Conveniently located off Cedar Avenue and McAndrews Road, near the Minnesota Zoo, the Apple Valley, Minnesota New Horizon Academy has been serving local families since 1989. We offer childcare and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, as well as summer camp. Our daycare curriculum focuses on all aspects of early education, from reading and STEAM to social-emotional learning, physical development, and more! At Apple Valley New Horizon Academy, we help young children become confident learners who are prepared for kindergarten and beyond. Having highly trained daycare teachers and a 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 Apple Valley daycare center. We can’t wait to meet your family!
Awards and Accolades
I have two children – Christopher and Meghan. I have a beautiful granddaughter, Braelynn who is 7. I live in Lakeville. I am obsessed with anything Disney. In my spare time, I love to cook, bake, decorate cookies, make crafts, sew, read, listen to podcasts, and be in the sun.
Education – Earned credits to become teacher qualified in 1996
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 35
What do you like about early childhood?
The children of course!!! The happiness that I feel when a child has reached a new milestone or has successfully mastered a new skill has not diminished during the 35 years I have worked with children. The joy on their faces, the hugs, the questions, their thirst for knowledge, and the exuberance they have for everything. There are so many reasons to love early childhood.
What makes your school unique?
The family atmosphere…We are a small center that feels warm and inviting. With being a smaller center, we are able to really form bonds with the families. Many of our staff have been here for over 15 years.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Love You Forever”, “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”, “Oh, The Places You’ll Go!”, and “The Giving Tree”
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I am a Colorado native, but now live in Lakeville, Minnesota. I have been married for 30 years and have 2 adult daughters. I love to read and do crafts!
Education – University of Northern Colorado
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 22
What do you like about early childhood?
I love the way children’s faces light up when they learn how to do something new.
What makes your school unique?
We are a smaller school which allows for a cozier environment with our students, families, and staff.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Napping House” by Audrey Wood
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2At New Horizon Academy Apple Valley (Cedar Ave), 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.
Request Apple Valley Tuition Rates
Our Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley (Cedar Ave), 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 Apple Valley (Cedar Ave), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Apple Valley recommend New Horizon Academy.
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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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