Shining Stars Academy

Licensed for 29 children from 5 years to 12 years.

1718 Seventh Avenue N., Bessemer, AL, 35020

Listing details last changed Oct 17, 2026

Shining Stars Academy is a childcare center in Bessemer, Alabama.

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Capacity

Ages

5 Years To 12 Years

Hours

06:30 AM - 06:00 PM

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License & details for Shining Stars Academy

Facility type: Day Care Center
License: Licensed Day Care Center
License status: licensed

How it compares in Bessemer

Shining Stars Academy beside the typical licensed center in Bessemer. Typical is the median; home-based programs are not counted.
Measure	This center	Typical in Bessemer
Licensed capacity	29 children	47 children
Youngest age served	5 years	1 month

Bessemer has 47 licensed centers.

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Paying for care in Alabama

Child Care Subsidy Program (opens in a new tab) is Alabama’s child care subsidy program. Agency: Alabama Department of Human Resources.

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Tour checklist for Shining Stars Academy

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How do you stay in touch with families during the day, and how will I hear if something goes wrong?

Questions parents ask about Shining Stars Academy

What ages does Shining Stars Academy serve?

Shining Stars Academy is licensed to care for children from 5 years to 12 years. The state record lists these age groups: 5 Years To 12 Years.

How many children is Shining Stars Academy licensed for?

The state record lists a capacity of 29 children. Capacity is the most the license allows, not how many children are enrolled today.

Is Shining Stars Academy licensed, and when was it last inspected?

The Alabama record lists Shining Stars Academy's license status as licensed. The state's own reports have the details.

Where this information comes from

Licensing details on this page come from public records kept by Alabama Department of Human Resources, Child Care Services Division (opens in a new tab)

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Data updated Oct 17, 2026 · Source: Alabama Department of Human Resources, Child Care Services Division public records · Check this license on Day Care Directory (Alabama) (opens in a new tab) · How we compile this →