-Fort Worth, partners with families and professionals to provide expert, compassionate support that helps students with diverse needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We serve students with learning differences, speech-language deficits, sensory needs, developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, and other social and emotional disorders.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Yearly Tuition: $32,975
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Difficulty organizing and expressing thoughts in writing (Disorder of Written Expression) Learning disability that affects handwriting/fine motor skills (Dysgraphia) Speech and Language Disorders Math reasoning/comprehension difficulties (Dyscalculia
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 24, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
116 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 42%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
41%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$32,975
Tuition Notes
2026-2027 Tuition Rates
Lower/Middle/High School: $32,975
Launch Transition Program (Full-Time): $32,975
Launch Transition Program (Part-Time, 4 Days per Week): $26,380
Excluded from Tuition:
Sport uniforms, spirit wear, afterschool care (optional)
Field Trips (required)
*Enrollment Fee: $4,850 Re-Enrollment Fee: $1,125
% on Financial Aid
13%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,700
Admissions Director
Lauren Campos
Admissions Associate
Patti Pickering
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Robotics Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama ClubPerforming Arts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
KickballPickleball
Sports Club
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolfpack
Vanguard Preparatory School was founded to
address the needs of students experiencing academic, social, and
emotional difficulties.
Philosophy
At Vanguard, we recognize that all students have unique potential and can achieve when given relevant learning tasks in an atmosphere where appropriate behaviors are practiced daily.
Therapeutic Approach
The cornerstone of Vanguard `s therapeutic program is our emphasis on the research-based method of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). We recognize that for many of our students, social skills and self-regulation are concepts that must be taught. While students may be book smart, they will not be successful in life without these relational skills. With the support of the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), we provide every student with practical social-emotional competence assessments to benchmark not only their academic progress but social and emotional as well.
Our goal is to provide each student with the support to be a happy, productive and successful person. We accomplish this through a holistic and therapeutic educational approach with the following focus:
Philosophy
At Vanguard, we recognize that all students have unique potential and can achieve when given relevant learning tasks in an atmosphere where appropriate behaviors are practiced daily.
Therapeutic Approach
The cornerstone of Vanguard `s therapeutic program is our emphasis on the research-based method of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). We recognize that for many of our students, social skills and self-regulation are concepts that must be taught. While students may be book smart, they will not be successful in life without these relational skills. With the support of the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), we provide every student with practical social-emotional competence assessments to benchmark not only their academic progress but social and emotional as well.
Our goal is to provide each student with the support to be a happy, productive and successful person. We accomplish this through a holistic and therapeutic educational approach with the following focus:
- Actively teaching social skills necessary for productive relationships
- Providing regular group therapy
- Developing coping skills
- Teaching problem solving
- Setting consistent limits
- Clearly communicating expectations clearly
- Rewarding conscientious hard work and effort
- Building character, personal responsibility, and accountability
- Teaching conflict resolution
- Encouraging self-discipline and responsibility for personal growth
- Valuing attitude over aptitude
Vanguard's approach to education is inspired by several foundational beliefs:
- We believe that students often communicate with their behavior and when they do, we take time to listen and understand.
- We believe social-emotional learning lays the groundwork for academic success.
- We believe that when students are intellectually engaged, they will develop behaviors that positively shape their future.
- We believe that what children learn in school should be reinforced at home.
- And, we believe in the power of difference. At Vanguard, students learn to respect and support differences in one another, developing a mindset that will benefit them throughout their lives.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Vanguard Preparatory School cost?
Vanguard Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $32,975 for private students.
What sports does Vanguard Preparatory School offer?
Vanguard Preparatory School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Dance, E-sports and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Vanguard Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Vanguard Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 3/19/2021
I can't say enough positive things about Vanguard!! It was a game changer for our son with ADHD. Public school was completely failing him, academically, socially and emotionally. He was miserable and fought about going to school every day. Vanguard fills the gaps that we were left with in public school. We finally found a place where our son feels like he belongs and he is doing so good now! The teachers and the counselors at Vanguard really care about the students and their progress. The therapeutic environment is absolutely amazing for kids that need it. For the first time in our son's life, he actually likes going to school! Way to go Vanguard staff for the amazing job you do everyday!
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