The dual language two-way immersion (TWI) instructional model integrates native Spanish speakers with native English speakers for instruction through two languages: English and Spanish. The faculty and staff at the International Prep Academy are dedicated to creating a culturally and linguistically responsive learning enviornment that respects and embraces languages and cultures.

In a 50/50 dual language setting, students learn two languages as they learn the core academics. Dual language classrooms will have equal numbers of English speakers and Spanish speakers, and the students will be together for all or most of the school day. Instruction in Spanish and in English is divided evenly at all grade levels, and each language is used for a set period of time. The students themselves are models for their respective home languages and cultures.

Through a Spanish/English dual language program, students are unified through two language and two cultures. The goals of the program are for students to become:

Bilingual - speak in two languages
Bicultural - embrace and navigate two cultures
Biliterate - read and write in two languages

IPA currently houses the District's Newcomer Essentials program, which serves students in grades 4-8 who are learning English and may be catching up with academic basics. Students in this program come from very diverse circumstances and countries. IPA teachers work to develop relationships with these families and work to connect them to social service and other resource providers to make sure the students have everything they need to succeed in school.