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1210 Evans St, Bonham, TX
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Morning Star Academy
- licensed capacity
- 238
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $138
- year first permitted
- 2014
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About
About Morning Star Academy
Morning Star Academy is a licensed child care center in Bonham, Texas. The state has permitted it since February 18, 2014, for up to 238 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, part-time care, pre-k and summer camp.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 238 children
Hours
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
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infant through 5th Grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, part-time care, pre-k and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian) |
| Daily life | Extended care: Extended care hours |
| Assistance it accepts | Child Care Subsidy (CCS) |
| Licensed capacity | 238 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Morning Star Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Fannin County has a median price of $138 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$138
Home daycare$125
Toddler
Center$130
Home daycare$120
Preschool
Center$127
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$120
Home daycare$113
State record
Inspection reports for Morning Star Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 238 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2014
- License number
- #1521952
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 13, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safety and hazards 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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Feb 13, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“A sampling of children records were evaluated. Three children records lacked emergency care transportation. Two children's records lacked documetation of field trip permission. Two children records lacked emergency care authorization. Provided a list of the children and their missing information to the directors at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2026
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“Safety documentation for emergency drills, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors was not available for review at inspection. These are kept on file electronically and the computer was down.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2026
746.501(a)(20) - Written Operational Policies - Parent Rights
“The operational policies were evaluated. The policies lacked the Parents Rights.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2026
- Apr 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Morning Star Academy
Is Morning Star Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued February 18, 2014.
When was Morning Star Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on February 13, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Morning Star Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Morning Star Academy care for?
238, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Morning Star Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Morning Star Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Morning Star Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 583-5974 to ask.
What is Morning Star Academy's phone number?
(903) 583-5974.
Where is Morning Star Academy?
1510 W FM 898, Bonham, TX 75418. The nearest other daycare we list is Milo and MJs Activity Center, 2 miles away.