Welcome to the Maplewood - Oakdale New Horizon Academy! Our school is located on the border of Maplewood and Oakdale, Minnesota off Conway and Geneva Avenue, near 3M’s corporate headquarters. We’ve been serving children and families in Maplewood, Oakdale, Woodbury, and North St. Paul since 2006. With beautiful classrooms, highly trained teachers, rigorous health and safety procedures, and national accreditations, we know your family will feel right at home at New Horizon Academy! Our Maplewood early childhood center offers learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, pre-kindergarteners, and school-agers. We use a research-based daycare curriculum that includes STEAM, reading, social-emotional learning, and more – all with the goal of preparing young children for kindergarten and life! You’re invited to tour our Maplewood/Oakdale daycare, see our classrooms, and meet our dedicated teachers. Schedule a tour at New Horizon Academy Maplewood - Oakdale today!
Awards and Accolades
I have been married for 30 years, with 2 children, 2 grandchildren, and one on the way. In my free time I love spending time with family and friends, going camping (well, glamping), and planning and going on tropical vacations with my husband.
Education – Rasmussen College
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 30
What do you like about early childhood?
I love being able to watch children learn and grow at our school, and seeing children smile when they achieve something new!
What makes your school unique?
We are a dual accredited and very diverse school with long term staff. We all work amazing together!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Love you Forever” by Robert Munsch & “The Jacket I Wear in the Snow” by Shirley Neitzel
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I’ve worked in childcare since I was in high school and grew up surrounded by women in my family in the same field. It’s always been my dream to work with children and families and I’m so happy to work for such a great company. I am married with my first child on the way, and can’t wait for my baby to grow up with New Horizon Academy.
Education – Rasmussen University
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 12
What do you like about early childhood?
I enjoy building connections and relationships with children and families and watching children learn and grow!
What makes your school unique?
We have an amazing crew of experienced teachers, and serve a wonderful community.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Love you Forever” by Robert Munsch
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My son has attended this daycare program for six years and he has loved every moment of it. The teachers and management have all been amazing and make him feel so loved and special. He loves them all like they are part of our family!
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
For your convenience, we offer transportation to local elementary schools for children enrolled in our before and after school program. We partner with a wide variety of schools in our community.
The schools include:
Both of our girls have had a wonderful experience here, from infancy all the way through preschool! The center directors and staff have always been friendly and helpful.
At New Horizon Academy Maplewood (Oakdale), 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.
Request Maplewood Tuition Rates
Our Maplewood 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 Maplewood 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 Maplewood (Oakdale), 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 Maplewood (Oakdale), we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
According to our 2024 Family Survey results, 98% of families in Maplewood recommend New Horizon Academy.
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