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Where World-Class Learning Meets Spanish Immersion

Welcome to the International Spanish Language Academy (ISLA), a tuition-free, PreK-5 public charter school and one of only two in Minnesota offering both full Spanish immersion and an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) education. By combining deep language acquisition with a global, inquiry-based curriculum, we empower students to become confident, bilingual problem-solvers. 

At ISLA, we aren't just teaching a second language – we are shaping tomorrow's global leaders.

  • A group of people in colorful monster costumes and crowns pose on a playground.
  • A smiling boy holds a bouquet with a graduation cap-wearing teddy bear, next to a woman in a red dress.
  • A young girl smiles while holding a sign that says "ISLA PARA LA" with peace signs.
  • A young boy crouches down, coloring on a nature scavenger hunt sheet with a crayon.
Graduates in blue gowns and caps walk down a hallway, smiling and waving.

Our Mission

International Spanish Language Academy (“ISLA”), a Spanish immersion community, empowers the whole child by nurturing the development of personal growth, strong character, academic excellence, and global vision.
 

Meet our Founders

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  • Three young people wearing blue aprons and gloves prepare food in a kitchen.
  • Children proudly display handmade drawings of various national flags.
  • Dia de los Muertos facepainting

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We Want Your Input!

October 27, 2026

We Want Your Input!

Please help make ISLA a better place with your feedback in theFall Family Survey!We use this with our Board, Authorizer, and internal team to help reflect and grow, aligned to our core goals and va...

4th and 5th Grade Skiing Field Trip to Hyland Hills

October 22, 2026

4th and 5th Grade Skiing Field Trip to Hyland Hills

4th and 5th Grade Skiing Field Trip Hyland HillsDecember 10, 2026 9:15am - 3:00pmOur PTO is generously sponsoring this trip! There is no cost to families, as PTO is making a donation to cover the l...

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What’s Happening

Our calendars are your one-stop shop for everything going on in the next few weeks and months!

Academic Calendar Events Calendar