Why ESD | Why choose The Episcopal School of Dallas

Middle school students sitting on a ledge near the Quarry studying.

I am The Episcopal School of Dallas and I am igniting lives of purpose. - ESD Manifesto

The Episcopal School of Dallas is an academic community where excellence is the standard. Our college preparatory curriculum, led by a nationally-recognized faculty, is complemented by a full array of artistic and athletic programs, daily worship, experiences in the outdoors, and myriad opportunities to lead and serve others.

Here, students have access to transformative experiences that foster the pursuit of academic excellence within a strong, supportive community that recognizes individual talents and develops the moral compass of each student. ESD’s unparalleled balance of rigor and nurture inspires students to maximize their potential and live a life of purpose.

THE EDUCATION

The Hallmarks of an ESD Education

Explore Our Curriculum and Programs

Lower School,
Ages 3 - Grade 4

Middle School,
Grades 5 - 8

Upper School,
Grades 9 - 12

THE FACTS

THE EXPERIENCE

Here's what recent graduates said of their ESD Experience.

“ESD was an incredible place for me to grow up. I learned countless lessons, but most importantly ESD was a place that I truly looked forward to going to each day, something I think very few people could say about their school.”
–Clayton Mulford, UNC '23

“Our teachers are passionate and hardworking. They genuinely care about us and are willing to spend time outside of class to help us.”
–Grace Boyd, Dartmouth '23

“Best decision of my life to come to ESD!”
–Jay Browne, Stanford '23

"I will miss ESD dearly. The friends I have made will last a lifetime, and the connections with teachers and resources the school has provided will benefit my future outside of the school greatly."
–Adam Bland, Hendrix '23

"My time at ESD has been filled with cherished memories and amazing peers and classmates. I will remember the sense of belonging I felt as well as the personal and emotional growth and journey that I took as an individual. ESD was a very formative agent in my life, and the camaraderie I found in my peers at the school helped me grow as a person.
-Sohaib Raza, UT '24

"I came to ESD in sixth grade after just having moved to Texas from New Jersey. The transition was difficult, but the friends and relationships I made helped me adapt and develop lasting memories in a place I now call home."
-Tarun Mittal, UC Berkley '24

"When I look back at my time at ESD I remember all the amazing time I got to spend with my friends everyday. Although our senior year was cut short, I have made the most amazing memories with my best friends that I will remember forever. Class of 2020, I will miss you!"
-Sarah Smith, University of Alabama '24

"I've always known how lucky I am to attend ESD, but now that it's coming to an end I feel the weight of my appreciation as ESD has made me into who I am today."
-Cambridge Bender, UGA '24

“I have so appreciated our sense of community. I’ve felt that I’ve been able to maintain both a personal and professional relationship with every teacher I’ve had, and that has meant a lot.”
–William Hargrave, Sewanee '23

"There are a lot of statistics about what this grade has accomplished. But more than any of those stats, the most impressive thing about this grade is impossible to measure. Throughout all of these academic, athletic, and extracurricular accomplishments, we’ve all stayed true to who we are. We’ve made a concerted effort to try and stay together as one group – the class of two thousand and nineteen."
–Cooper Newsom, Yale '23

THE HISTORY

The Episcopal School of Dallas was founded in 1974 by The Reverend Canon Stephen B. Swann and community leaders.

On the first day of school ever, Father Swann, two teachers, and 11 seventh graders traveled to Galveston. As they sat around a campfire, they spoke of the importance of community, honor, and integrity. The traditions that began that day - of outdoor education, community, and equality around the campfire - continue today. The founding belief that every child is made in the image of a loving God remains paramount to all that we do.

In the video below, Father Swann discusses ESD's beginning. Sitting around him in All Saints Chapel are students who are children of alumni.

THE SETTING

Our Founding Tenets

The Founding Tenets of The Episcopal School of Dallas were created simultaneously with the original Mission Statement. These Tenets enable the faculty, staff, and students to work and study in a faith-centered environment and prepare our students for lives of purpose and service.

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