If you are homeschooling in Spring Branch, Memorial, or the Energy Corridor and want real bilingual instruction without giving up the flexibility you love, you have found the right place. iBis Learning offers bilingual homeschool support built specifically for Houston families who want certified dual language teaching, a structured curriculum, and a genuine peer community a few days a week, all while keeping you in charge of your child's education.
We are not a co-op, and we are not a drop-in tutoring center. iBis is a close-knit, dual language learning center in Houston's Spring Branch neighborhood, with certified teachers and a research-based program. For homeschool families, that means an expert partner you can count on rather than another pile of resources to manage on your own.
Bilingual Instruction That Most Homeschools Cannot Provide Alone
Teaching a second language well is one of the hardest things to deliver at home. It takes fluency, the right materials, and daily practice that few families can sustain by themselves. This is exactly where iBis fits into your homeschool.
When your child is on campus, they receive genuine dual language English and Spanish instruction from a teacher certified by the Texas Education Agency as an Early Childhood through 6th Grade Bilingual Teacher. Rather than a token Spanish class, we use a structured language rotation so children learn real academic content in both languages and keep building fluency over time. No prior Spanish is required, and children at every language level are welcome.
What your child gains at iBis includes:
- Dual language instruction from a certified bilingual teacher
- Daily executive function development woven into every lesson
- Inquiry-based, hands-on learning in a small, mixed-age classroom
- A maximum class size of 12 students, so your child is genuinely known
- Take-home materials that keep your home learning in sync with the classroom
You can explore the full picture on our Homeschool Families page and in our program overview.
Built for Homeschool Families Across West Houston
Location matters when you are balancing home learning with part-time enrollment. Many alternative programs sit on the far edges of the metro area, which turns a good option into a long, impractical drive. iBis is different. We are located inside the city in Spring Branch, easily reached from Memorial, the Energy Corridor, and the surrounding 77043, 77024, and 77077 communities.
That central position means families across West Houston can add high-quality bilingual instruction to their week without rearranging their entire routine around a commute. For working and homeschooling parents alike, a nearby option is what makes the hybrid approach genuinely sustainable.
Flexible Scheduling That Fits Your Homeschool
There is no minimum commitment at iBis. You choose the sessions that fill the gaps in your week, and we provide the same certified instruction and bilingual curriculum no matter how many days your child attends. Families build their own plan from these options:
- Mornings only, Monday through Thursday, for foundational bilingual academics and executive function development. This is the most popular choice for homeschool families who want strong academic structure without a full school day.
- Afternoons only, Monday through Thursday, focused on inquiry-based learning, creative exploration, and social-emotional growth. Ideal for families who handle core academics at home.
- Fridays only, a single day of hands-on science and discovery-based learning. A flexible, low-commitment way to start.
- Mix and match, combining any of the above into a plan that fits your child and your homeschool.
At home, you continue directing your child's learning with the take-home materials we provide, which extend and reinforce what was taught on campus. School and home stay connected throughout the week.
Scholarships and Funding
iBis is committed to making bilingual education accessible to homeschool families across Houston. Founding family scholarships and financial support are available for our Monday through Thursday programs, so cost does not have to stand between your family and the support you are seeking.
We are also closely following the rollout of the Texas Education Freedom Accounts program, the state's new education savings account funding, and are pursuing the approvals that would allow participating families to use those funds at iBis in the future. To learn what may apply to your family right now, visit our Financial Aid and ESA page or reach out directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my child have to attend every day?
No. iBis offers flexible part-time options specifically for homeschool families. Your child can attend mornings only, afternoons only, Fridays only, or any combination, and we will help you build a plan around your schedule.
Will iBis replace our homeschool curriculum?
No. iBis supports your homeschool rather than taking it over. We provide certified bilingual instruction and a peer community for the days your child is on campus, and our take-home materials connect those experiences back to your home learning.
Does my child need to speak Spanish to join?
No. Children at all language levels are welcome, including those with no prior Spanish. Our immersion environment and daily practice help children build bilingual skills naturally.
Come See It for Yourself
The best way to know whether iBis is the right fit for your homeschool is to experience it in person. Come tour our Spring Branch classroom, meet our team, and ask every question on your mind. We would love to help you build a plan that gives your child genuine bilingual instruction and a community to grow with.
Request a Family Tour or reach out through our contact page to get started.