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Maple Grove, MN (E Fish Lake)

Your Child's Best Start: Daycare and Preschool in Maple Grove

Conveniently located between Fish Lake and Interstate 94, off Weaver Lake Road and East Fish Lake Road, the Maple Grove New Horizon Academy has been serving local families since 1988. We offer high-quality childcare and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten children. Our daycare curriculum focuses on all aspects of early childhood education, from reading and STEAM to social-emotional learning, physical development, and more! At Maple Grove New Horizon Academy, 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 your child will receive the best possible daycare and education during their important early years. Schedule a tour today to learn more about our Maple Grove daycare center. We can’t wait to meet your family!

Awards and Accolades

Meet Our Maple Grove School Directors

BIO

I started my New Horizon Academy journey in St. Michael as an Assistant Director. I am now the Director at Maple Grove. I enjoy making a positive difference for our staff, the families, and the children we care for daily.

Education – AA in Early Childhood Education

Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 18

What do you like about early childhood?

The positive impact we have on a child and family’s life. It’s so fun watching a child learn and master a skill for the very first time and seeing their excitement and love of learning.

What makes your school unique?

Our long-term staff, staff mentoring program, our teamwork atmosphere, and the positive learning environment we create at Maple Grove – Fish Lake.

What is your favorite children’s book?

“The Kissing Hand” by Audrey Penn

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Maple Grove's Unique School Features

Discover what makes New Horizon Academy - Maple Grove (E Fish Lake) a top pick for parents!
Frequently Asked Questions

At New Horizon Academy Maple Grove (E Fish Lake), childcare tuition rates vary by:

  • Number of children you’re enrolling
  • Age of children
  • Number of days per week care is needed

 

Please fill out our contact form or schedule a tour, and our school director will provide your family with personalized tuition rates.

 

Request Maple Grove Tuition Rates

Our Maple Grove early childhood center is open Monday-Friday every day with the exception of nine holidays:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Presidents’ Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Indigenous Peoples’ Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

 

*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 Maple Grove 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.

 

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Yes! At New Horizon Academy Maple Grove (E Fish Lake), 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.

 

View a Sample Meal Plan

At New Horizon Academy Maple Grove (E Fish Lake), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:

  • Infant classroom – 1:4
  • Toddler classroom – 1:7
  • Preschool classroom – 1:10
  • Pre-k classroom – 1:10

According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Maple Grove recommend New Horizon Academy.

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Family Testimonials

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“I can be me. I feel happy as soon as I walk in the door and always feel like I belong at work.”

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“New Horizon Academy pays for your education!”

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“I love having flexibility with my work schedule, creating a great work/life balance.”

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“All decisions are made to benefit the children, employees, or parents.”

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“I feel appreciated, the pay is great for the field, and licensing guidelines are always followed.”

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More Than Daycare

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:

1. Family Owned & Operated

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.

2. Award-Winning Care

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.

3. Experienced Teachers

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.

4. Modern Facilities

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.

5. Safe and Healthy Environment

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.

6. Age-Appropriate Curriculum

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.

7. Culture of Belonging

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.

8. Food and Nutrition

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!

9. Technology and Innovation

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.

10. Family Involvement

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.

1. Family Owned & Operated

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.

2. Award-Winning Care

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.

3. Experienced Teachers

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.

4. Modern Facilities

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.

5. Safe and Healthy Environment

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.

6. Age-Appropriate Curriculum

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.

7. Culture of Belonging

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.

8. Food and Nutrition

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!

9. Technology and Innovation

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.

10. Family Involvement

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.

Our Learning Programs

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.

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

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.

 

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

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.

 

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

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.

 

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

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