New Horizon Academy Eden Prairie is located conveniently off Highway 62, Shady Oak Road, and Interstate 494, near Bryant Lake Regional Park in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. We have been serving Eden Prairie families with quality childcare and early education services since 1989. Our school has two infant classrooms, a toddler room, and three preschool classrooms. At our Eden Prairie childcare, we use a comprehensive curriculum that includes character development, STEAM, literacy, motor skills, and more, all with an emphasis on building confident and excited learners. We are NAEYC accredited and hold a four-star rating through Minnesota Parent Aware. We’d love to show you our Eden Prairie daycare center! Please contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour.
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I have my B.S. in Elementary Education from SCSU. I live in Linden Hills and have been the only director at our school since it opened. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, gardening, yoga, and reading.
Education – BS in Elementary Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 39
What do you like about early childhood?
The children….I love seeing them experience life in the moment!
What makes your school unique?
We have lots of long-term teachers, are NAEYC accredited, and are very much a family here at New Horizon Academy – Eden Prairie Shady Oak!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Love You Forever” by Robert Munsch
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I have been with New Horizon Academy Eden Prairie Shady Oak since January 2010 as a teachers aid and am now the assistant director! I have 4 children of my own who have attended New Horizon Academy. When I am not at work, I enjoy reading and crafting. Although I don’t get out often, I also find solace in nature!
Education – Pursuing an AA in Early Childhood Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 14
What do you like about early childhood?
I love watching children learn new skills and seeing how excited they get when they have mastered a new skill.
What makes your school unique?
My school has always had that home away from home feeling. I have been at my school since starting my career with New Horizon Academy and I am so thankful to call all of my coworkers my second family.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Skippyjon Jones in Mummy Trouble” by Judith Byron Schachner
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At New Horizon Academy Eden Prairie (Shady Oak), childcare tuition rates vary by:
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Our Eden Prairie 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 Eden Prairie 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 Eden Prairie (Shady Oak), 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 Eden Prairie (Shady Oak), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Eden Prairie 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.
Having my kids attend New Horizon Academy, off of Shady Oak Road in Eden Prairie, has been one of the best decisions I have made as a parent. The atmosphere is welcoming and feels like home. The teachers are phenomenal and know what they are doing. My three oldest have graduated from New Horizon Academy and are excelling in their schooling now (my eldest just got straight A’s in advanced classes!) and I attribute a large amount of this to New Horizon and how they prepared my children for school. My youngest currently attends this location and everyday she comes home happy and smiling. I also love the pictures and check ins I get with the staff everyday! Thank you, NHA, for being such a prominent and influential part in my family’s lives!
The New Horizon Academy – Eden Prairie location is a hidden gem. Great staff, great neighborhood, great app, and we as parents feel cared for knowing our 3-month-old son is in the best hands. The Eden Prairie teachers have so much experience and our son loves being there! You can just feel it when you’re in the right place. This school is 100% worth the money.
We love the experience we have had with New Horizon Academy Shady Oak. The teachers are fantastic. We get bummed when our daughter ages up to a new room because we get attached to the teachers, but are always impressed with how smooth they make the transition and how the teachers in the other age groups are just as excellent! We enjoy all the creative and engaging activities they plan out with the kids even at the infant stage. The updates and pictures we get throughout the day make us smile. The teachers go above and beyond to make sure the kids and families are taken care of.
We are so happy with the care and education our daughter receives at New Horizon Academy. All the teachers know her, she comes home telling me stories about all the things she’s learned each day, and her vocabulary and curiosity are off the charts! She’s made lots of friends and claps when we arrive at school each morning because she is so excited.
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