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Houston, TX 77071 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5.0· 7 reviews
Busy Bee Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 102
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2010
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About
About Busy Bee Learning Academy
Busy Bee Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 20, 2010, for up to 102 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 23 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 8 PM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 102 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 102 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Busy Bee Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $185 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.
Infant
Center$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for Busy Bee Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 102 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2010
- License number
- #1115166
Summary
23 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 15, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 10 of 23 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Safety and hazards 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Background checks 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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Jun 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2409(a)(3) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Waterproof, Washable Mattress
“Infant room matress was observed to be torn and not maintained as a waterproff surface.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
- Jun 12, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Apr 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“There were three out of ten children records observed with no food allergy emergency plan available for review.”
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
- Mar 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 25, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Mold was observed under the cabinet in the infant classroom This was corrected during the inspection when I observed the owner and staff member remove the mold and sanitize the area.”
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 3, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Aug 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 20 earlier visits
Jun 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“School age children were watching a movie during nap time.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2025
- Feb 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“A child was grabbed by the arm by a caregiver during the inspection when moving them to another classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2025
746.2805(5) - Prohibited Punishments - Humiliating, Rejecting, Yelling
“Caregivers were heard yelling at children during naptime to lay down and get on their nap mats.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2025
Jan 30, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.603(a)(7) - Children's Records - Incident/Illness Form
“An incident report was not completed for a child who was scratched while in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 31, 2025
- Jan 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jan 2, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“A caregiver with a provisional background check was observed alone with 5 children in the infant room. Note: Another caregiver came into the room during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2025
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Infants were engaged in screen time during the follow up inspection. Note: The provider turned the screen off during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“An infants was observed sitting in a high chair and the safety straps were not fastened. Note: The provider corrected this during the inspection by securing the safety straps.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 19, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“An infant was observed sleeping with a pacifier that had an attachment during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2025
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver stated they had 19 children in the classroom when there were only 18 children accounted for.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2025
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Infants were observed engaging in screen time on a cell phone during the inspection. Note: Caregiver turned the screen off during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Dec 10, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(2) - Prohibited Punishments - Associated with Food, Naps, or Toilet Training
“Based on the information obtained, there was sufficient evidence to show children are not given snacks due to their behavior in the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2025
- Aug 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 26, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“A total of 24 children were observed in the school-age classroom, 5-11 years of age. A total of 6 children were 5 years of age, and 5 children present were 9 years of age. A total of 4 children were 6 years of age. A total of 3 children were 7 years of age. A total of 4 children were 8 years of age. One child was 10 years of age, and one child 11 years of age.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 20, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jun 6, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“During the inspection, the inspector noticed a fire extinguisher in one of the vans used to transport the children but it was discharged. Corrected at inspection when the director placed another fire extinguisher on the vehicle.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“The inspector observed a tear in the diaper changing mat that was being used in the infant classroom. This would prevent it from being non-absorbent. Picture was taken.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2023
- Mar 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 21, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Jul 20, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3407(8) - Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner
“There were multiple dead roaches in the toddler bathroom that had not been disposed of. Note: The provider disposed of the dead roaches during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“An infant was sleeping an a swing with the safety straps secured in the infant room during the inspection. Note: Discussed the risk of infants sleeping in restrictive devices and the caregivers moved the infant to their crib.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2022
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“The emergency preparedness plan does not address how children will be accounted for during an evacuation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2022
Mar 14, 2022Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2021 data from February 23, 2022 revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2021 by February 22, 2022 as required. NOTE: The operation reported the number of employees who left in 2021 on 3/1/2022 after the deadline.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Busy Bee Learning Academy
Is Busy Bee Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 20, 2010.
When was Busy Bee Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on June 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 23 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Busy Bee Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 10 of 23 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Busy Bee Learning Academy care for?
102, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Busy Bee Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Busy Bee Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Busy Bee Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 723-0023 to ask.
What is Busy Bee Learning Academy's phone number?
(713) 723-0023.
Where is Busy Bee Learning Academy?
12250 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX 77035. The nearest other daycare we list is The Champions Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.