Welcome to the Champlin, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! Our school is located off Highway 169 at the intersection of Elm Creek Parkway and Jefferson Highway. We have been serving Champlin children and families with high-quality daycare and preschool programs since 1995. 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 Champlin early childhood center has one infant room, two toddler rooms, two preschool rooms, one pre-kindergarten room, and one school-age room. We use a research-based daycare curriculum that includes STEAM, reading, social-emotional learning, and more – all with the goal of preparing young children for kindergarten and beyond! You’re invited to tour our Champlin daycare, see our classrooms, and meet our dedicated teachers. Schedule a tour at New Horizon Academy Champlin today!
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I have always wanted to work with young children and now with more than 9 years experience in the field, I enjoy using my skills to ensure I am creating a safe and educational environment for all. I am currently the director of the Champlin location, but I have also had the roles of an assistant director and a toddler teacher. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and my sons. We enjoy gardening, making sourdough, and learning new skills.
Education – AA in Early Childhood Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 9
What do you like about early childhood?
I love being able to watch children learn and grow.
What makes your school unique?
Our school is special and unique because we are a school family filled with both long-term teachers and new teachers just coming into the field. We work as a school family to ensure that each child leaves feeling loved and having learned something new. Our classrooms are filled with evidence of learning while also feeling like home.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle
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Outside of my professional life I enjoy doing home repairs, flipping my house, and various DIY projects that bring my creative visions to life. I am a passionate animal lover and I devote my time to caring for my pets and supporting animal welfare. I also love to travel, seeking new adventures and experiences with my family and friends.
Education – Rasmussen College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 10
What do you like about early childhood?
I love watching how excited the kids get when they are learning and figuring out new things!
What makes your school unique?
We have a lot of long-term staff and everyone works great together as a team. We are like a second family!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Corduroy” by Don Freeman
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At New Horizon Academy Champlin, 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 Champlin 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 Champlin 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 Champlin, 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 Champlin, we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Champlin recommend New Horizon Academy.
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.
“They’ve really made our family feel welcome and like a part of their community!”
Puneet & Samantha, New Horizon Academy parents, Lakeville, MN
“Our daughter has been very happy at New Horizon Academy!”
Camila & Lauren, New Horizon Academy parents, St. Paul, MN
“We immediately felt at peace bringing our child here.”
Ronnie & Kaitlyn, New Horizon Academy parents, Lakeville, MN
“The relationships between the children and teachers are incredible.”
Alex Casey, New Horizon Academy parent and former student, Stillwater, MNAn 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.
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.
New Horizon Academy made it so easy for me to feel safe leaving my 6-week-old full-time at daycare. Now, 5 years later as a mom of 3 boys, this daycare center has become like family. It’s amazing to be able to have the same teachers over the years caring for my children! I will forever recommend the Champlin New Horizon Academy.
We’ve seen tremendous growth since our daughter started at New Horizon Academy in Champlin. Thanks to the teachers and staff, my daughter loves going to daycare. They are friendly and truly care about the kids.
NHA Champlin is one of the best early childhood education centers in the metro. They have a wonderful program that is smoothly operated by very knowledgeable, kind, and helpful staff. I’ve seen first hand the level of care, compassion, and education that the children receive. The teachers and management at this center are some of the most caring folks I’ve met. I can guarantee that your child will flourish as a student here and you will love your experience.
I have experienced many daycare centers over the past 8-10 years, and I’m so glad my search for the best care is over after trying New Horizon Academy in Champlin. Most of the staff have been there for 5 years or more, with some super veterans who have been there 25+ years. I trust the teachers and staff here, which is truly the most important thing to consider when searching for care for your child.
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