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21955 Westheimer Pkwy, Katy, TX
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Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy
- licensed capacity
- 141
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2025
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About
About Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy
Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy is a licensed child care center in Katy, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 4, 2025, for up to 141 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 4 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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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 141 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 141 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Fort Bend 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 Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 141 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2025
- License number
- #1814864
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 20 rules in all · 20 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Jun 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 29, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“A caregiver was observed leaving 3 children unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Children under the age of 2 years old were observed using screentime.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A subject was observed in the operation with direct access to children without an eligible background check. The subject was observed supervising 7 children.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
Oct 24, 2025Visit3 rules cited
746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
“2 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain photo identification.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2025
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“3 out of 4 caregivers do not have current CPR/First aid certification.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2025
746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
“The emergency preparedness plan was unavailable for review upon request.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 2025
- Oct 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 2, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release Information
“3 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain release information.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“1 out of 5 children's files evaluated did not contain authorization for emergency medical attention.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“3 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain an emergecy contact.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“3 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain proof of education.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“A fire drill has not been conducted.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2025
746.605(10) - Required Admission Information - Physician Information
“3 out of5 children's records evaluated did not contain the physican's information or an emergency care facility.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“Proper lighting was not maintained during naptime.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“A caregiver was observed leaving 2 children unsupervised during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2025
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“3 out of 4 caregivers do not have current CPR/First aid certification.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
746.901(9) - Required Personnel Records - Photo Identification
“2 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain photo identification.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records - Proof of Request for background check
“2 out of 4 staff files evaluated did not contain proof of request for background check.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
“3 out of 5 children's records evaluated did not contain a special needs statement.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
746.501(a)(24) - Written Operational Policies - Emergency Preparedness Plans
“The emergency prepardness plan was unavailable for review upon request.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
Aug 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System
“Documentation showing children are signed into care was unavailable upon request.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2025
- Jun 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy
Is Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 4, 2025.
When was Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 4 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 20 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 Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy care for?
141, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (832) 557-4111 to ask.
What is Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy's phone number?
(832) 557-4111.
Where is Sparkling Minds Preschool Academy?
5131 S Fry Rd Ste 100, Katy, TX 77450. The nearest other daycare we list is British Private Prep School, 0.8 miles away.