Alliance- After School at TLCA
1840 N 8th St, Abilene, TX
3.8· 9 reviews
Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene
- licensed capacity
- 122
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2026
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About
About Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene
Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene is a licensed child care center in Abilene, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 30, 2026, for up to 122 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 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 122 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 122 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Taylor County has a median price of $124 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$124
Home daycare$113
Toddler
Center$117
Home daycare$108
Preschool
Center$114
Home daycare$107
School age
Center$108
Home daycare$102
State record
Inspection reports for Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 122 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2026
- License number
- #1818776
Summary
16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 16 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Safe sleep 1
- 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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See all 16 visits
- Aug 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 28, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
“During the follow up inspection a 7 month infant was observed asleep with a blanket in the play pen. This was corrected at inspection when the blanket was removed from the play pen.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026
Jan 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“Food and trash were observed on the dining room floor and kitchen floor. This was corrected at inspection when the director began cleaning the area.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
- Dec 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Oct 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 6 earlier visits
- Oct 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 8, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“The kidney bean table being used by children for lunch time was missing the required safety straps. This was corrected at inspection when the children were removed from the table and placed at a toddler sized table instead.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There was an highchair placed outside and forgotten about instead of discarded. There were also bags of dirty diapers left on the highchair. Furthermore the grass on the outdoor playground needs to be mowed. Inside the center, dead bugs in window seals and on the floor of the bathroom were observed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present at the operation without an active background check. This was corrcted at inspection when the caregiver left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation has not conducted a fire drill since they opened on August 4, 2025, leaving the operation without a fire drill in the month of August. This was corrected at inspection when the operation conducted a fire drill.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
Sep 8, 2025Visit4 rules cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“The kidney bean table being used by children for lunch time was missing the required safety straps. This was corrected at inspection when the children were removed from the table and placed at a toddler sized table instead.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There was an highchair placed outside and forgotten about instead of discarded. There were also bags of dirty diapers left on the highchair. Furthermore the grass on the outdoor playground needs to be mowed. Inside the center, dead bugs in window seals and on the floor of the bathroom were observed.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was present at the operation without an active background check. This was corrcted at inspection when the caregiver left the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The operation has not conducted a fire drill since they opened on August 4, 2025, leaving the operation without a fire drill in the month of August. This was corrected at inspection when the operation conducted a fire drill.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
- Sep 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene
Is Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 30, 2026.
When was Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on August 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Bees Childcare Center Abilene care for?
122, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene'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 Bees Childcare Center Abilene cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 202-0490 to ask.
What is Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene's phone number?
(325) 202-0490.
Where is Busy Bees Childcare Center Abilene?
2533 N 12th St, Abilene, TX 79603. The nearest other daycare we list is Alliance- After School at TLCA, 0.6 miles away.