Judy Mendoza
Houston, TX 77066 · infants to toddlers · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Golden Star Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 80
- open each week
- 7 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2021
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About
About Golden Star Learning Academy
Golden Star Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 18, 2021, for up to 80 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open every day, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidyOpen every dayOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 80 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| SundayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 WEEKS OLD through PRE-K |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | NCI |
| Discounts | SIBLING DISCOUNT |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation for elementary students in Houston & surrounding school districts) |
| Licensed capacity | 80 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Golden Star Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $185 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for Golden Star Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 80 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2021
- License number
- #1704947
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 2, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 9 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Jul 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 22, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 8, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
“I observed a room with missing electrical outlets not covered. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the director covered them with outlet covers.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
“A caregiver did not know a child's age in the classroom during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
746.3701(2) - Safety - 220-Volt Electrical Connections Covered
“I observed a room with hanging cords from a fan that was mounted and a portable AC that was in reach of children in the class and could cause a hazardous environment.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
- Sep 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The outside area had hanging tree branches on the pathway to the playground and the the wooden gate was broken.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2025
Jun 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
“Of the 8 children's records evaluated, all lacked the required special needs information.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 18, 2024
746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games
“A caregiver was observed using their personnel electronic devices while supervising children during nap time. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The center does not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted in March 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2024
HRC 42.04271 - Parent's Rights
“Of the 8 children's records evaluated, all lacked signed documentation from the parents that showing they have received a copy of their rights.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 18, 2024
Jun 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
“Of the 8 children's records evaluated, one was behind with immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 18, 2023
Show 8 earlier visits
Jan 27, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2022 Survey data from January 26, 2023, revealed that the center has not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2022 by January 15, 2022, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2023
- Oct 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 30, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 15, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“Children were not being properly supervised. 1. A caregiver responsible for supervising children had to leave the classroom to open the front door. 2. A 5 yr old child was left alone in a classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2022
746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
“There was not an additional caregiver present during nap time. The two caregivers that were present were supervising children during nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2022
May 27, 2022Inspection17 rules cited
746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required
“The director did not complete 30 clock hours of annual training for the June 2020-June 2021 training year.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2022
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“Of the six personnel records evaluated, three lacked documentation of how they meet the education requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2022
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Cleaning supplies such as cans of Lysol and containers of disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
“A list of current employees is not posted.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2022
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Of the eight children's records evaluated, four lacked the address for the emergency contact. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit
“Of the six personnel records evaluated, two lacked a notarized affidavit.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2022
746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release Information
“Of the eight children's records evaluated, one lacked the phone number for a person that can pick up the child. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities
“Children are not going outside twice a day weather permitting. Infants are required to go outside at least once a day as well.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2022
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Four staff did not complete the 24 clock hours of annual training as required for their respective training year.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2022
746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training
“Of the eight personnel records evaluated, five did not complete 24 clock hours of pre-service training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2022
746.901(6)(A) - Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policies
“Of the six personnel records evaluated, all lacked documentation that a copy of the operational policies were received,”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2022
746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPR
“Staff do not have current CPR training. All staff completed CPR training on-line. CPR training can't be completed on-line, it must be an in-person training.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2022
746.2803(4)(D) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Brief Supervised Separation
“A caregiver is placing toddler age children in time out for 5 minutes. Time out is limited to one minute of the child's age.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2022
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The operational policies is lacking the following information: 1. Promotion of outdoor and physical activity 2. Staff vaccination policy”
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2022
746.901(1) - Required Personnel Records - Dates of Employment
“Of the six personnel records evalauted, all lacked a hire date.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2022
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The director and van driver are not current with their transportation safety training. This course must be completed annually.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2022
746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of Admission
“Of the eight children's records evaluated,, three lacked the admission date. This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 2, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022, revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2022
Dec 9, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“During the follow up inspection, there is still broken fences, and active ant beds.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
Nov 29, 2021Inspection11 rules cited
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“The outdoor play area is inhabitable. The grass is tall, there is trap filled with water, broken fences, and play equipment that is broken and rusted.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2021
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“There is no documentation showing the smoke detector had been tested,”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2021
746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of plan
“The alley that leads to the outdoor play area is not safe and there are many hazards that are exposed to the children. The alley is a long distance from the actual operation to the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2021
746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible For
“The caregiiver in the pre-k room did not know the ages of the children he was caring for and did not have a list of children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2021
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“Three infants were observed sleeping a crib with blankets covering them.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2021
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“Two infants were observed sleeping in a bouncer that was placed inside of a crib. The infants did not have a sleep exemption form. This was corrected when the infants were removed from the bouncer.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“A caregiver in the pre-k classroom was not present in the room while the children were taking a nap.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2021
746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors Monthly
“There is no documentation showing the carbon monoxide detector had been tested.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“The front area where the children are playing does not have a 4 feet gate surrounding it and is near a main street.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2021
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The last fire inspection was conducted on 3/6/2020 and has expired.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2021
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“Both classrooms did not have adequate lighting during naptime. I had to adjust my eyes as I walked through the room and could not see the children laying down. This was corrected when the lights were turned on.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Golden Star Learning Academy
Is Golden Star Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 18, 2021.
When was Golden Star Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Golden Star Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 8 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Golden Star Learning Academy care for?
80, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Golden Star Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Golden Star Learning Academy's hours?
Every day, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Golden Star Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 893-0101 to ask.
What is Golden Star Learning Academy's phone number?
(281) 893-0101.
Where is Golden Star Learning Academy?
12010 Bammel North Houston Rd, Houston, TX 77066. The nearest other daycare we list is Campus Kids @ Klenk Elementary School SAP, 0.4 miles away.