Conveniently located near the Burnsville Transit Station, the Burnsville, MN New Horizon Academy has been serving local families since 2000. We offer childcare and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, pre-kindergarten and school-age children, as well as summer camp. Our daycare curriculum focus on all aspects of early childhood education, from reading and STEAM, to social-emotional learning, to physical development, and more! At New Horizon Academy Burnsville, we help young children become confident learners who are prepared for kindergarten and beyond. Our highly trained daycare teachers and research-based approach to childcare means that your child will receive the best possible daycare and education during their important early years. Schedule a tour today to learn more about our Burnsville daycare center. We can’t wait to meet your family!
Awards and Accolades
I have a passion for working with young children and their families. I live in the southwest metro, have been married for 30 years, and have 2 daughters. I enjoy spending time outdoors and time with family and friends.
Education – Southwest Minnesota State University
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 30
What do you like about early childhood?
Seeing what a difference we make in a child’s life.
What makes your school unique?
We provide a safe and educational space for children of all ages. Our school family is dedicated to making every child feel safe and cared for each day.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak
I have an extensive background in early childhood education. As an early childhood educator, I feel it is important to enrich the children’s lives each day. Knowing that I can help shape the futures of the children in my care is important to me.
Education – St. Paul College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 30
What do you like about early childhood?
I enjoy watching the children learn and grow each day.
What makes your school unique?
Our school is accredited by NAEYC and our team of educators is passionate about providing a loving and nurturing environment to the children in our care.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” by Bill Martin, Jr.
At New Horizon Academy Burnsville (Transit Station), 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.
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Our Burnsville 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 Burnsville 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 Burnsville (Transit Station), 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 Burnsville (Transit Station), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Burnsville recommend New Horizon Academy.
An 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.
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