Thank you for considering the Blaine New Horizon Academy! We are conveniently located in Blaine, Minnesota off Radisson Road and 109th Avenue. Our school has been serving Blaine, Circle Pines, Ham Lake, and surrounding area families since 2006, and has two infant rooms, two toddler rooms, and four preschool and pre-kindergarten rooms. Our Blaine daycare center is accredited by NAEYC, the gold standard in daycare accreditation. All New Horizon Academy childcare classrooms utilize a comprehensive early learning curriculum, with a focus on STEAM, reading, social-emotional development, and more. We believe in the power of play and encourage growth and learning through physical movement. We would love to meet your family! Schedule a tour at our Blaine daycare center today.
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I am married and have two children. I love camping, boating and ATV-ing. I have a lot of energy, which makes me perfect for this job!
Education – BA in Childhood Psychology
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 32
What do you like about early childhood?
I love making connections with the staff, children and families. I smile every day because of this job!
What makes your school unique?
We are NAEYC-accredited and live the New Horizon Academy mission everyday. We have many very long-term teachers. Our school also practices Conscious Discipline, our social-emotional learning curriculum.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak
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I am married and have four children ages 9-18 and three fur children. I have been in the early childhood field since 2007. I love watching my kids compete in their activities they are passionate about. I enjoy hiking and exploring outdoors, anything Taylor Swift related, reading, and playing with all the dogs I meet!
Education – Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 17
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing the way young children look at the world, building strong bonds with the children and their families, and being part of a special group of people who want to make a positive impact on children’s lives.
What makes your school unique?
Our school has an incredible director and lots of long-term teachers who love what they do. Our teachers are trained in Conscious Discipline, as our school is a lab school for the social-emotional learning curriculum. We also have so many educators who have been named “Teacher of Distinction” and/or “Educator of Excellence”. And last but not least, we have incredible kids and families who have become a part of our school family.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak
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At New Horizon Academy Blaine, childcare 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.
Our Blaine 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 Blaine 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 Blaine, 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. All meals are included in the cost of tuition.
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 Blaine, we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Blaine 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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