Sonshine Ministries

Hours

Ages, programs and features

Ages served

• Infants
• Toddlers
• Preschool
• School age

Programs and features on the state record

• Licensed for 204 children
• Does not accept child care assistance
• School-age care
• Before-school care
• Meals provided
• After-school care
• Snacks provided
• Drop-in care
• Transportation to and from school
• Field trips

Location and nearby daycares

Licensing and inspection record

Published by Texas Health and Human Services, as of Aug 16, 2026. Shown as the state records it.

Permit

On the state’s list of current permits, Aug 16, 2026

Operation number

825846

Permit type

Licensed center

Licensed since

April 2004

Adverse action on record

No

Conditions on permit

No

Corrective action

No

Inspection history

21 inspections on record, most recent Jun 24, 2026. 16 of 32 visits and reports cited a standard. 11 self-reported incidents, listed separately below.

• Jun 24, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
• Jun 12, 2026Self-reported incidentNo standards cited
• Apr 14, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
• Mar 19, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
• Mar 9, 2026Inspection1 standard cited

  • 746.2427Texas HHSC risk level: High

    AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant

    During the inspection an infant who could not roll over independently was observed in the crib face down.

    Corrected Mar 9, 2026 · Technical assistance given

• Mar 5, 2026Self-reported incident3 standards cited

  • 746.305(a)(6)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

    The operation failed to report the incident to CCR within the required timeframe.

    Corrected Apr 1, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.307(b)(4)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Parental Communication - Situation that Placed a Child at Risk

    The operation failed to notify the parent immediately of a non-routine situation that may have placed a child at risk for injury or harm.

    Corrected Apr 1, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.1205(a)(4)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity

    This was determined to be deficient due to a toddler being left alone and unsupervised in a classroom.

    Corrected Apr 1, 2026 · Technical assistance given

• Feb 23, 2026Inspection7 standards cited

  • 746.605(12)(C)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Required Admission Information - Prescribed Medications; Long Term Use

    During the inspection the operation did not have a medication listed on a Food Emergency Plan.

    Corrected Mar 13, 2026

  • 746.1315(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR

    During the inspection three out of ten staff evaluated did not have current CPR training.

    Corrected Mar 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.901(11)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

    Required Personnel Records- signed dated statement that employee attended abuse/neglect training

    During the inspection three out of ten staff did not have documentation they received an orientation.

    Corrected Mar 13, 2026

  • 746.2911Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Adequate Lighting During Naptime

    During the walk through a classroom was observed with inadequate lighting to be able to properly supervise the children while sleeping. This was corrected during the inspection when staff turned on classroom lighting.

    Corrected Feb 23, 2026, at the inspection · Technical assistance given

  • 746.3701Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

    During the inspection there was a tall bookshelf in a classroom that wobbled when touched and was not anchored. This was corrected at inspection when the operation removed the shelf from the classroom during the inspection.

    Corrected Feb 23, 2026, at the inspection

  • 746.1315(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

    During the inspection two out of ten staff evaluated did not have current First Aid.

    Corrected Mar 13, 2026

  • 746.613(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

    Four out of ten children's records reviewed did not have current immunization records on file.

    Corrected Mar 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

• Dec 22, 2025InspectionNo standards cited
• Dec 19, 2025Inspection5 standards cited

  • 746.1205(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for

    Sole caregiver in two year old classroom reported having 11 children. Caregiver was present with 13 children.

    Corrected Dec 19, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.2911Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Adequate Lighting During Naptime

    Three out of thirteen rooms were observed without adequate lighting during nap time at time of inspection.

    Corrected Dec 19, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.201(9)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Complying with Laws and Rules

    During an inspection operation was observed not following a safety plan implemented by CCR and DFPS.

    Corrected Dec 22, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.2417(2)(B)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes

    Two infants were observed at time of inspection for over 15 minutes in restrictive devices.

    Corrected Dec 19, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.1601Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

    Sole caregiver was observed with eight infants with a specified age of 17 months. Corrected when a second caregiver was added to the classroom.

    Corrected Dec 19, 2025 · Technical assistance given

• Dec 9, 2025Inspection1 standard cited

  • 746.1205(a)(4)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity

    Sole caregiver for seven toddler children was observed sleeping during nap time.

    Corrected Dec 9, 2025 · Technical assistance given

• Nov 25, 2025Inspection1 standard cited

  • 746.2409(a)(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib

    During an investigation inspection it was determined cribs in the infant classroom with children under 9 months old are stacking mattresses for use of sleep.

    Corrected Nov 25, 2025 · Technical assistance given

• Nov 25, 2025Self-reported incident8 standards cited

  • 746.1003(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

    During an investigation it was determined director was not ensuring overall operation compliance.

    Corrected Feb 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.1205(a)(4)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Supervision ensures each child?s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child?s on going activity

    During a DFPS investigation it was determined a child was left unsupervised outside for 10 minutes.

    Corrected Feb 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.4751(c)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

    During an investigation it was determined a tricycle without protective handlebar covers was accessible to children. Equipment was observed in active play area with children on video.

    Corrected Feb 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.3417(4)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Children Handwashing After Outdoor Activities

    During a investigation it was determined a classroom of children did not wash their hands after outdoor activities.

    Corrected Feb 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.4313(2)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Additional Requirements For Outdoor Activity Space Not Connected To Center - Written Plan for Supervision

    This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient as operation did not have a written plan for supervision for active play area not connected to center.

    Corrected Feb 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.1203(3)(D)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games

    During an investigation it was determined caregivers were on personal cell phones while supervising children.

    Corrected Feb 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.2911Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Adequate Lighting During Naptime

    During a DFPS investigation it was determined the lighting in a nap room was not adequate at the time a child was left unsupervised.

    Corrected Feb 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.1201(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

    This standard was evaluated as part of an investigation and found to be deficient when two caregivers failed to conduct name to face checks during a transition resulting in a child being left unattended outside for ten minutes.

    Corrected Feb 13, 2026 · Technical assistance given

• Nov 24, 2025Self-reported incident5 standards cited

  • 746.1201(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

    It was determined during an investigation caregiver did not use good judgment when pushing a child's head when walking past the child.

    Corrected Dec 18, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.1003(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

    During an investigation it was determined the director is not ensuring that caregivers are conducting duties as stated under minimum standards, such as safe sleep and supervision.

    Corrected Dec 18, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.2425Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

    Crib Activities

    During an investigation an infant was observed in a crib awake for over 30 minutes while caregiver was rocking the crib. Caregiver was not observed picking child up during this time.

    Corrected Dec 18, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.305(a)(6)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Report Situation Placing Children at Risk

    During an investigation it was determined the director did not report to licensing when an allegation of inappropriate discipline was brought to their attention.

    Corrected Dec 18, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.2805(6)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Prohibited Punishments - Using Harsh, Abusive or Profane Language

    During an investigation it was determined caregiver used harsh language multiple times with children and used profane language in the classroom.

    Corrected Dec 18, 2025 · Technical assistance given

• Nov 21, 2025Self-reported incidentNo standards cited

Cited standards by risk level

• Source: Texas HHSC, as of Aug 16, 2026
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