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Beasley, TX 77417 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Busy Bee
- licensed capacity
- 37
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2016
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About
About Busy Bee
Busy Bee is a licensed child care center in Wharton, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 24, 2016, for up to 37 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 37 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 37 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Busy Bee has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wharton 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
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 37 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2016
- License number
- #1617781
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 19, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Health, medication and illness 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.
The state lists conditions on this permit.
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Mar 19, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present without an active background check.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2026
746.603(a)(3) - Children's Records - Health Statement
“3 children enrolled more than 1 year did not have a health statement on file.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2026
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
“One caregiver counted in ratio and present with children had first aid/cpr that expired in February 2026.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“2 staff files were unavailable for review.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2026
- May 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 21, 2025Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 31, 2025
- Jul 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 16, 2024Visit2 rules cited
HRC 42.04271 - Parent's Rights
“The operation has not provided to parents a copy of the parent's rights form as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
HRC 42.0563 - Employment affidavit regarding inappropriate relationship with minor
“The operation did not have a pre-employment affidavit for 2 employees hired after September 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
Jul 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
HRC 42.04271 - Parent's Rights
“The operation has not provided to parents a copy of the parent's rights form as required.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
HRC 42.0563 - Employment affidavit regarding inappropriate relationship with minor
“The operation did not have a pre-employment affidavit for 2 employees hired after September 2023.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
- Oct 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 21, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.3301(a) - Nutrition and Food Service - Regular Meals and Snacks
“Children were still not served all items listed on the menu.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2023
746.3415(7) - Employee Handwashing After Handling or Cleaning Bodily Fluids
“The director did not wash her hands in between wiping two children's noses.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2023
Aug 15, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.1311(e) - Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
“The director was unable to provide proof of training in the following topics obtained in the most recently completed training year:Emergency preparedness;Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations;Administering medication; Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2023
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“There was no proof of a fire conducted in the month of June.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2023
746.3301(a) - Nutrition and Food Service - Regular Meals and Snacks
“Children were not served all items listed on the menu including the fruit and vegetable.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2023
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“There was no documentation for proof of testing on smoke detectors or CO detectors for the months of June or July.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2023
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“Multiple infants were observed in bucket chairs without the provided straps being used.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2023
746.1301(a)(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“A caregiver hired in July 2023 did not have proof of completion of orientation prior to be alone with children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2023
Show 9 earlier visits
- Jun 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
May 30, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver was in a room with 9 children aged 10 to 12 months with a specified age group of 12 to 17 months, putting the room over ratio by 4.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2023
May 23, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver was in a room with 7 children aged 10 to 20 months with a specified age group of 12 to 17 months, putting the room over ratio by 2. One caregiver had 20 children with a specified age group of 3, putting the room over ratio by 5.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
746.3415(7) - Employee Handwashing After Handling or Cleaning Bodily Fluids
“The director was observed wiping a nose and not washing their hands. A caregiver was observed changing diapers and not washing hands in between changes.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
746.3301(g) - Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar, unless allowed by CACFP
“Juice was served during lunch that was not 100% fruit juice.”
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2023
- May 16, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Apr 10, 2023Visit1 rule cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“The operation did not submit the required immunization corrections to DSHS by the required compliance date.”
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2023
Oct 3, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.1301(1)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
“A caregiver hired in July 2022 did not have proof of orientation in their personnel file.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2022
746.1301(6)(A) - Training Requirements for Directors 30- Annual Training
“The director obtained 19 of the required 30 hours of training during her most recently completed training year.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2022
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“1 child did not have the most up to date immunization record on file at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2022
- Feb 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 7, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“There are five ceiling tiles that are damaged with water spots.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2021
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“An infant's bottle was not labeled.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2021
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The transportation driver did not have annual transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2021
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“One caregiver had 6 children and a specified age group of 12-17 months.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2021
746.1309(e) - Documented Annual Training- Required Content
“Three staff members were missing the following training topics: food allergy response, handling and disposing of hazardous material, and administering medication training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Busy Bee
Is Busy Bee licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 24, 2016.
When was Busy Bee last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 19, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Busy Bee had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 care for?
37, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Busy Bee accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Busy Bee's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Busy Bee cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (979) 532-1754 to ask.
What is Busy Bee's phone number?
(979) 532-1754.
Where is Busy Bee?
1207 N Alabama Rd, Wharton, TX 77488. The nearest other daycare we list is Creative Care - Wharton, 0.3 miles away.