Tanya Massey
Abilene, TX 79602 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Bear Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 53
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Little Bear Learning Academy
Little Bear Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Baird, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 11, 2023, for up to 53 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 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
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 53 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| 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 | 53 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Bear Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Callahan 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 Little Bear Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 53 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1789396
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 15 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Other rules 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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- Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2203(a) - Written Activity Plans
“2 classes did not have actvity plans available for review or posted. 1 clasroom had an outdated activity plan posted from April 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2025
Oct 22, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“A 25 month old child was observed to be combined in a classroom with a 4 month old. This was corrected at inspection when the child was removed from the classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
746.901(2) - Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements
“3 staff files observed did not have educational documentation.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2025
Oct 13, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that a caregiver did not meet the minimum education requirements.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
746.1301(a)(2)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pre-Service Training
“It was determined that a caregiver hired in September 2025 did not complete pre-service training as required prior to being placed in a classroom and having unsupervised access to children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2026
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
“It was determined through the course of the investigation that training certificates for caregivers were falsified.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2026
- Jul 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
“Portions of the wood flooring are detached from the floor and loose causing a tripping hazard. Portions of the wall are chipped in the restroom. There is a hole in the wood floor near the back entrance of the operation that is used to enter and exit to the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2025
- Dec 30, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 5 earlier visits
- Oct 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 5, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2807 - Employees Discipline Own Children
“An employee disciplined their own child, however the discipline included spanking which violated the requirements in the discipline subchapter.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2024
- Jun 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Bear Learning Academy
Is Little Bear Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 11, 2023.
When was Little Bear Learning Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Bear Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 5 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Little Bear Learning Academy care for?
53, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Bear Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Bear Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Bear Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 370-4498 to ask.
What is Little Bear Learning Academy's phone number?
(325) 370-4498.
Where is Little Bear Learning Academy?
212 Market St, Baird, TX 79504. The nearest other daycare we list is Clyde Learning Academy, 6 miles away.