Golden Star Learning Academy

Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued May 18, 2021

State record presented as of November 5, 2026

Address: 12010 BAMMEL NORTH HOUSTON RD, HOUSTON, TX 77066 4791
Operation type: Licensed Center
Type of issuance: Full Permit
Permit issued: May 18, 2021
Operation number: 1704947
Licensed capacity: 80 children
Ages served: Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Schedule: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun · 06:30 AM-06:30 PM
Conditions on permit: NO

The record at a glance

Inspections on record	14
Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record	2
Assessments on record	2
Standards evaluated across those visits	3,014
Citations recorded	42
Record covers	November 29, 2021 – July 2, 2026

Citations by the state’s risk levels

High	12
Medium High	17
Medium	7
Medium Low	6

Visits and findings, newest first

InspectionJuly 2, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportJuly 1, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 8 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 25, 2026No citation recorded at this visit

ReportJune 22, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 6 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 18, 2026No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 8, 20263 citations recorded3 of 372 standards cited at this visit

746.3701(2) - Safety - 220-Volt Electrical Connections CoveredRisk level: Medium High

I observed a room with hanging cords from a fan that was mounted and a portable AC that was in reach of children in the class and could cause a hazardous environment.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and agesRisk level: Medium High

A caregiver did not know a child's age in the classroom during the inspection.

Correction verified by the state on June 18, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets CoveredRisk level: Medium High

I observed a room with missing electrical outlets not covered. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the director covered them with outlet covers.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionSeptember 5, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 9, 20251 citation recorded1 of 395 standards cited at this visit

746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High

The outside area had hanging tree branches on the pathway to the playground and the the wooden gate was broken.

Correction verified by the state on July 7, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionJune 26, 20244 citations recorded4 of 496 standards cited at this visit

746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs StatementRisk level: Medium High

Of the 8 children's records evaluated, all lacked the required special needs information.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

The center does not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was conducted in March 2023.

Correction verified by the state on July 22, 2024. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

HRC 42.04271 - Parent's RightsRisk level: Medium

Of the 8 children's records evaluated, all lacked signed documentation from the parents that showing they have received a copy of their rights.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2024.

746.1203(3)(D) - Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video gamesRisk level: Medium High

A caregiver was observed using their personnel electronic devices while supervising children during nap time. This was corrected at inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

InspectionJune 28, 20231 citation recorded1 of 376 standards cited at this visit

746.613(a) - Required ImmunizationsRisk level: High

Of the 8 children's records evaluated, one was behind with immunizations.

Correction verified by the state on July 18, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

AssessmentJanuary 27, 20231 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low

A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2022 Survey data from January 26, 2023, revealed that the center has not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2022 by January 15, 2022, as required.

Correction verified by the state on January 30, 2023.

InspectionOctober 18, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 152 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 30, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 4 standards cited at this visit

InspectionJune 15, 20222 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit

746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee RequiredRisk level: Medium High

There was not an additional caregiver present during nap time. The two caregivers that were present were supervising children during nap time.

Correction verified by the state on June 30, 2022.

746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of ChildrenRisk level: High

Children were not being properly supervised. 1. A caregiver responsible for supervising children had to leave the classroom to open the front door. 2. A 5 yr old child was left alone in a classroom.

Correction verified by the state on June 30, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

InspectionMay 27, 202217 citations recorded17 of 585 standards cited at this visit

746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

The director did not complete 30 clock hours of annual training for the June 2020-June 2021 training year.

Correction verified by the state on August 3, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to ChildrenRisk level: High

Cleaning supplies such as cans of Lysol and containers of disinfecting wipes were accessible to children in care. This was corrected at inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play OpportunitiesRisk level: Medium

Children are not going outside twice a day weather permitting. Infants are required to go outside at least once a day as well.

Correction verified by the state on June 30, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(4) - Required Personnel Records - Required AffidavitRisk level: Medium Low

Of the six personnel records evaluated, two lacked a notarized affidavit.

Correction verified by the state on June 24, 2022.

746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High

The operational policies is lacking the following information: 1. Promotion of outdoor and physical activity 2. Staff vaccination policy

Correction verified by the state on June 27, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.605(3) - Required Admission Information - Date of AdmissionRisk level: Medium Low

Of the eight children's records evaluated,, three lacked the admission date. This was corrected at inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours AnnuallyRisk level: Medium High

The director and van driver are not current with their transportation safety training. This course must be completed annually.

Correction verified by the state on June 15, 2022.

746.901(1) - Required Personnel Records - Dates of EmploymentRisk level: Medium Low

Of the six personnel records evalauted, all lacked a hire date.

Correction verified by the state on June 24, 2022.

746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets RequirementsRisk level: Medium

Of the six personnel records evaluated, three lacked documentation of how they meet the education requirements.

Correction verified by the state on July 26, 2022.

746.2803(4)(D) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Brief Supervised SeparationRisk level: Medium

A caregiver is placing toddler age children in time out for 5 minutes. Time out is limited to one minute of the child's age.

Correction verified by the state on June 30, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.401(9) - Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last nameRisk level: Medium Low

A list of current employees is not posted.

Correction verified by the state on June 24, 2022.

746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency ContactRisk level: Medium High

Of the eight children's records evaluated, four lacked the address for the emergency contact. This was corrected at inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1301(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and directors - Pediatric CPRRisk level: Medium High

Staff do not have current CPR training. All staff completed CPR training on-line. CPR training can't be completed on-line, it must be an in-person training.

Correction verified by the state on June 24, 2022.

746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service TrainingRisk level: Medium High

Of the eight personnel records evaluated, five did not complete 24 clock hours of pre-service training.

Correction verified by the state on June 27, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.901(6)(A) - Required Personnel Records-signed dated statement that employee received child care center's operational policiesRisk level: Medium

Of the six personnel records evaluated, all lacked documentation that a copy of the operational policies were received,

Correction verified by the state on June 27, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours RequiredRisk level: Medium

Four staff did not complete the 24 clock hours of annual training as required for their respective training year.

Correction verified by the state on August 3, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.605(7) - Required Admission Information - Release InformationRisk level: High

Of the eight children's records evaluated, one lacked the phone number for a person that can pick up the child. This was corrected at inspection.

Corrected at the time of inspection.

AssessmentMarch 2, 20221 citation recorded1 of 1 standards cited at this visit

746.303(b) - Report Number of EmployeesRisk level: Medium Low

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.

Correction verified by the state on April 8, 2022.

InspectionDecember 9, 20211 citation recorded1 of 8 standards cited at this visit

746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or RepairedRisk level: Medium High

During the follow up inspection, there is still broken fences, and active ant beds.

Correction verified by the state on December 29, 2021.

InspectionNovember 29, 202111 citations recorded11 of 605 standards cited at this visit

746.1203(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know Group Responsible ForRisk level: High

The caregiiver in the pre-k room did not know the ages of the children he was caring for and did not have a list of children.

Correction verified by the state on December 9, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5537(a)(2) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Check All Detectors MonthlyRisk level: Medium High

There is no documentation showing the carbon monoxide detector had been tested.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 MonthsRisk level: High

The last fire inspection was conducted on 3/6/2020 and has expired.

Correction verified by the state on December 9, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of ChildrenRisk level: High

A caregiver in the pre-k classroom was not present in the room while the children were taking a nap.

Correction verified by the state on December 9, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4305 - Fenced Outdoor Activity SpaceRisk level: Medium High

The front area where the children are playing does not have a 4 feet gate surrounding it and is near a main street.

Correction verified by the state on December 9, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or RepairedRisk level: Medium High

The outdoor play area is inhabitable. The grass is tall, there is trap filled with water, broken fences, and play equipment that is broken and rusted.

Correction verified by the state on December 9, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.4311 - Outdoor Activity Space Accessible By Safe Route or get required approval of planRisk level: Medium High

The alley that leads to the outdoor play area is not safe and there are many hazards that are exposed to the children. The alley is a long distance from the actual operation to the playground.

Correction verified by the state on December 9, 2021.

746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During NaptimeRisk level: Medium High

Both classrooms did not have adequate lighting during naptime. I had to adjust my eyes as I walked through the room and could not see the children laying down. This was corrected when the lights were turned on.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive DeviceRisk level: High

Two infants were observed sleeping in a bouncer that was placed inside of a crib. The infants did not have a sleep exemption form. This was corrected when the infants were removed from the bouncer.

Corrected at the time of inspection. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of AgeRisk level: High

Three infants were observed sleeping a crib with blankets covering them.

Correction verified by the state on December 9, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

746.5319 - Smoke Detectors TestingRisk level: High

There is no documentation showing the smoke detector had been tested,

Correction verified by the state on December 9, 2021. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.

This page presents the state’s record for this operation as of November 5, 2026; it is a dated presentation, not a live register. If something here does not match the operation’s current state record, file a correction report.