Shining Stars Academy Limited

Shining Stars Academy operates two distinct childcare provisions in Athy, Co. Kildare. The full‑daycare service is based in Coneyboro and welcomes children from the age of one year onward, operating from 08:00 am to 06:00 pm. The after‑school service is situated on Church Road and provides a safe, supervised environment for school‑age children, offering convenient drop‑off and pick‑up arrangements aligned with local school timetables. The centre adopts a play‑based, child‑centred curriculum that balances child‑led exploration with adult‑guided activities. Emphasis is placed on fostering intellectual, creative, social, emotional and physical development through hands‑on experiences that progress to more abstract learning. The environment is described as stable, safe, healthy and culturally relevant, supporting positive relationships and respectful interaction. In addition to its core services, Shining Stars Academy participates in the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Scheme, providing two free years of early education for eligible children, and the National Childcare Scheme, which offers financial support to families.