Welcome to the St. Cloud, Minnesota New Horizon Academy! Our school is located in north St. Cloud, near the hospital and tech college, and has been serving St. Cloud, Sartell, and Sauk Rapids children and families since 1997. 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 St. Cloud early childhood center offers early learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners. 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 beyond! You’re invited to tour our St. Cloud daycare, see our classrooms, and meet our dedicated teachers. Schedule a tour at New Horizon Academy St. Cloud today!
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Hello! I’m Allison, the director at New Horizon Academy St. Cloud. I started with NHA in 2004, and it is the only company if have worked for in my career! When I am not working, I am a busy mom of twin 13-year-old boys. Whether it is football, basketball, baseball, or even boxing, we are always on the go!
Education – BA – College of St. Benedict, MS – Walden University
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 17
What do you like about early childhood?
Early childhood is that time in a child’s life where their brain is developing at an incredibly rapid pace. We have the opportunity to educate and shape those little minds at such a crucial point in their development. It is astonishing to see how much children learn and grow from the time they start with us in the infant program until the day they graduate from preschool.
What makes your school unique?
When I think of my school, the phrase “small but mighty” comes to mind. We are a smaller school with five classrooms, but we are a strong team that works together to provide the best educational experience for the little people in our care!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Caps for Sale: A Tale of a Peddler, Some Monkeys, and Their Monkey Business” by Esphyr Slobodkina
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I live with my husband, two boys, and our dog in Princeton, Minnesota. We love spending time relaxing at our cabin or fishing out on the lake. Our families also enjoy watching movies and playing board or card games.
Education – Augustana University
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 13
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing how much a child grows in such a short period of time. Plus, what they learn during this timeframe can affect them years down the road.
What makes your school unique?
Our school has such a welcoming, family-feel.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Ten Apples Up On Top!” by Dr. Seuss
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I highly recommend this group of staff to anyone wishing to have a peace of mind leaving their child at daycare. The staff are caring, communicative, positive, and energetic. My wife and I have no words to describe how satisfied we are to return to a bubbly baby each day. We have observed amazing social and cognitive development in our baby and are comfortable leaving our toddler in the hands of this fun and professional group.
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 me, the hardest part of being a parent is not being able to stay at home and spend every second with my child. Being able to put to my son in the care of the St. Cloud New Horizon Academy was the best decision my husband and I had made. The school goes above and beyond for your child. They send daily updates with photos so you can feel like you are a part of their day and know what they have done so you can talk about it with your child. The teachers and directors are amazing, and really feel like your family.
At New Horizon Academy St. Cloud, 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.
Request St. Cloud Tuition Rates
Our St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud 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. Cloud, 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 St. Cloud, we follow Minnesota state guidelines for licensed daycare staff-to-child ratios:
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