Thank you for considering the Boise – Emerald Street New Horizon Academy! We are conveniently located off West Emerald Street in Boise, Idaho, on The Salvation Army Boise Corps campus. We are proud to partner with The Salvation Army to provide parenting teens in their School Program with access to quality childcare and education for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. We've been serving Boise area families since 2019, providing our services to both the public and program participants. Our Boise daycare center is accredited by NAEYC and offers early learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners. All New Horizon Academy childcare classrooms utilize a comprehensive early learning curriculum, with a focus on STEAM, reading, social-emotional development, and more. In addition to our welcoming classrooms, our school also features an outdoor classroom that allows children to engage with nature and further enrich their learning experiences. 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 Boise Emerald Street daycare center today.
Awards and Accolades
I was born and raised in Santa Barbara, CA and moved here 17 years ago. I have worked for New Horizon Academy for 16 years. In my time at here, I have had the pleasure of teaching school age kids, pre-k, preschool threes, and have also worked at three of the six Idaho locations. I have over 25 years of experience working with children. I am currently working towards my bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. I am a mother of four beautiful children who have all attended NHA with me since they were 6 weeks old. My 3- and 5-year-old are still attending. I am so excited to be a part of the Salvation Army – New Horizon Academy family and getting to know you all.
Education – Ashworth College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 25
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing how excited the kids get about everything, and helping shape the minds of young children to be the best they can be.
What makes your school unique?
What makes our school unique is the love all our teachers have for the kids and the family environment we share.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Rainbow Fish” by Marcus Pfister
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I have been an assistant director at New Horizon Academy since August 2019. I love music, I have been to over 300 concerts since I was 13 years old. I also enjoy spending time with my mom, step dad, and siblings. I love to travel – mainly road trips! I live at home with my mom, step dad, sister, and our puppies! We have a frenchie, corgi, chihuahua, and two cats.
Education – Ashworth College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 13
What do you like about early childhood?
Walking into the classroom and having every child run up to you giving you hugs, high fives, and telling you they love you is the best feeling ever.
What makes your school unique?
We have a partnership with the booth program at Salvation Army, which means that the teenage parents can bring their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers to us while they go to school upstairs. We are also one of 12 accredited schools through NAEYC in Idaho.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“The Giving Tree” by Shel Silverstein
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We absolutely love New Horizon Academy! Everyone is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and caring. The teachers are very personable and truly care about your kids. I would recommend New Horizon Academy to anyone looking for quality childcare in a clean, fun, and educational environment.
We understand that choosing an early education and child care program for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. That is why we have created a step-by-step guide to help you make an informed decision about the early care and education program you choose for your child.
Step 1: Schedule a tour.
Step 2: Use our Quality Child Care Checklist to help you make an informed decision about the early care and education you choose for your child.
Step 3: Complete the Enrollment Agreement and other required forms to enroll your child at New Horizon Academy. Contact your School Director for more information regarding the electronic forms.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or if you want to plan your visit to one of our schools. Thank you for considering New Horizon Academy. We are eager to partner with you during this incredible time in your child’s growth and development.
Our loving and caring teachers are eager to meet you and your child, and look forward to playing an important role in your child’s early education.
At New Horizon Academy, providing a safe and healthy environment for the children entrusted into our care is our number one priority. We take many precautions to ensure that this commitment if fulfilled every day.
Our teachers will keep you up-to-date on your child’s day and help you stay connected and informed. Via our mobile app, you will receive information about:
So, while you are at work, you have peace of mind that your child is healthy, safe, learning, and having fun!
We provide good nutrition to empower children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and physical growth. We promote knowledge about nutrition to our children, families, and staff through education, communication, and by offering children healthier and diverse food choices. Learn More
The teachers at New Horizon Academy Boise are amazing! They treat our son like family, and he looks forward to going to school every day! They're incredibly communicative, and we appreciate knowing exactly what's happening throughout the day.
At New Horizon Academy Boise (Emerald Street), daycare 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 Boise daycare 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 Boise 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 Boise (Emerald 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. 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 Boise (Emerald Street), we follow Idaho state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
Yes! We welcome child care assistance programs such as Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) and Child Care Aware of America (CCAA). Through these government aid programs, families can access scholarships and financial support to make childcare tuition more affordable.
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