I have a son at DESS in early years and we like it very much. I chose between this and the American school, and believed this to be the best choice for my son. It is a good school but as said above the waiting list can be long for some types of applicants. My understanding is that the lists at DESS and other schools are much longer for early years. Many give preference to siblings, so if you have a spot for and older child the others go to the front of the line. Different schools have different rules, so be sure to ask. Your husband's work might have connections with the school also.