Conveniently located near Normandale Lake off I-494, within the Normandale Lake Office Park towers, the Bloomington New Horizon Academy has been serving local families since 1986. We offer childcare and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners. Our daycare curriculum focuses on all aspects of early childhood education, from reading and STEAM to social-emotional learning, physical development, and more! At Bloomington 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 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 Bloomington daycare center. We can’t wait to meet your family!
Awards and Accolades
I live in Chaska with my husband Jon and two boys Elijah and Noah. In my free time, I enjoy watching my boys play on their travel basketball and baseball teams. When their sports aren’t keeping me busy, I like to do jigsaw puzzles, play in my volleyball league, and relax with the family.
Education – BS in Elementary Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 17
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing the growth from infants to preschoolers and preparing children’s’ social emotional skills for kindergarten.
What makes your school unique?
We are a smaller daycare center and are like a family where everybody knows everyone.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Rainbow Fish” by Marcus Pfister
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My name is Angelina, but I prefer to go by Angel. I taught at this location for 5 years before leaving to teach kindergarten for a year. My partner, Harley, is a 5th-grade teacher. We both have season tickets to the Minnesota Wild and are very proud hockey fans.
Education – Associates in Liberal Arts
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 6
What do you like about early childhood?
I enjoy watching children grow and discover new things.
What makes your school unique?
We have many long-term teachers and an amazing school family!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak
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7At New Horizon Academy Bloomington (Normandale), 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 Bloomington 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 Bloomington 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 Bloomington (Normandale), 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 Bloomington (Normandale), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Bloomington 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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