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Shine Bright Christian Academy
- licensed capacity
- 76
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
- year first permitted
- 2026
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About Shine Bright Christian Academy
Shine Bright Christian Academy is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Texas. The state has permitted it since September 15, 2026, for up to 76 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 76 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 76 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Shine Bright Christian Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Tarrant County has a median price of $199 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$199
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$185
Home daycare$168
Preschool
Center$180
Home daycare$166
School age
Center$169
Home daycare$157
State record
Inspection reports for Shine Bright Christian Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 76 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2026
- License number
- #1824636
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Sep 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“The operation had loose fill in the amount of 3 inches on the playground when six is required.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2026
Jan 16, 2026Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation did not report the number of staff who ceased employment with them for 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2026
- Dec 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 13, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
746.4301(a) - Outdoor Space Requirements - 80 Sq. Feet Per Child
“During the application inspection, the facility does not have infant/toddler outdoor playground.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
“In the 2-5-year-old outdoor playground, some areas only have 2 inches of loose fill.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules
“During the application inspection, the infant cribs were recalled. The facility will need to replace them with new cribs or playpens.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
746.2206(3)(A) - Written Activity Plan - Child-Initiated - Equipment/Materials In Reach
“During the application inspection, the facility does not have educational materials for children, such as arts supplies, books, and other activity materials in each classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
“During the application inspection, a water fountain is running near the front entrance.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The facility did not have the fire inspection before today's application inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Shine Bright Christian Academy
Is Shine Bright Christian Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued September 15, 2026.
When was Shine Bright Christian Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Shine Bright Christian Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 6 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 Shine Bright Christian Academy care for?
76, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Shine Bright Christian Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Shine Bright Christian Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Shine Bright Christian Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (817) 435-1279 to ask.
What is Shine Bright Christian Academy's phone number?
(817) 435-1279.
Where is Shine Bright Christian Academy?
4201 Little Rd, Arlington, TX 76016. The nearest other daycare we list is Marion Childcare University, 0.2 miles away.