Conveniently located in the North End neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota, off Rice Street and Maryland Avenue, the St. Paul – Rice Street New Horizon Academy has been serving local families since 2008. We are one of six New Horizon Academy locations in St. Paul and offer high-quality childcare and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners. Our daycare curriculum focuses on all aspects of early childhood education, from reading and STEAM to social-emotional learning, physical development, and more! At New Horizon Academy St. Paul Rice Street, 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 St. Paul daycare center. We can’t wait to meet your family!
Awards and Accolades
I have worked in early childhood for over 32 years. I started as a toddler teacher and worked my way up to school director. I have two daughters and three granddaughters. I also have a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
Education – Bachelors Degree
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 32
What do you like about early childhood?
The children’s laughter, smiles, and hugs every morning when I come in are just the best!
What makes your school unique?
We are dually accredited, we are diverse, and we have dedicated long-term staff.
I am happily married with 3 children, all in which whom have attended New Horizon Academy. I first began at New Horizon Academy through an internship program. I ended up really loving the job and returned for full employment as the Kitchen Manager. With having prior experience with children, I eventually decided to move my skills into the classroom. I obtained my CDA and decided to further advance my career by becoming an Assistant Director.
Education – Child Development Associates; Currently Pursuing AA
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 16
What do you like about early childhood?
I always love the moments when children figure out something new. I like to call these the “lightbulb moments”.
What makes your school unique?
We have quite a few long-term staff, and we are very family oriented.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Llama Llama Red Pajama” by Anna Dewdney
At New Horizon Academy St. Paul (Rice Street), 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 St. Paul 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 St. Paul 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 St. Paul (Rice Street), 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 St. Paul (Rice Street), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
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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