Child Care Center
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New Horizon Academy
Apple Valley, MN
· Dakota County
13000 Pennock Ave,
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Quick Facts
Capacity
108 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Contact Information
📞 (952) 452-7711
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
801666
License Holder
New Horizon Child Care Inc.
Licensed Since
1989
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Dakota County Community Services
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About the Provider
It is not an average mission to provide the best child development on the planet but then New Horizon Academy is not an average company. New Horizon Academy is an exceptional company grown out of the commitment to children and families that Sue Dunkley our founder made in 1971 when she opened her first child care program. Sue's ongoing belief is that there is nothing more important than the self-esteem of every child.
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday–Friday
- Open Hours6:30am - 6:30pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-02-23 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 3, paragraph (d) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Staff Training Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated yearly. Staff Training: The program did not comply with Individual Child Care Program Plan requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-03-20 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1 - Reporting Requirements Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Reporting Requirements: The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-06-25 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care Violation Description: Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-03-21 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3, paragraph (d) - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1 - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0034, subpart 1; and part 9503.0040, subpart 2, item D - Program Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan was not updated each calendar year. Health Practices: The program's policy on preventing and responding to allergies did not include all required items. Program Practices: A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2021-01-29 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2020-01-16 | Correction Order | |
| 2019-01-22 | Correction Order | |
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