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Katy, TX 77449 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kinder Shine Academy
- licensed capacity
- 83
- open each week
- 6 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2015
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About
About Kinder Shine Academy
Kinder Shine Academy is a licensed child care center in Katy, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 4, 2015, for up to 83 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens before 7 AMOpen until 9 PM
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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 83 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infant Toddler Preschool School Age |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 83 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kinder Shine 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 Kinder Shine Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 83 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2015
- License number
- #1564246
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 13 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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- Sep 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 11, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based on the information obtained by DFPS, there is sufficient evidence to substantiate that a caregiver pinched children as a form of discipline.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2026
746.305(a)(6) - Report Situation Placing Children at Risk
“Based on the information obtained by DFPS, the operation was aware of an incident where a caregiver used inappropriate discipline, but a report was not made to Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2026
- May 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 6, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“There was a circular hole in the wall of the PreK classroom observed during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2026
- Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 9, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The fire marshal inspection expired in November 06, 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2026
746.1309(b) - Documented Annual Training - 6 Hours of annual training required
“Two caregivers were missing the training hours requirement in Guidance and discipline.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2026
Jan 7, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“Based on information obtained during the investigation, the caregiver pinched children while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2026
- Sep 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 11, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Show 6 earlier visits
- Oct 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 15, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Sep 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The fire marshall inspection expired on 01/17/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
- Oct 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 28, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kinder Shine Academy
Is Kinder Shine Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 4, 2015.
When was Kinder Shine Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kinder Shine Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 5 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Kinder Shine Academy care for?
83, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kinder Shine Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kinder Shine Academy's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kinder Shine Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (281) 858-1680 to ask.
What is Kinder Shine Academy's phone number?
(281) 858-1680.
Where is Kinder Shine Academy?
19214 Clay Rd, Katy, TX 77449. The nearest other daycare we list is Kidz World Playcenter, 0.4 miles away.