New Horizon Academy Boise – West Ustick is located conveniently in Boise, Idaho off West Ustick and North Cloverdale Road. We are nestled in the Ustick neighborhood of western Boise and have been serving local families with quality childcare and early education services since 1996. Our school has one infant room, two toddler rooms, one two-year-old room, one preschool room, and one pre-kindergarten room. We also have a beautiful and spacious playground with natural elements and large trees that provide shade in the summer. At our Boise childcare, we use a comprehensive curriculum that includes character development, STEAM, literacy, motor skills, and more, all with an emphasis on building confident and excited learners. We are accredited by NAEYC, the gold standard in daycare accreditation. We’d love to show you our Boise daycare center! Please contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour.
Awards and Accolades
I have been married to my wonderful husband Nathan for 11 years and we have 3 great kids. I absolutely love the Minnesota Vikings and cows. My hobbies are doing things with my family outdoors and making memories. My favorite time of year is fall.
Education – University of Phoenix
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 11
What do you like about early childhood?
I love watching children learn and grow and knowing that I helped them do so.
What makes your school unique?
We have many well-educated and long-term teachers in each classroom, which helps families feel at ease when leaving their children with us. We are NAEYC accredited and have a great school family!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type” by Doreen Cronin
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My name is Amanda and I have been with New Horizon Academy since April 2019. I am originally from Upstate New York. My husband and I moved to Idaho in 2015, and have two daughters.
Education – Ashworth College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 5
What do you like about early childhood?
I enjoy seeing the children learn each and everyday.
What makes your school unique?
All of our lead teachers are long-term teachers and our school is NAEYC accredited.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Pete the Cat” by Eric Litwin, James Dean, and Kimberly Dean
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Our family chooses New Horizon Academy Boise - West Ustick because they provide a safe, clean, educational, and fun environment for my child to thrive in. My daughter loves seeing her teachers and friends everyday!
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
My children have been going here for years. The school sends daily updates and photos, and my kids truly enjoy going. They have lots of great teachers and an awesome pre-k curriculum. We enjoy them immensely and recommend them all the time to friends and family. They are well priced and have staff who work great with parents. I love knowing that my kids are happy, healthy and in great hands at New Horizon Academy!
At New Horizon Academy Boise (West Ustick), 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 (West Ustick), 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 (West Ustick), 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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