Epifania Molina
Houston, TX 77074 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Shining Stars Academy
- licensed capacity
- 148
- open each week
- 6 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About
About Shining Stars Academy
Shining Stars Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 21, 2022, for up to 148 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and infant care.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens before 7 AMOpen until 8 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
- 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 148 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Abeka |
| Enrichment | Weekly “Stretch and Grow” classes |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Maximum child to educator ratio 4:1 (infant program) |
| Daily life | Parents pack food. Extended care: Saturdays from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 1984 |
| Licensed capacity | 148 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Shining Stars 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 Shining Stars Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 148 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1727517
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 2, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Food and nutrition 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Transportation 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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Mar 2, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.3405 - Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection
“All required corrections have not been made to the most recent sanitation inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2026
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“Expired medication was observed during today's inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2026
746.2409(a)(1) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib
“During today's inspection I observed foam pads underneath mattresses in the infant room. Note: This was corrected during inspection when the director removed the foam pads.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 25, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Mar 6, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“The safety alarm installed in the van used for transporting children was not working.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2025
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“The food allergy emergency plan reviewed for one child enrolled was missing the physician signature.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2025
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“An updated immunization record is needed for one child enrolled.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2025
Mar 14, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.1329(b)(3) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Title
“1 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain the required documentation in the following topics: - Handling, Storing and Disposing of Hazardous Materials - Emergency Preparedness”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2024
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“Documentation showing the monthly testing of the smoke and carbon monoxide detector was missing dates and was left blank. Note: The director documented the testing dates for each detector during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.623(1)(A) - Immunizations-Immunization record must include the child's name and birth date
“The immunization record for 1 out of 4 children's files evaluated did not contain the date of birth.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2024
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Observed a feeding sheet in the infant room that has not been signed since February 9th, 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2024
Mar 28, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“One infant did not have an updated feeding sheet. It was last updated on February 13, 2023. Note: The parent signed the feeding sheet during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4907(a)(2) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Nine Inches if Equipment Greater Than 5 Ft.
“The mulch in the outdoor play area was measured and does not contain the required 9 inches of mulch. An addition 2 inches is required.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2023
745.651(2)(A) - Background Check Validation ? Every 3 months each operation, other than a licensed, registered, or listed home, must validate current list
“The employee list was last validated 8/25/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2023
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“1 out of 10 children's records did not contain updated immunizations.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2023
746.2505(1) - Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Age-appropriate
“A toddler was observed sleeping in a high chair during the inspection. Note: Note the provider removed the child during the inspection and put them on a nap mat.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5205(4) - Documentation of Drills
“The fire drill for February 2023 was not documented. Note: This was corrected during the inspection when the director documented the fire drill that was done.”
Corrected during the visit
Sep 23, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“In the infant classroom, the diaper changing mat was torn. Note: Corrected when the torn mat was replaced.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“During the inspection, the director did not have documentation showing the written and hands on portion of the CPR certification were completed.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2022
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“The operation's fire inspection is not current as it expired on 8/16/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2022
- Jun 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 21, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Show 9 earlier visits
Mar 1, 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 Mar 7, 2022
- Feb 25, 2022VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 22, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 22, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2021VisitNo rules cited
- Nov 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 3, 2021VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Shining Stars Academy
Is Shining Stars Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 21, 2022.
When was Shining Stars Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 2, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Shining Stars Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Shining Stars Academy care for?
148, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Shining Stars Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Shining Stars Academy's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Shining Stars Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 995-4411 to ask.
What is Shining Stars Academy's phone number?
(713) 995-4411.
Where is Shining Stars Academy?
7711 Beechnut St, Houston, TX 77074. The nearest other daycare we list is Epifania Molina, 0.5 miles away.