New Horizon Academy – Land O’Lakes is located conveniently in Arden Hills, Minnesota on the Land O’Lakes campus off I-694 and Lexington Avenue. We proudly serve as Land O’Lakes’ corporate-sponsored childcare center, while also welcoming families from the public! We have been serving families in Arden Hills, Shoreview, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, Little Canada, and New Brighton with quality childcare and early education services since 2018. Our school has two infant daycare rooms, two toddler daycare rooms, and three preschool and pre-kindergarten rooms. At our Arden Hills childcare, we use a comprehensive curriculum that includes character development, STEAM, literacy, motor skills, and more, all with an emphasis on building confident and excited learners. We are NAEYC accredited and hold a four-star rating through MN Parent Aware. We’d love to show you our Arden Hills daycare center! Please contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour.
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I asked our pre-k kiddos what they would say about me to help write my bio, and this is what I discovered about myself: “I like to wear pretty dresses. I’m kind of the boss of the school, a little bit. I like to take care of people. And since I’m the boss of the school and Sarah is also the boss of the school, Sarah can be my best friend.” If I were to write about what I enjoy outside of work, my bio would say that I enjoy spending time with my family. We spend lots of time at sporting events, both indoors and outdoors. When we’re not involved in sports, we enjoy going for walks, baking, and playing games. Living in Minnesota, each season brings plenty of fun outdoor activities.
Education – Associate of Arts
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 22
What do you like about early childhood?
I enjoy that every day in early childhood is different from the one before, making each day a new adventure. I love forming relationships and making connections with children, families, and our school family. There is nothing more rewarding that helping a child learn a new skill and seeing the joy on their face when they realize what they can accomplish. Children also say the most amazing things; being so honest and literal, you can’t help but smile!
What makes your school unique?
Our school is unique because we are located on the campus of Land O’Lakes Corporate Headquarters. Our relationship with Land O’Lakes creates an extended family environment that feels like home. This relationship also comes with additional amenities and events. We thrive on connection, growth, learning, and fun. Our dedicated teachers form loving relationships and encourage daily communication through face-to-face conversations, updates via Procare, emails, conferences, and special activities. We have a beautiful school where lots of love is shared.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein
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Outside of work, I enjoy reading, taking naps, figure skating, and spending time with my niece and nephew. I also enjoy traveling, and one of my dreams is to be a spectator at the Olympics one day. My favorite way that a child has ever described me is as “that other mayor!”
Education – Masters in Early Childhood Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 10
What do you like about early childhood?
I love watching the children learn and grow, and I enjoy hearing all the cute and silly things they say. Being able to see the progression of their growth during the time they’re here with us is an amazing experience.
What makes your school unique?
We strive to build strong relationships with our families, children, and staff to create a sense of community within our school. We love the people we spend our days with and want everyone who comes into our school to share in that joy as well!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Monster at the End of This Book” by Jon Stone
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At New Horizon Academy Arden Hills (Land O’Lakes), tuition rates vary by:
Please fill out our contact form or schedule a tour, and our school director will provide your family with personalized tuition rates.
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Our Arden Hills early childhood center is open Monday-Friday every day with the exception of nine holidays:
*On Christmas Eve, New Horizon Academy closes at 3:00 p.m.
*If one of these holidays falls on a weekend, it will be observed on either Friday or Monday.
*Our school will remain open during inclement weather to ensure children still have access to quality childcare.
Our Arden Hills school offers both full-time and part-time schedules to accommodate the different needs of our families.
Please contact our school director for current childcare openings and availability.
Yes! At New Horizon Academy Arden Hills (Land O’Lakes), we have an on-site cook trained in nutrition, USDA guidelines, and proper portions for young children. Our school provides nutritious and nourishing meals every day including breakfast, lunch, and snack.
If your child has a special nutritional need, a food allergy, or requires adaptation to our menu, please alert our school director, and we will partner with your family to create a suitable meal plan.
At New Horizon Academy Arden Hills (Land O’Lakes), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families at Arden Hills – Land O’Lakes recommend New Horizon Academy.
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Author NameAn investment in a New Horizon Academy education is an investment in your child’s future. Families trust New Horizon Academy to set their children up for success. Here are a few reasons why:
From a single preschool classroom in 1971 to 100 schools today, much has changed for New Horizon Academy, but our commitment to children, families, teachers, and our communities remains the same.
One hundred percent of our eligible schools are accredited by NAEYC, the gold standard in early childhood accreditation. This is an accomplishment no other childcare provider of our size has achieved.
We hire teachers with experience, give them the training and support they need to succeed, pay them above market average, and help them achieve their goals. This results in stable, consistent care for your child.
Our state-of-the-art schools provide children with thoughtfully designed classrooms, playgrounds, and learning tools. We regularly update our schools to ensure they reflect our high standards for safety, quality, and care.
Your child’s safety and well-being always come first. Our childcare centers create caring, secure environments focused on supporting each child’s health and happiness. You can feel confident that your child is in good hands.
Our research-based curriculum offers engaging, hands-on activities in STEAM, language and literacy, social-emotional learning, physical development, and more to support kindergarten readiness and lifelong learning.
As an organization, we strive to foster a welcoming and inclusive culture where all children, families, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We approach our relationships with curiosity, compassion, and respect.
A nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snack are prepared fresh each day by our school chef, with menus developed by our nutrition specialist to ensure every meal is balanced. All meals are included in the cost of tuition!
Our mobile app keeps parents connected with daily updates, allowing teachers to share information, send messages, and delight you with photos and videos from your child’s day, so you never miss a moment.
Families are always welcome to come in for visits, participate in activities, and join us for family fun events. We love having parents involved in their child’s learning and value every opportunity to build a strong community.
From a single preschool classroom in 1971 to 100 schools today, much has changed for New Horizon Academy, but our commitment to children, families, teachers, and our communities remains the same.
One hundred percent of our eligible schools are accredited by NAEYC, the gold standard in early childhood accreditation. This is an accomplishment no other childcare provider of our size has achieved.
We hire teachers with experience, give them the training and support they need to succeed, pay them above market average, and help them achieve their goals. This results in stable, consistent care for your child.
Our state-of-the-art schools provide children with thoughtfully designed classrooms, playgrounds, and learning tools. We regularly update our schools to ensure they reflect our high standards for safety, quality, and care.
Your child’s safety and well-being always come first. Our childcare centers create caring, secure environments focused on supporting each child’s health and happiness. You can feel confident that your child is in good hands.
Our research-based curriculum offers engaging, hands-on activities in STEAM, language and literacy, social-emotional learning, physical development, and more to support kindergarten readiness and lifelong learning.
As an organization, we strive to foster a welcoming and inclusive culture where all children, families, and staff feel a sense of belonging. We approach our relationships with curiosity, compassion, and respect.
A nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snack are prepared fresh each day by our school chef, with menus developed by our nutrition specialist to ensure every meal is balanced. All meals are included in the cost of tuition!
Our mobile app keeps parents connected with daily updates, allowing teachers to share information, send messages, and delight you with photos and videos from your child’s day, so you never miss a moment.
Families are always welcome to come in for visits, participate in activities, and join us for family fun events. We love having parents involved in their child’s learning and value every opportunity to build a strong community.
BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.
BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.
BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.
BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.
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