Hillcrest Junior High After School
178 E 5300 S, Murray, UT
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Luna Academy Preschool and Childcare is a licensed child care center in Murray, Utah. The state has licensed it since December 27, 2021, for up to 41 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with after-school care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $680 to $1,478.
Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Ages 0 - 12 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Spanish (Luna, Spanish for moon, reflects the bi-lingual nature of the program)) |
| Curriculum | Experience Early Learning Curriculum (formerly Mother Goose Time) |
| Enrichment | Themed-days, water days, sports coaches (Soccer Shots), picture day, parties |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Parents pack food; Snacks provided |
| Assistance it accepts | Department of Workforce Services financial assistance (child must attend first for the state to pay) |
| Discounts | Preschool only: approximately half off daily rate |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| More | Founded January 2022 |
| Licensed capacity | 41 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Luna Academy Preschool and Childcare lists monthly tuition from $680 to $1,478.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 0-24 months, monthly flat (full-time) rate | $1,478 |
| 2 years, monthly flat (full-time) rate | $1,238 |
| 3 years, monthly flat (full-time) rate | $992 |
| 4 years, monthly flat (full-time) rate | $952 |
| 5 years, monthly flat (full-time) rate | $892 |
| 6+ years, monthly flat (full-time) rate | $680 |
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 0-24 months, daily (part-time) rate | $90 |
| 2 years, daily (part-time) rate | $87 |
| 3 years, daily (part-time) rate | $83 |
| 4 years, daily (part-time) rate | $80 |
| 5 years, daily (part-time) rate | $76 |
| 6+ years, daily (part-time) rate | $69 |
State record
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 11 visits · 2 rules in all · 1 corrected
For comparison: 38% of Utah daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.
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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R380-600-7(16)(a)-(d) Critical incidents reporting requirements
“The Licensee was out of compliance with R380-600-7(16)(a) by not reporting a critical incident to the Office within one business day. During review of critical incidents it was identified that the incident occurred on 04/03/2025 and was not reported until 04/09/2025.”
R381-100-11(1)(a)-(f) Provide and maintain active supervision
“The provider was out of compliance with this rule by having children who were not actively supervised. In the Saturn room, the caregiver stated they had 8 children and there were 9 children in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 4, 2024
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FAQ
Yes. Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed December 27, 2021.
Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 1 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 38% of Utah daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
41, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Monthly tuition from $680 to $1,478, as it lists it.
(801) 835-4681.
4716 S 200 W, Murray, UT 84107. The nearest other daycare we list is Allen's Preschool, under 0.1 miles away.