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Apple Bee Learning Center

7519 Rocio Dr, Laredo, TX 780413.9· 16 reviews
licensed capacity
90
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$126
year first permitted
2016

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About

About Apple Bee Learning Center

Apple Bee Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Laredo, Texas. The state has permitted it since June 21, 2016, for up to 90 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with preschool and summer camp.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageSummer campSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 12 month old children and up to first grade
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
90 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 12 month old children and up to first grade
ProgramsPreschool and summer camp
ApproachSTEM / STEAM
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity90 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Apple Bee Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Webb County has a median price of $126 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Webb County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$126
Home daycare$115

Toddler

Center$119
Home daycare$111

Preschool

Center$117
Home daycare$110

School age

Center$111
Home daycare$105

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Apple Bee Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
90 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2016
License number
#1628124
See the state's record

Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 10 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Safety and hazards 1

For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jul 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 2, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age

      “A 5 month old infant was observed to be in the same room as a two year old child.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2026

  3. Jun 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

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

      “A 5 month old infant was observed to be sleeping in a playpen with a blanket covering the waist and legs. Note: The blanket was removed immediately.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2026

  4. May 27, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2205(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates

      “The written activity plans for five classes did not have the group name and date.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “The toilets were observed to be dirty and in need of maintenance.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2026

  5. May 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Apr 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 16, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity

      “Based on the information obtained during the course of the investigation, a child walked out of the operation and was left unsupervised.”

      The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026

  8. Jul 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jun 26, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “The toilets in the purple, orange, and green rooms were observed to be dirty and in need of maintenance. The garbage cans in the restrooms were observed to not have a lid making the garbage accessible to children.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content

      “Three out of ten employee records evaluated did not have the following trainings: hazardous materials, allergic reactions, administering medication, emergency preparedness, building safety, and communicable diseases.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2025

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

      “One out of ten children records evaluated did not have an immunization record on file. Two out of ten children records evaluated did not have an updated immunization record on file.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2025

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing

      “A caregiver was observed to be supervising children alone without a pediatric first aid with rescue breathing training.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2025

  10. Jul 3, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “Ten employee files were reviewed. Six files were pending background check request letter. One file was pending the education requirement and picture ID.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2024

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification

      “Children's products certification form was not available for review.”

      The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2024

Show 12 earlier visits
  1. Jul 19, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current

      “Ten children's files were reviewed. Seven children's files were pending updated immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4901(b) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - height=depth

      “Use zone areas for climbing and bouncing equipment and slides do not have the required 6 feet of surfacing.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2023

  2. Jun 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 22, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  4. Jun 21, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  5. Apr 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Apr 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionHigh risk

      746.3317(7) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - No Foods That Present Choking Risk

      “Infants and toddlers were served mixed fruit, including whole grapes.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3415(9) - Employee Handwashing After Outdoor Activities

      “Observed infants and caregivers not wash their hands after outdoor play.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2023

  7. Apr 3, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  8. Feb 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jan 19, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3701(8) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children

      “There were three buckets of water in the hallway outside of the classrooms. Buckets were unattended. Note: Buckets were removed from hallway during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2023

  10. Jan 16, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  11. Sep 30, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Aug 10, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink

      “There is one sink in the infants' room. Sink is being used for purposes other than washing hands.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner

      “Three trash cans in restrooms used by children were observed to be uncovered. Garbage was accessible to children. Note: it was corrected during inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsLow risk

      746.1317(a) - Training Criteria - Provided By

      “Annual training was provided by Director. Operation received an administrative penalty within the last two years.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.611(b) - Health Statement on File within 1 Week of Admission

      “Ten children's records were evaluated during inspection. Seven records were missing the health statement.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessHigh risk

      746.613(a) - Required Immunizations

      “Ten children's files were reviewed. Four files were missing immunization records.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity

      “Operational polices did not include the following information: Promotion of indoor and outdoor activities; How the parent may access the minimum standards online; Instructions on how a parent may access the HHSC website; Center's emergency preparedness plan; and information on preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2205(a)(1) - Written Activity Plan - Group Name and Dates

      “Posted activity plans did not include the name of the class. It did not list specific daily activities. Outdoor activities were not listed.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

      “Ten employee files were reviewed. Seven files were missing the cpr/first aid certificates.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2022

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Apple Bee Learning Center

Is Apple Bee Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued June 21, 2016.

When was Apple Bee Learning Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Apple Bee Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 6 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 11 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Apple Bee Learning Center care for?

90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Apple Bee Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Apple Bee Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Apple Bee Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 791-2753 to ask.

What is Apple Bee Learning Center's phone number?

(956) 791-2753.

Where is Apple Bee Learning Center?

7519 Rocio Dr, Laredo, TX 78041. The nearest other daycare we list is Lollipop Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).