Thank you for considering the Shakopee New Horizon Academy! We are conveniently located in Shakopee, Minnesota, off Marystown Road and Highway 169. Our school has been serving Shakopee, Chaska, and Carver families since 2018, and has two infant rooms, one transition room, two toddler rooms, four preschool rooms, and one school-age room. Our Shakopee daycare center is accredited by NAEYC, the gold standard in daycare accreditation. All New Horizon Academy childcare classrooms utilize a comprehensive early learning curriculum, with a focus on STEAM, reading, social-emotional development, and more. We believe in the power of play and encourage growth and learning through physical movement. We would love to meet your family! Schedule a tour at our Shakopee daycare center today.
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I live in Montgomery with my 3 beautiful children and my boyfriend. I have worked in early education for 15 plus years and love what I do. When I’m not working, I enjoy baking, reading, photography, and spending time with my children at their many sports activities. Each day is a blessing!
Education – BAS in Elementary Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 15
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing the excitement on the children’s faces as they arrive at school. They always come with hugs!
What makes your school unique?
The staff! They are dedicated, loving, caring, and make our school shine. We truly have a team of teachers who love what they do!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Moo, Baa, La La La!” by Sandra Boynton
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I love all things Disney and going to the Disney parks! My favorite hobbies are reading and spending time with my husband and daughters.
Education – AA in Child Development
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 20
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing the aha moments when a child learns a new skill!
What makes your school unique?
Our long-term teachers care a lot about their children in their classrooms. They love being able to help them grow.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear” by Don Wood
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At New Horizon Academy Shakopee, 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 Shakopee 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 Shakopee 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 Shakopee, 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 Shakopee, we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Shakopee 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.
We absolutely love love love New Horizon Academy Shakopee. My son is always so happy at drop off and pick up. The pictures I receive throughout the day make it so much easier to work without worrying about how my baby is doing. Thank you to the amazing teachers and staff!
Shakopee has the BEST teachers and staff. We’ve never been happier with any other daycare provider. New Horizon Academy has had a very welcoming and warm environment from day one; everyone knows every kid by name! When we transitioned from the infant room to toddler room, we never felt anything but support and care for our little one. They have incredible cleaning and communication standards!
New Horizon Academy in Shakopee is the place to take your kiddos! They listen to you. They communicate. The teachers are AMAZING! I have one child in the infant room and one in pre-k and both adore their teachers! I am so happy I picked NHA Shakopee. Thank you to everyone for loving and caring for my daughters.
We enrolled our infant daughter at New Horizon Academy Shakopee and absolutely love it. The classroom staff are the best. They know her individual needs and always keep us updated on how she does each day. They post pictures and updates in the mobile app so we know how things are going. They do daily activities like songs, reading, and art projects. The management and dietary staff are so friendly and greet us each day when we arrive. It really feels like they are family members and I trust them absolutely with our daughter’s care.
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