Providing an affordable Christian education for kindergarten, elementary, and middle school students up through 8th grade in White Bear Lake, MN.

Awaken your child’s faith and love for learning.

At Magnuson we build the learning experience on
Faith, Family & Excellence.

 
 
 
 

OUR MISSION

 

Magnuson Christian School is a Christ-centered, academically excellent, caring, and safe community that develops the whole child – heart, soul, mind, and body, preparing and empowering students to become confident, strong, and compassionate leaders.

 
 

Faith

 

Christ-led in all we do

We want to help children know the love and grace of God. We teach the Bible not only as a subject area but as a worldview across all of our subjects.

 
 

Family

 
 
 

Relationships that open the door for learning

Creating a deeply personal experience is at the heart of who we are at Magnuson. Our small class sizes allow for genuine teacher-student engagement and this leads to student success.

 
 

Excellence

 

Maximizing your child’s potential

We believe that learning should be engaging, hands on, and fun. We use innovation within the classroom to excite and motivate today's learners to become tomorrow's leaders.

 
 
mcs-three-girls.jpg

A life-changing Christian education that any family can afford

Every child should be able to experience the life-changing trajectory of a quality, Christ-centered education. That’s why we pride ourselves on making tuition widely affordable and meet families where they are through available tuition assistance.

 
 

Right-Sized Classes

Academic Excellence

Caring Staff

Hands-on Learning

Student Mentors

Biblical Worldview

Family-like Community

Character Development

Affordable Tuition and Available Tuition Assistance

 

Here are the top 10 reasons you will love it here at Magnuson!

Hear what our Magnuson family has to say

  • Ella L. (student)

    When COVID began, lots of things were HARD. But God showed my family to a small Christian school where LOVE RULES! I was nervous to go to a new place, but when I met my teacher, she was very kind. I felt comfortable and safe. Kids and grown-ups were joyful! Magnuson has helped me keep going and do my best even during hard times. My teachers pray for me and I have good friends. I LOVE MCS!

  • Kara L. (parent)

    What we felt at our visit was much more than confidence in the promise of a high- quality education, we felt welcomed, peace, LOVE. Upon leaving, our daughter simply stated: “I think I’d like to go to school here.” Our hearts agreed and so our journey began.

  • Gabe H. (student)

    I love this school because in the short time I’ve been here, I've formed great relationships, from my friends, to my teachers, even my bus driver.

  • Zach and Jenny B. (parents)

    Magnuson has helped us to establish strong roots in Christ with our children. The school's values match our family values, and that has made these impressionable years with our children much easier as parents. The teachers and staff are fantastic, have great wisdom and genuinely love and care for our children.

  • Andrea H. (parent)

    MCS has had a profound impact on our children’s lives and we are forever grateful!

  • Hannah L. (former student)

    There are not enough words to express my love and gratitude towards Magnuson Christian School. I couldn't even imagine what my life would be like if I had not attended MCS. Being a student at Magnuson truly made me who I am today. My relationship with God got so much stronger and has stuck with me ever since. My teachers made my Magnuson experience so much better, they helped me understand my faith growing up and also gave me an excellent education. If I could go back and do it all again I would. I will always call Magnuson Christian School my home away from home.

  • Nicole N. (parent)

    Magnuson has become an extension of our family, where smiles and hugs are shared, and our children feel cherished and known. While most kids can’t wait for summer, ours are disappointed when the last day of school arrives! We are so comforted to send them off each day, knowing they will not only be educated, but safe, loved, and pointed toward Jesus.

  • Jen F. (parent)

    The staff pours their love and faith into our daughter, giving her so much confidence in her everyday life. Their small class sizes provide the individual attention and family-like setting that encourages our daughter to grow in God’s love.

  • Heidi B. (parent)

    We know our daughter is in great hands where she is, and she comes home every day happy and with a smile. She has always had a strong love for Christ, but her relationship with Jesus has grown so much. All she wants to do is help others and spread God’s love.

Come see us for yourself

An in-person visit is the best way for you and your family to experience all that Magnuson Christian School has to offer.