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The Chanhassen, Minnesota New Horizon Academy is conveniently located at the intersection of Highway 5 and Great Plains Boulevard, near Rice Marsh Lake Park. Our Chanhassen daycare opened in 1989, is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and holds a four-star rating from Minnesota Parent Aware. Our Chanhassen childcare center offers infant daycare, toddler daycare, preschool, and pre-kindergarten programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. All of our childcare classrooms utilize an age-appropriate curriculum, which incorporates reading, STEAM, social-emotional learning, and more to prepare children for kindergarten and life beyond! We’d love to meet your family and show you our beautiful daycare classrooms. Schedule a tour at New Horizon Academy Chanhassen today!
Awards and Accolades
I am a mom of 3 children who have all had a wonderful early childhood experience with New Horizon Academy. In my free time, I like to spend time outdoors, read, and make lasting memories with my family.
Education – Rasmussen College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 19
What do you like about early childhood?
Early childhood is the gateway to our future. We get to teach our future leaders and create a safe place for children to learn and grow.
What makes your school unique?
Our school is cozy, filled with love and long-term teachers. We are accredited from NAEYC and provide high-quality childcare.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Love You Forever” by Robert Munsch
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I live in LeSueur with my husband Andy. We enjoy going to Minnesota Twins games both here in MN and following the team to other stadiums. Our goal is to see every stadium! I also enjoy going to my nephew’s hockey games. I’m always up for a new adventure!
Education – Minnesota State University – Mankato
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 15+
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing the excitement in a child’s face when they learn something new or have succeeded on a new task.
What makes your school unique?
We are NEAYC accredited and most of our staff have been here at least 5 years!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Mouse Paint” by Ellen Stoll Walsh
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Our family has had an absolutely amazing daycare experience, and we couldn’t be happier that we chose the New Horizon Academy Chanhassen location. They have fantastic staff who routinely go above and beyond in caring for our children. Also, since staff retention is high, it has been wonderful to see our younger children have all the same teachers as our older child. From the infant room up to the pre-k room, the teachers pour their hearts into taking care of our kids. Stop looking for a daycare and enroll your kids here – you’ll be glad you did!
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
We just moved here from out of state and the director went above and beyond in making us feel comfortable with the transition. Our infant is obsessed with her teachers and always has the biggest smile at drop-off time. We highly recommend New Horizon Academy Chanhassen!
At New Horizon Academy Chanhassen, 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.
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Our Chanhassen 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 Chanhassen 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 Chanhassen, 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 Chanhassen, we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 100% of families in Chanhassen recommend New Horizon Academy.
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