Welcome to the Prior Lake, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! Our school is conveniently located off 140th St NE and Pike Lake Trail NE near Knob Hill Park Playground. We have been serving Prior Lake children and families since 2005. 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 Prior Lake early childhood center has two infant childcare rooms, two toddler childcare rooms, four preschool rooms, 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 Prior Lake daycare, see our newly renovated classrooms, and meet our dedicated teachers. Schedule a tour at New Horizon Academy Prior Lake today!
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I joined the New Horizon Academy family in the spring of 2021 with over 30 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education. It is a pleasure to be working in the same community that I have lived in for over 25 years and to be able to see our NHA families while out and about in our community. My favorite thing about New Horizon Academy is our core values; We do what is best for children, we are dependable, we live a mission of continuous improvement, and we model and foster healthy relationships. I am excited to be able to show off our beautiful Prior Lake school and welcome you into our NHA family.
Education – Certification in Early Childhood Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 33
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing the “A-ha” moments when children learn something new or experience things for the first time.
What makes your school unique?
Our school is accredited by NAEYC. We also have many long term teachers that have made early childhood education their career.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Purple, Green, and Yellow” by Robert Munsch
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I started my journey with New Horizon Academy as a teacher during the summers while working to receive my bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Winona State University. Post college, I continued working in the education field until deciding to join the New Horizon Academy school family again as an Early Childhood Manager in Training which led me to becoming the Assistant Director at our beautiful Prior Lake location! In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing board games, singing karaoke, and spending time with my husband.
Education – B.S. in Elementary Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 8+
What do you like about early childhood?
I love getting to see the children reach exciting milestones and watching them grow into amazing humans!
What makes your school unique?
Our school has many long-term teachers, we are accredited, and have a close-knit team.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Chrysanthemum” by Kevin Henkes
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At New Horizon Academy Prior Lake, 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 Prior Lake 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 Prior Lake 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 Prior Lake, 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 Prior Lake, we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Prior Lake 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.
Yes! Families in our school-age program can access bus transportation to and from the following schools:
Depending on the school, transportation may be provided by either New Horizon Academy or the local school district. Please contact us for the most up-to-date information on routes and schedules.
“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.
My baby girl has been attending New Horizon Academy Prior Lake since she was 5 months old. The teachers and staff welcomed her immediately and made sure to listen to my requests as a new mom. I️ received daily photos and updates of her activities which was amazing. I️ was so impressed that even at 5 months old, she was doing arts and crafts! I️ couldn’t have asked for a better daycare center for my sweet baby girl. I️ highly recommend!
We went to the New Horizon Academy in Prior Lake, MN and this daycare was incredible. They went above and beyond in every way. The facility was always clean and vibrant and the staff were always kind and friendly. We loved how they gave us daily updates on their mobile app!
We have had the best experience at New Horizon Academy Prior Lake! As a first time mom, they have completely put my mind at ease, and I know my little guy is in great hands. The director immediately made us feel like this was the place for us and answered all of our questions. All of the infant teachers have been incredible. We know we made the best choice for our family at New Horizon Academy in Prior Lake!
New Horizon Academy in Prior Lake is such a wonderful place to bring our children! The teachers have all been amazing to work with! They plan such great events for the children, especially during the summer months. I highly recommend them!
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