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  • Top Spanish Immersion & Full Continuum International Baccalaureate (IB) School in Austin

    Magellan International School is a secular, independent school pairing Spanish immersion with the International Baccalaureate (IB) from preschool through high school. In our Secondary program, students follow personalized pathways—pursuing the IB Diploma Program (DP) or the Global Impact Diploma (GID) designing a course of study that blends rigorous academics with real-world, future-focused experiences.

    Magellan stands alone in Texas—and is one of just four independent, secular schools in the U.S.—to offer the full International Baccalaureate continuum in both English and Spanish.

    Discover what else sets Magellan apart—explore our programs, visit our campus, and see how your child can thrive here.
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Magellan at a Glance: Key Questions Answered

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  • What makes Magellan different from other private schools in Austin?

    Magellan International School is a Spanish immersion, International Baccalaureate (IB) school serving students from preschool through high school. We are one of the only secular, independent schools in the United States to offer the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, and Diploma Program) in a bilingual setting.

  • Do students need to speak Spanish to enroll?

    Students begin Spanish immersion in early childhood, but entry points vary by grade level. Beginning in middle school, students may join without prior Spanish experience and receive support as they build proficiency.

  • What is the IB program, and why does it matter?

    The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a globally recognized academic program from preschool through high school that develops critical thinking, research skills, and real-world application of knowledge.

    While many families are familiar with Advanced Placement (AP) courses, which allow students to take individual college-level classes, the IB Diploma Program (DP) offers a more comprehensive approach. Rather than focusing on standalone subjects, the DP connects learning across disciplines and emphasizes how knowledge is applied in real-world contexts.

    Students in the IB Diploma Program:
    • Study six subject areas simultaneously
    • Conduct independent research through a year-long Extended Essay
    • Explore global issues and ethics in a course called Theory of Knowledge
    • Engage in creativity, activity, and service beyond the classroom

    This approach helps students become strong writers, independent thinkers, and confident problem-solvers—skills that prepare them not just for college, but for success beyond it.


    IB vs AP at a Glance

    APIB
    Individual coursesFull program
    Subject-specificInterdisciplinary
    Exam-focusedApplication + research
    Flexible selectionStructured, comprehensive

  • What makes Magellan’s high school unique?

    Magellan’s high school offers multiple pathways, including the IB Diploma Programme and the Global Impact Diploma, allowing students to pursue rigorous academics, real-world experiences, or a blend of both.

  • What kind of students thrive at Magellan?

    Students who are curious, motivated, and open to new perspectives thrive in Magellan’s environment. Our program is ideal for learners who enjoy challenge, collaboration, and thinking beyond the traditional classroom.

Our students are

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  • Engaged & Inspired

    by our nurturing, passionate educators from around the world.

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    Magellan is one of just four independent, secular schools in the U.S. to offer the full IB continuum in English and Spanish.

  • 64%

    of Magellan families identify as diverse

  • 75%

    Our students spend an average of 75% of their school day learning in Spanish depending on grade level.

  • $1.3M

    Financial aid awarded to 15% of Magellan families annually

  • 91%

    of Magellan students scored above the national average for MAP Reading and Language Usage test
Sources: IBO.org school finder + school websites. Verified Sept 22, 2025.
Our mission is to prepare the next generation of innovative, globally minded, culturally curious students who thrive with purpose and will contribute to a better future for us all.

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  • Middle School Parent

    We love Magellan! This school because we are a part of a wonderful, close-knit community full of families and educators who want to make the world a better place by encouraging the next generation of courageous and compassionate international citizens. Magellan makes me feel hopeful for my children's future and confident that they are becoming life-long learners.

  • New 3rd Grade Parent

    "My child's first two days have been so great on our end! I thought he might return home on Monday, maybe mentioning his old school, but he only came back raving about his day at Magellan! It went the same way yesterday. Ms. Mansi and the class couldn’t have been more welcoming, and he mentioned some friends’ names already so he is very happy and had a smile on his face at drop off again this morning. Ms. Mansi has given me positive feedback as well which has been encouraging."

  • Primary School Parent

    "The staff at Magellan strives to understand each child as an individual with different emotional, physical and intellectual needs and that is #1 in our book. As far as academics go, we love that our son will be able to connect what he is learning in each of his subjects instead of having segregated classes that have nothing to do with each other. It just makes sense to do it that way! Bravo."

Main Campus

7501 North Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78731    Phone: (512) 782-2327

Preschool Campus

2700 West Anderson Lane, Suite 601, Austin, TX 78757    Phone: (512) 782-2327