Conveniently located off Highway 65, the Fridley, Minnesota New Horizon Academy has been serving families in Fridley, Spring Lake Park, Mounds View, New Brighton, and surrounding areas since 1996. 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 childhood education, from reading and STEAM to social-emotional learning, physical development, and more! At Fridley 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 Fridley daycare center. We can’t wait to meet your family!
Awards and Accolades
I fell in love with the early childhood field because of my younger sister, who is 15 years younger than me! I graduated with my Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Administration in 2022 and have been a Director of a nonprofit childcare center in southern Minnesota before I moved to Fridley and found my way to New Horizon Academy. I spend my free time doing martial arts, sewing, being outdoors, and just being at home with my boyfriend!
Education – BA in Early Childhood Education Administration
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 5
What do you like about early childhood?
It is the most important work in the world! We have the opportunity to support and uplift young children as they’re learning to navigate the world and become who they are as an individual!
What makes your school unique?
We have a very diverse setting with loving, dedicated teachers! We are accredited by both NAEYC and NEPCA and we have a 4 star Parent Aware rating (the highest rating)!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?” by Jane Yolen
I am a mom of 3 girls and 2 amazing American Bulldogs. I love to spend time with my family and we all love the outdoors. In my free time, I love finding interesting things while shopping!
Education – Currently Pursuing Child Development Associate
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 25
What do you like about early childhood?
I love watching children grow!
What makes your school unique?
We have strong partnerships with our families and are a very diverse center!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle
At New Horizon Academy Fridley, 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.
Our Fridley 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 Fridley 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 Fridley, 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 Fridley, we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 97% of families in Fridley recommend New Horizon Academy.
An 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.
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