New Horizon Academy Stillwater is located conveniently on the border of Stillwater and Oak Park Heights off Highway 36 and Stillwater Boulevard, near Stillwater High School. We have been serving families in Stillwater, Oak Park Heights, and Lake Elmo with quality childcare and early education services since 2012. Our school has one infant daycare room, two toddler daycare rooms, two preschool rooms, and one pre-kindergarten room. At our Stillwater 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 Stillwater daycare center! Please contact us with any questions or to schedule a tour.
Awards and Accolades
My name is Sarah Baldwin and I have been in the early education field for over 20 years. I live in Oakdale with my husband and four children. In my spare time I enjoy playing games, exploring nature, playing disc golf, or curling up and reading a good book!
Education – Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 22
What do you like about early childhood?
I get to spend my days in a beautiful learning environment that is designed with children in mind. We have a space that allows children to experience freedom and autonomy and have ample opportunity to move their bodies, take risks, and play. I get the opportunity to experience the magic of childhood through the eyes of the children in front of me.
What makes your school unique?
When you enter our school, you will be welcomed like family. We have an amazing team of educators who are passionate about what they do. You will walk into our classrooms to giggles, smiles, and warmth. We are dual-accredited by NAEYC and NECPA, and hold ourselves to these high standards. We hope you will come visit and see for yourself!
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Whoever Heard of a Fird?” by Othello Bach
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I live in Oakdale with my husband, Zeb, and our sons, Nolan and Carter. In my free time I can be found watching my boys play sports. Nolan is an avid golfer, and Carter enjoys a multitude of sports including baseball, soccer, and ninja warrior. As a family, we enjoy going on vacations to Disney World and Boston.
Education – Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education; Master’s Degree in Special Education
Years of Early Childhood Education Experience: 24
What do you like about early childhood?
I love seeing the smile on a child’s face when they come in the door at the beginning of the day ready to learn new things. It warms my heart to see the excitement on a child’s face when they accomplish a new task. The relationships that are built with children and families are one of many reasons I love coming to the center each day.
What makes your school unique?
Our school is a family full of amazing teachers that are bringing learning to life each day in their classrooms. We also have dual accreditation with NAEYC and NECPA.
What is your favorite children’s book?
“Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” by Judith Viorst
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“It’s a great opportunity for people who are creative and love to be lifelong learners.”
Jessi G., Senior Conscious Discipline Specialist
“I’ve built so many relationships with families and children at New Horizon Academy.”
Emilia S., Teacher
“All decisions are made to benefit the children, employees, or parents.”
Kami T., District Manager
“New Horizon Academy pays for your education!”
Tracey D., Assistant Director
New Horizon Academy Stillwater is truly a fantastic daycare! The teachers have worked with my child to accommodate her needs and wants. My child feels increasingly more comfortable at New Horizon Academy and has grown to love all of the staff members. I was hesitant to put her in daycare, but I feel as though I have made the right choice. The director and assistant director are very helpful as well.
We love the Stillwater teachers! My husband and I feel that our kids are safe, learning lots, and having so much fun. We recommend New Horizon Academy if you are looking for great early learning programs and wonderful teachers.
We love and highly recommend New Horizon Academy – Oak Park Heights! The teachers and staff have been a part of our family for nearly 12 years. Our children have learned so much and were very prepared for kindergarten! The communication is excellent, and it’s clear our children are loved and cared for here.
We just love the Stillwater New Horizon Academy soooo much! Both our kids attend and we couldn’t be happier with the growth and development they’ve had. Wonderful teachers, wonderful admin – we just can’t say enough good things!
