Licensed Child Care Center · Houston, TX 77074
Between Nov 15, 2021 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited Shining Stars Academy for 20 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 12 routine inspections and 5 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 2 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.2421 (2 times, most recently Mar 14, 2024).
The state lists Shining Stars Academy as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 06:00 AM to 08:00 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat). Programs on file: School Age Care, Before School Care, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Drop-In Care, Part Time Care, Transportation to/from School, Weekend Care, Field Trips. Program type: Child Care Program.
Of the 20 violations at Shining Stars Academy, 2 fall under rules Texas weights High and 8 under Medium High; the state sets each rule’s weight by the risk a violation poses to children. How weights work
| Weight | Violations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| High | 2 | 10% |
| Medium High | 8 | 40% |
| Medium | 7 | 35% |
| Medium Low | 3 | 15% |
| Low | 0 | 0% |
Shining Stars Academy had 20 violations since Nov 15, 2021, a shorter record than most, more than the five-year median of 11 across Houston’s 923 licensed child care centers, and 1.6 per routine inspection against a median of 1.0 — a count of state records, not a rating.
1 rule was cited more than once at Shining Stars Academy since Nov 15, 2021.
| Rule | Times | What the rule covers |
|---|---|---|
| 746.2421 Medium | 2 | For an infant who is not yet eating table food, the center must get written feeding instructions signed and dated by a parent or health-care professional, and must follow them. The center must review and update the instructions with the parent every 30 days until the infant can eat table food. Official rule text Most recent: Mar 14, 2024 · first: Mar 28, 2023 |
| Year | Routine inspections | All state visits | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 (from Nov 15) | 3 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 7 | 4 |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 2025 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| 2026 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
17 visits on record since Nov 15, 2021, newest first, including visits that found nothing.
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 2026 | Inspection | 502 | 3 |
| Jul 29, 2025 | Inspection | — | None |
| Jul 25, 2025 | Investigation (report) | 2 | None |
| Mar 6, 2025 | Inspection | 769 | 3 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Inspection | 512 | 4 |
| Mar 28, 2023 | Inspection | 748 | 6 |
| Sep 23, 2022 | Inspection | 488 | 3 |
| Jun 22, 2022 | Inspection | — | None |
| Jun 21, 2022 | Investigation (report) | 2 | None |
| Mar 4, 2022 | Inspection | — | None |
| Mar 1, 2022 | Assessment | 1 | 1 |
| Feb 25, 2022 | Investigation (report) | 4 | None |
| Date | Type | Rules checked | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2022 | Inspection | 705 | None |
| Nov 22, 2021 | Inspection | 228 | None |
| Nov 22, 2021 | Inspection | — | None |
| Nov 18, 2021 | Investigation (report) | 2 | None |
| Nov 15, 2021 | Inspection | 319 | None |
Medium · Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
Expired medication was observed during today's inspection.
In plain English: The center must throw away medication or return it to the parent when the child leaves the center, when the medication is out of date, or when the child no longer needs it. Official rule text
Medium High · Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
All required corrections have not been made to the most recent sanitation inspection.
Official text of rule 746.3405
Medium High · Mar 2, 2026 · Inspection
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.
In plain English: Each crib must have a firm, flat mattress made for that crib model that fits snugly with no added padding, snug-fitting sheets, secure hardware, slats no more than 2 3/8 inches apart, documentation that it meets federal crib standards, and a label with the infant's name (or a number with an assignment map). Cribs must be sanitized before another infant uses them, and an infant may never be left in a crib with the drop gate down. Official rule text
High · Mar 6, 2025 · Inspection
The safety alarm installed in the van used for transporting children was not working.
In plain English: A vehicle that seats eight or more, is used to transport children, and was bought or leased on or after December 31, 2013, must have an electronic child alarm that is installed and maintained per the maker's instructions and used on every trip with children. Before turning off the alarm at the rear of the vehicle, the driver or a designated employee must account for every child and walk through the vehicle to check that no child is left inside. Official rule text
Medium High · Mar 6, 2025 · Inspection
The food allergy emergency plan reviewed for one child enrolled was missing the physician signature.
In plain English: For each child with a food allergy diagnosed by a health-care professional, the center must have a food allergy emergency plan signed and dated by the child's health-care professional and parent. A copy must be kept in the child's file. Official rule text
Medium High · Mar 6, 2025 · Inspection
An updated immunization record is needed for one child enrolled.
In plain English: Each child from birth through age 14 must meet and keep meeting the state health department's immunization requirements, and the center must keep current immunization records, including any exemptions or exceptions. Required immunizations must be complete by the admission date, unless an exemption is verified by then or a homeless or foster child is admitted provisionally for up to 30 days. Official rule text
Medium Low · Mar 14, 2024 · Inspection
The immunization record for 1 out of 4 children's files evaluated did not contain the date of birth.
Medium Low · Mar 14, 2024 · Inspection
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
In plain English: The center must keep the original certificate or letter for each employee's annual training in the employee's file, showing the person's name, the date, topic, trainer and trainer's qualifications, and length. Pediatric first aid and CPR certificates must also show an expiration or renewal date, and orientation and pre-service training need a signed, dated statement from the employee and the trainer or a certificate. Official rule text
Medium · Mar 14, 2024 · Inspection
Observed a feeding sheet in the infant room that has not been signed since February 9th, 2024.
Plain-English explanation above
Medium · Mar 14, 2024 · Inspection
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.
In plain English: The center must keep certain records ready for state review during operating hours, including children's records, staff and training records, the director's certificate, staff time sheets, proof of liability insurance (or written notice to parents that it has none), playground checklists, and records of emergency drills, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors. It must also keep its most recent fire, sanitation, and (if needed) gas inspection reports and its daily sign-in and sign-out system. Official rule text
Medium High · Mar 28, 2023 · Inspection
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.
In plain English: Toddler areas must have age-appropriate seats, tables, and nap equipment, enough popular toys that toddlers are not forced to compete for them, and low shelves or containers they can reach on their own. Bottles and training cups must be labeled or assigned to each toddler and cleaned and sanitized between uses, and toddlers may never sleep or walk around with them. Official rule text
Medium · Mar 28, 2023 · Inspection
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.
Plain-English explanation above
Medium High · Mar 28, 2023 · Inspection
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.
In plain English: Loose-fill surfacing under play equipment must be kept at least six inches deep when the highest play surface is five feet or lower, and at least nine inches deep when it is higher. It may not be laid over concrete or asphalt or used indoors, and equipment posts must be marked to show the required depth. Official rule text
Medium · Mar 28, 2023 · Inspection
1 out of 10 children's records did not contain updated immunizations.
In plain English: The center must keep a record for each enrolled child, including the enrollment agreement, admission information, a health statement from a health-care professional, and immunization records, plus items such as sign-in and sign-out records and medication records when they apply. These records must be kept at the center, available during operating hours, generally until three months after the child's last day. Official rule text
Medium · Mar 28, 2023 · Inspection
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.
In plain English: The center must hold a fire drill every month, and the children must be able to get out of the building within three minutes. It must also hold a severe-weather sheltering drill and a lock-down drill at least four times a year each, and record the date, time, and length of every drill. Official rule text
Medium · Mar 28, 2023 · Inspection
The employee list was last validated 8/25/2022.
In plain English: When a person with a background check stops being associated with the operation, the operation must mark them inactive within seven days. It must also confirm its current list of people with background checks every three months, or once a year for licensed and registered child-care homes and listed family homes. Official rule text
Medium High · Sep 23, 2022 · Inspection
During the inspection, the director did not have documentation showing the written and hands on portion of the CPR certification were completed.
In plain English: Each caregiver and the center director must hold a current certificate in pediatric first aid (including rescue breathing and choking) and in pediatric CPR. A new caregiver may work with children before getting the CPR certificate, but at least one employee or caregiver with a current pediatric CPR certificate must be on the premises whenever children are in care. Official rule text
High · Sep 23, 2022 · Inspection
The operation's fire inspection is not current as it expired on 8/16/2022.
In plain English: The center must have a fire inspection by a state or local fire marshal before its first permit is issued and at least once every 12 months. Centers in public school buildings run by the local school district are exempt, and if no inspection is available the center must get written proof of that from a fire marshal or county judge. Official rule text
Medium High · Sep 23, 2022 · Inspection
In the infant classroom, the diaper changing mat was torn. Note: Corrected when the torn mat was replaced.
In plain English: The center must have a smooth, non-absorbent, easy-to-clean diaper-changing surface and a hand-washing sink in the diapering area, and may not change diapers where children play or eat. When a child is on a raised changing surface, the caregiver must use a guard such as raised sides, keep a hand on the child, or stay facing the child within arm's reach. Official rule text
Medium Low · Mar 1, 2022 · Assessment
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.
In plain English: The center must tell the state in writing within five days when its designee, the head of its governing body, their address, or its director changes. Each year by January 15, it must report online how many employees stopped working there during the previous year. Official rule text
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Explanations follow the current rules (HHSC minimum standards, revised December 2025).