Shining Stars Academy

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Shining Stars Academy 2014-2017 KSL Childcare Business of the Year
2019, 2020, 2021 Best of Holladay: Best Children's Focus We will learn phonics, early reading skills.

alphabet mastery, early math skills, writing skills, music, art, cooperation, social interaction, cultural awareness, phonological awareness, science, and more - in a structured learning environment. Last year we were excited to launch our early reading program. Every child entering Kindergarten has developed reading skills throughout the year and will be able to read from simple words to simple sentences and short age-appropriate books depending on skill level. Our exciting hands-on program includes field trips, in-house field trips, cooking/food experiences, periodic performances, games, and activities to reinforce our themes. Shining Stars Academy is licensed with the City of Holladay. Miss Sam is CPR and First Aid Certified as well as Food Handler's Certified with Salt Lake County.

It is with a heavy but GRATEFUL heart that I announce the closing of Shining Stars Academy Preschool. It has been an AWE...
08/02/2026

It is with a heavy but GRATEFUL heart that I announce the closing of Shining Stars Academy Preschool. It has been an AWESOME run in every sense of the word. I will post again before the last day, but wanted to announce that we will be having a HUGE SCHOOL CLOSING SALE this week and next week (or until everything is gone). Come by and take home a piece of the memories.

There will be free items out front as well as items to purchase inside. We will have Toys, Books, Office Supplies, School Decor, Furniture, Cupboards, Classroom Decor, STEAM Games, and Supplies, Whiteboards, Gross Motor Activities and MORE. New items will be added each day.

Over $6,500 in discounted inventory. Cash or Venmo only.

All alumni can take home a shell from our shell sculpture to remember the joy!

Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Miss Sam will be there Tuesday through Thursday and Friday morning this week and Monday through Thursday the week of the 10th (or until everything is gone).

If you want to come outside of these hours, message me!

Please share this with everyone you know!

Come join us for our 10TH ANNUAL Cans for Cocoa to benefit the Utah Food Bank. Bring a canned food item and get a free ...
11/15/2025

Come join us for our 10TH ANNUAL Cans for Cocoa to benefit the Utah Food Bank. Bring a canned food item and get a free cup of hot cocoa!!! It's a great way to spend your Saturday morning!!!

I have AWESOME NEWS!!!! I just found out that our school, Shining Stars Academy, has been nominated for the Best of Hol...
10/31/2025

I have AWESOME NEWS!!!! I just found out that our school, Shining Stars Academy, has been nominated for the Best of Holladay 2025 Heart of the Community Award.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025bestofholladay

This is a HUGE DEAL - and a HUGE Honor - even to be nominated!

The only tricky part is that there is only one day left to vote because voting ends November 1!!!!!

This would be such an amazing honor and I would REALLY appreciate any votes we can get.
ANYONE CAN VOTE - so pass along the word to friends and family. It only takes about a minute. Just click on the following link and go to the Heart of the Community Award line. Then type Shining Stars Academy Preschool into the last line.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2025bestofholladay

Even if we don't win because of the crazy timing, it is a huge honor to be nominated.

Thank you so much for your support!

So EXCITED that my school has been nominated for Best of SLC 2024: Best Childcare!!!! We are honored to be in the TOP 10...
04/19/2024

So EXCITED that my school has been nominated for Best of SLC 2024: Best Childcare!!!! We are honored to be in the TOP 10!. It has been an amazing 16 years and I'm so thankful for every human that has helped build this beautiful community and for those who have been by my side for the crazy amazing ride!

There is only 1 week left to vote! Please vote for our school.

Just click on the link, type Childcare, and vote for Shining Stars Academy.

https://app.bestofslc.com/vote/choosegroup

Our school has been nominated for Best of SLC: Best Childcare. We made it past the Nomination stage and are in the Top ...
04/05/2023

Our school has been nominated for Best of SLC: Best Childcare. We made it past the Nomination stage and are in the Top 10!!!

This is a pretty big deal as the contest covers the entire northern half of the state. We are up against some pretty big schools so it's SUPER EXCITING (and very humbling)!!!

To vote, click on the following link:

https://app.bestofslc.com/vote/choosegroup

Then type in Child Care and click on Shining Stars Academy. It only takes a minute and you can vote once per email address/phone number.

Thanks so much!!!

So EXCITED to announce that our school has been nominated for Best of Salt Lake City!!! This is such a big deal and is S...
04/04/2022

So EXCITED to announce that our school has been nominated for Best of Salt Lake City!!! This is such a big deal and is SO AWESOME!!! Voting is only open until this Wednesday. If you live in SLC or the surrounding areas (Privo-ish to Logan), please vote!

Just click on the link:

https://app.bestofslc.com/vote?ref=undefined

Then type in Child Care and click on Shining Stars Academy. It only takes a minute and you can vote once per email address/phone number.

Thanks so much!!!

07/14/2021

Shining Stars Academy Preschool is a high-achieving Preschool looking for an energetic, upbeat Preschool Teacher. We are located in Holladay and have been in business for 14 years.

As a Preschool Teacher, your role is teach the prepared Subject Lesson and direct various activities such as Science, Crafts, Games, and fine motor activities. At the end of the day, you will help clean and prepare the classroom for the next day.

This job is full of fun, excitement, and constant entertainment. You will have the opportunity to influence and help develop young minds.

Competitive pay and room for growth in the company.

We are looking for a morning teacher for the 2021-2022 school year. The school year begins September 7, 2021 and ends May 18, 2022. Training will be held mid-August.

Morning Assistant Hours are from 9:15am to 12:30pm Monday-Thursday and 9:15am-1:00pm Friday.

Must love children and must be willing to support and follow our curriculum. Must be a quick learner and able to read and follow written and prepared instructions. 1-2 years experience with young children required. 18+. Must be able to pass a background screening. Must be Infant/ Child CPR and First Aid Certified as well as carry a current Food Handlers Certificate. If not currently certified, please be prepared to obtain certification before school starts.

If our school sounds like a good fit, please call to participate in a brief telephone interview. Call 801-784-0601 and ask for Sam.

Serious Applicants only.

Additional Information:

Shining Stars Academy has been the recipient of multiple community awards including KSL Childcare Business of the Year 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017; Best of Holladay: Best Children's Focused Business 2019, 2020; Best of SLC: Best Childcare 2021

07/14/2021

Shining Stars Academy Preschool is a high-achieving Preschool looking for an energetic, upbeat Assistant Teacher. We are located in Holladay and have been in business for 12 years.

As an Assistant Teacher, your role is to support the lead teacher by directing children in various activities such as Interactive Playtime and Snack Time, as well as directing art projects and games. In addition, you will be responsible for small-group activities and one-on-one focused teaching during Interactive Playtime.

This job is full of fun, excitement, and constant entertainment. You will have the opportunity to influence and help develop young minds.

Competitive pay and room for growth in the company.

Looking for a Morning Assistant. Training begins around August 15, 2020 and the school year ends May 20, 2021.

Morning Assistant Hours are from 8:45am to 12:05pm Monday-Thursday and 8:45am-12:30pm Friday.

Must love children and be willing to support and follow our curriculum. Experience with young children required. 18+ unless working toward a degree in Elementary Education. Must be able to pass a background screening.

If our school sounds like a good fit, please be willing to participate in a brief telephone interview. Call 801-784-0601 and ask for Sam.

Serious Applicants only.

05/13/2021

LAST DAY TO VOTE!!!!
Today is the last day to vote for our school for the BEST OF SLC! If you haven't already voted, VOTE TONIGHT! Just click on the link and vote for Shining Stars Academy! Thanks everyone for the AWESOME difference you make in my life!!

Address

6339 South Highland Drive
Holladay, UT
84121

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3:15pm
Tuesday 9am - 3:15pm
Wednesday 9am - 3:15pm
Thursday 9am - 3:15pm
Friday 9am - 3:15pm

Telephone

+18017840601

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