Welcome to the Burnsville, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! Our school is located in the Parkwood Forest neighborhood, off Interstate 35E and County Road 11, near Terrace Oaks West Park. We have been serving Burnsville and Apple Valley children and families since 1988. With beautiful classrooms, highly trained teachers, rigorous health and safety procedures, and national accreditations, we know your family will feel right at home at New Horizon Academy! Our Burnsville daycare center has one infant care room, one toddler care room, and two preschool care rooms with many long-term teachers who are dedicated to nurturing children in their earliest years. New Horizon Academy Burnsville uses a research-based childcare curriculum that includes STEAM, reading, social-emotional learning, and more – all with the goal of preparing young children for kindergarten and beyond! Please contact us to set up a tour of our Burnsville daycare, see our classrooms, and meet our dedicated teachers. Schedule a tour at New Horizon Academy Burnsville today!
Awards and Accolades
I’m from a small town in the Philadelphia suburbs and moved to Minnesota with my family in 2013. Along with having a Bachelors of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State University, I also have a degree in Pastry Arts from Bucks County Community College Culinary Arts Program. On the weekends, my daughter and I love to find new places to explore and hike.
Education – BS in Human Development and Family Studies; AA in Pastry Arts
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 12
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing the expressions on the children’s faces when the light bulb goes off, and they finally figure out something they have been working on.
What makes your school unique?
All of our educators bring a personal and creative approach to teaching, fostering a warm, family-like environment that welcomes and includes our center families in everything we do. We are proud to have a diverse population of both students and teachers, reflecting our community’s rich cultures. Our school partners with local organizations from various backgrounds and celebrates diversity through activities and events that highlight different cultures and traditions.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Rabbit’s Snow Dance” by James and Joseph Bruchac
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12At New Horizon Academy Burnsville (35E), 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 Burnsville Tuition Rates
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 (35E), 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 (35E), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
Yes! We welcome Child Care Assistance (CCAP), which often covers up to 100% of New Horizon Academy’s tuition for eligible families. Through this government aid program, families can access scholarships and financial support to make childcare tuition more affordable.
Yes, our school is a proud member of the Burnsville Chamber of Commerce and actively participates in local events to stay engaged and support our community.
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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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