I love seeing children grow and develop.
New Horizon Academy Minneapolis-Marquette is located conveniently off 1st Street and Marquette Avenue in the downtown west neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, right near the Mississippi River. As one of six New Horizon Academy locations in Minneapolis, we have been serving families in the Twin Cities with quality childcare and early education services since 1989. Our school offers learning programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, including infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-kindergarten options. At our Minneapolis 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 MN Parent Aware. We’d love to show you our downtown Minneapolis daycare center! Please contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour.
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Hello! My name is Liz, and I would love to connect with you and how we can support your family! I have two little ones, Lucy and Luca, who are the light of my life. We love to spend time at the park and get ice cream as a family!
Education – BA in Teaching English as a Secondary Language (TESOL), Minor in Biblical studies
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 8+
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing that lightbulb switch on when a child learns a new activity and the joy it brings them.
What makes your school unique?
Family comes first at our center. Our goal is to make sure each family is welcomed in the best way each day. We are also proud to have many long-term staff with 5-13+ years of experience!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“There was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly” by Lucille Colandro
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I love to read, play video games, cook for family and friends, bake and decorate cakes, and hang out with friends.
Education – B.S. from Rasmussen University
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 15+
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing children grow and develop.
What makes your school unique?
We are NAEYC accredited and foster a family-like atmosphere among our staff.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Love You Forever” by Robert Munsch
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At New Horizon Academy Minneapolis (Marquette), 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis (Marquette), 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.
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 Minneapolis (Marquette), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Minneapolis 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 Marquette is amazing! The facility is kept clean. The staff there are wonderful and very loving towards the children. I’ve sent all 3 of my kids to this location, and they transitioned from each class from 6 weeks and up. I’ve moved a few times in the past causing me to find closer childcare but always found myself coming back to New Horizon Academy and we are always welcomed back with open arms. 20/10 recommend!
This is a wonderful daycare! They’ve taken such good care of our 11 month old since she started daycare at 6 months. The teachers are excellent and really care about the kids. I love getting all the updates and pictures of our baby throughout the day on my phone. They feed her delicious meals and snacks each day, and she seems very well cared for. On holidays, they often do little craft projects that they send home to parents. It’s very sweet. I’m so glad we chose this daycare!
Best daycare in south Minneapolis! From the staff to the curriculum, I have been a parent with this same daycare for 7 years now. My family loves this place!
We LOVE New Horizon Academy Marquette for our 13 month old son. We truly could not be more pleased with the loving care he receives from his teachers. The leadership is great as well. His teachers have been consistent. We receive frequent updates during the day and they seamlessly accommodate me coming to feed him in the mother’s room. We are always welcome to stop in and are greeted with a warm welcome. Highly recommend!
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