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Minneapolis, MN (Marquette)

Quality Daycare and Preschool in Minneapolis - Downtown West

New Horizon Academy Minneapolis-Marquette is located conveniently off 1st Street and Marquette Avenue in the downtown west neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, right near the Mississippi River. As one of six New Horizon Academy locations in Minneapolis, we have been serving families in the Twin Cities with quality childcare and early education services since 1989. Our school offers learning programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, including infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-kindergarten options. At our Minneapolis 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 NAEYC accredited and hold a four-star rating through MN Parent Aware. We’d love to show you our downtown Minneapolis daycare center! Please contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour.

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Meet Our School Directors

BIO

I live in Elk River with my fiancé, Dave, and son, Jack. We go up to our cabin on Mille Lacs Lake every weekend. We love to go boating, fishing, and hang out at the cabin. When we are not up north, I enjoy cooking and spending time with friends.

Education – St. Cloud State University

Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 12

What do you like about early childhood?

I love that every day is different!

What makes your school unique?

We are the 100th New Horizon Academy school location! We are brand new and excited to grow our school family!

What is your favorite children’s book?

Any book by Dr. Seuss

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12
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BIO

My name is Lexi, and I am the assistant director of our Corcoran location. I have the privilege of not only being a part of our Corcoran school family, but also being a parent whose child attends this school. Previously, I was an infant teacher at one of our surrounding schools for 5 years before going on to attain my degree in Early Childhood Education. This spring I had the opportunity to help open up our Corcoran location and truly have loved every minute of this new journey.

Education – Rasmussen College

Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 6

What do you like about early childhood?

I like how rewarding it is to play a role in shaping young minds, helping foster a love for learning, and overall being a part of such a large growth journey .

What makes your school unique?

Our school is unique because we are New Horizon Academy’s 100th school!

What is your favorite children’s book?

“The Pout-Pout Fish” by Deborah Diesen

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10 Reasons Why We're Different

An investment in a New Horizon Academy education is an investment in your child’s future. Families trust New Horizon Academy to set their children up for success. Here are a few reasons why:

1. Family Owned & Operated

Learn how the Dunkley family and their passion for education grew a small daycare center in 1971 to over 100 schools.

2. Award Winning Care

One hundred percent of our eligible schools are accredited. This is an accomplishment no other child care provider of our size has achieved.

3. Affectionate Teachers

We employ teachers who love children and delight in helping them grow in knowledge, wisdom, and character.

4. Modern & Fun Facilities

NHA has always been committed to providing children with modern classrooms, playgrounds, learning tools, and curriculum.

5. Safe & Healthy Environment

Children do their best learning in a healthy and safe environment. This also enables parents to have peace of mind and focus on their activities.

6. Proven Curriculum

Our fun and interactive curriculum combines art, music, play, reading, drama, science, and math to help your child grow and excel in learning.

7. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

As an organization, we work to ensure every child develops a healthy and positive identity that is not undermined by biases.

8. Parent Involvement

Children love to see their parents and so do we. Parents are always welcome to come in for visits, participation in activities, and especially hugs.

9. Technology & Innovation

Technology enables our team to provide parents frequent and convenient access to their teacher and child throughout the day.

10. Easy Enrollment

We make it easy for you to learn more about New Horizon Academy, tour our schools, and enroll online when you’re ready.

1. Family Owned & Operated

Learn how the Dunkley family and their passion for education grew a small daycare center in 1971 to over 100 schools.

2. Award Winning Care

One hundred percent of our eligible schools are accredited. This is an accomplishment no other child care provider of our size has achieved.

3. Affectionate Teachers

We employ teachers who love children and delight in helping them grow in knowledge, wisdom, and character.

4. Modern & Fun Facilities

NHA has always been committed to providing children with modern classrooms, playgrounds, learning tools, and curriculum.

Our Learning Programs

BEST childcare center ever! As a parent, I can definitely say that I’ve seen a significant improvement in my daughter’s development since starting at New Horizon Academy. She comes home every day and tells me how much she’s learned in her class and how much she loves her teachers. have peace of mind knowing my daughter is safe, loved, and welcomed at daycare.

— Haley B., New Horizon Academy Family

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