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Busy Bee Learning Center

1818 W Loop 374 Ste 5, Palmview, TX 78572
licensed capacity
51
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$144
year first permitted
2019

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About Busy Bee Learning Center

Busy Bee Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Palmview, Texas. The state has permitted it since April 26, 2019, for up to 51 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy

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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
51 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity51 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Busy Bee Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hidalgo County has a median price of $144 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

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Hidalgo County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$144
Home daycare$131

Toddler

Center$136
Home daycare$126

Preschool

Center$133
Home daycare$124

School age

Center$126
Home daycare$120

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 Busy Bee Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
51 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2019
License number
#1681326
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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. Aug 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.901(6) - Required Personnel Records -Training Hours

      “Certificates for health/safety trainings were not available for review for two out of four staff records reviewed.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.4135(a) - Children's Products- Review list and Remove unsafe products

      “The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recall list has not been reviewed. .”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025

  3. Sep 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.501(a)(26) - Written Operational Policies - Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect

      “The operational policies reviewed were missing the following information: Preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children, including: (A) Required annual training for employees; (B) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect; (C) Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect; (D) Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations; and (E) Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect;”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

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

      “The activity plan posted in the toddler room was not current. The date on the activity plan were 8/26 -30/2024. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection when a current activity plan was posted.”

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Nov 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 5, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1311(a) - Director Annual Training 30 Hours Required

      “The director was missing annual training on the following topics: (1) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (2) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); (3) Understanding early childhood brain development. (4) Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations; (5) Administering medication, if applicable, including compliance with 746.3803 of this chapter (relating to What authorization must I obtain before administering a medication to a child in my care?); and (6) Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction;”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based

      “Two caregivers obtained their CPR training online.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      “Several electrical outlets were observed in the pre-k room without a safety cover. One electrical outlet was observed in the toddler room without a safety cover. Television cords were observed hanging connected to an extension cord. This posed a safety hazard as the electrical outlets and television cords were within children's reach. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as safety covers were placed on the electrical outlets and the television cords were removed.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium risk

      746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer

      “An infant observed sitting at a kidney shaped table did not have the safety straps fastened.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5207(b) - Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room

      “An emergency evacuation and relocation diagram was not posted in the toddler room. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the diagram was posted near the entrance of the room.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating

      “Six school age children did not have their hands washed before eating their snack, after arriving to operation. NOTE: This was addressed with the caregiver during the inspection and children were directed to wash their hands.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

      “A caregiver was missing annual training for training year 3/26/2022-3/25/2023 on the following topics: (1) Recognizing and preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (2) Understanding and using safe sleep practices and preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS); and (3) Administering medication, if applicable, including compliance with 746.3803 of this chapter (relating to What authorization must I obtain before administering a medication to a child in my care?).”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “A hole was observed on a wall in the afterschool room. The hole measured 3 1/2 inches wide and 3 inches high and was accessible to children in care.”

      The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2023

  6. Nov 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Nov 10, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleepMedium risk

      746.2909(2) - Arrangement of Napping Equipment - Not Set Up During Other Activities

      “A pre-k child was observed napping on a floor mat in the carpet area during other activities.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

      “A child's admission form was missing the following information: A statement of the child s special care needs. This includes, but is not limited to, allergies, existing illness, previous serious illness and injuries, hospitalizations during the past 12 months, and any medications prescribed for continuous, long-term use; and A signed statement from the parent giving the name and address of a health-care professional who has examined the child within the past year stating that the child is able to participate in the program.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2022

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2426 - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device

      “An infant was observed sleeping on a floor bouncer for an undetermined amount of time.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2022

  8. Aug 15, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1301(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees and Caregivers - Pre-service Training

      “Two caregivers did not complete 24 clock hours of pre-service training in the specific required topics. A caregiver with a DOE 4/4/2022 was missing 4 clock hours of training and a caregiver with DOE 3/02/2022 was missing 7 clock hours of training.”

      The state verified the correction on Sep 13, 2022

  9. May 5, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Apr 13, 2022Inspection17 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained

      “2 of 6 children's files reviewed were missing the child's current immunization record. 3 of 6 children's records reviewed were missing the address, and telephone number of the child s physician or an emergency-care facility. A child's record reviewed was missing the parent's authorization to obtain emergency medical care and to transport the child for emergency medical treatment. A child's record reviewed was missing the name and telephone number of the school that a school-age child attends. A child's record reviewed was missing the Vision and hearing screening results.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 19, 2022

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually

      “Three caregivers that conduct transportation did not have current training in transportation safety.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 19, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.901 - Required Personnel Records

      “3 of 5 personnel records reviewed were missing a notarized Licensing Affidavit for Applicants for Employment form. 2 of 5 personnel records reviewed were missing a statement signed and dated by the employee showing he has received a copy of the child-care center s: Operational policies; and Personnel policies. A statement signed and dated by the employee verifying the date the employee attended training during orientation. The director had an expired driver's license.”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 2022

    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent

      “Infant daily reports were not being completed or shared with parents on a daily basis. The last daily report available for review was dated 4/8/2022.”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 2022

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Children in Control

      “A caregiver did not ensure that children in the after school room were not out of control. Children were observed running around the running and sitting under tables. No activities were provided by the caregiver.”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 2022

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher

      “The fire extinguisher in the transportation vehicle was located in the trunk and not secured in the passenger compartment and accessible to the caregiver.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2022

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium risk

      746.4003(a) - First Aid Kit - Incomplete Kit

      “The first aid kit in the transportation vehicle was incomplete. The following items were missing: 1.Adhesive tape; 2. cotton balls; and 3.thermometer Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the missing items were obtained and included in the first aid kit.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “Several children's disposable face masks and a used band-aid were observed in the outdoor play ground accessible to children. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the face masks and used band-aid were disposed of.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkHigh risk

      746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules

      “The operational policies reviewed were incomplete. The following information was missing: The Promotion of indoor and outdoor physical activity that is consistent with Subchapter F of this chapter (relating to Developmental Activities and Activity Plan); your policies must include: (A) The benefits of physical activity and outdoor play; (B) The duration of physical activity at your operation, both indoor and outdoor; (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation; (D) Each setting in which your physical activity program will take place; (E) The recommended clothing and footwear that will allow a child to participate freely and safely in physical activities; and (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play. The procedures for parents to participate in the child-care center s operation and activities.”

      The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing

      “A slide that required surfacing was observed in the children's outdoor playground. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the slide was removed from the playground.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkMedium risk

      746.801(5) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Employees' Attendance

      “Time sheets were not maintained for a caregiver present at the operation.”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 2022

    • TransportationHigh risk

      746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information

      “The Emergency medical transport and treatment authorization forms, and Parent s names and telephone numbers and emergency telephone numbers were not available in the transportation binder for two children being transported. Note: This was CORRECTED during the inspection as the required forms were obtained and included in the transportation binder.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

      “A caregiver with DOE 5/30/2018 was missing 12 clock hours of annual training. A caregiver with DOE 3/26/2021 was missing annual training on the following topics: Emergency preparedness; Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials including compliance with 746.3425 of this chapter (relating to Must caregivers wear gloves when handling blood or bodily fluids containing blood?).”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards

      “A pack of plastic edging stakes were observed on the ground in the outdoor playground. This posed a safety hazard as the plastic stakes were accessible to children. The artificial grass rug on the outdoor playground was not secured and presented a tripping hazard for children when playing outdoors.”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 2022

    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2409(a)(9) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Documentation that Crib Meets Applicable Federal Rules

      “There was no documentation available for review to verify that a crib in the infant room met applicable federal rules at Title 16, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 1219or 1220, concerning Safety Standards for Full Size Baby Crib".”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium risk

      746.2206(1) - Written Activity Plan - Outdoor Play Opportunities

      “Children were not being provided with outdoor play twice a day. According to the center director the children did not go out to the outdoor playground this morning due to it being too windy outside.”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 2022

    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary

      “Expired milk was served to children during the lunch meal. Several milk gallons stored in the refrigerator had an expiration date of 4/11/2022.”

      The state verified the correction on May 5, 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 Busy Bee Learning Center

Is Busy Bee Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued April 26, 2019.

When was Busy Bee Learning Center last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

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

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Center care for?

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

Does Busy Bee Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Busy Bee Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Busy Bee Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (956) 519-0000 to ask.

What is Busy Bee Learning Center's phone number?

(956) 519-0000.

Where is Busy Bee Learning Center?

1818 W Loop 374 Ste 5, Palmview, TX 78572.

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