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Little Bees
- licensed capacity
- 15
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $160
- year first permitted
- 2000
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About
About Little Bees
Little Bees is a licensed child care center in Natalia, Texas. The state has permitted it since October 18, 2000, for up to 15 children, serving 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 21 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 15 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 | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 15 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Bees has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Medina County has a median price of $160 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$171
Home daycare$154
Toddler
Center$160
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$156
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$149
Home daycare$139
State record
Inspection reports for Little Bees
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 15 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2000
- License number
- #549733
Summary
21 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 21 visits · 29 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Records and paperwork 4
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Other rules 2
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 a corrective action on this permit.
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- Sep 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.3301(f)(1) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
“Drinking water was not available during outdoor time.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026
- Jul 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 36 earlier visits
Nov 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“The playground maintenance checklist is not being completed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2025
Oct 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.301(2) - Notification of Change in Space
“The operation made a change in space that made the playground unusable.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2025
- Sep 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 22, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.1309(c) - Documented Annual Training - 1 hour in Prevention, Recognition and Reporting of child maltreatment
“One employee was lacking training in the required topic of child maltreatment.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2025
746.1311(c) - Director Annual Training -Required 1 hour in prevention, recognition and reporting of child maltreatment
“The director was lacking training in the required topic of child maltreatment.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2025
Jul 9, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
746.3501(6) - Diaper Changing Steps-Supplies Kept Out of Child's Reach
“Diaper changing supplies were observed to be on and underneath a bench in the main classroom. The diapering supplies were accessible to children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
746.2803(4) - Discipline - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance
“A caregiver was heard using negative methods of discipline with children in care. The caregiver raised their voice in a negative, harsh tone multiple times. They also utilized negative statements instead of attempting to use positive methods of discipline and guidance.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
746.401(6) - Posting Requirements - Daily menu, including all snacks and meals served by the child care center
“The operation was lacking an up to date menu. The last menu posted was from April 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“Documentation for safety drills was not available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2025
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“The children in care did not wash hands prior to eating lunch. This was corrected at inspection when it was addressed with the caregiver.”
Corrected during the visit
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“Two out of four children's records evaluated had out of date immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2025
746.3503(a) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Smooth, Non-absorbent, Easy to Clean Surface
“A caregiver ws observed changing a child's diaper on their lap. This was corrected at inspection when the caregiver began to change diapers on an appropriate diaper changing table. It was also addressed with the caregiver.”
Corrected during the visit
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“Three out of four personnel records evaluated were lacking multiple training certificates.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“A child was observed having their diaper changed and the child's hands were not washed prior to being laid down for nap. This was corrected when it was addressed with the caregiver and the caregiver washed chilren's hands after diapering.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
- Nov 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2417(2)(B) - Activities for Infants - Not in Restrictive Device for more than 15 Minutes
“Multiple children were observed in a chair with a tray and safety belt for over 15 minutes after they finished eating. They remained in the chair for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. This was corrected when the children were removed from the restrictive device.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2024
- Aug 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2403(3) - Infant Care Area - Separate from Older Children
“Two infants under 18 months old were observed to be combined in a classroom with multiple children ranging in age with the oldest child being 11 years old. There were more than 12 children in care at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2024
Jul 17, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
746.611(a)(3) - Health Statement parent sign - Dated within past yr, name/address health care professional, states child can participate. Follow by signed statement
“3 out of 4 children's records reviewed were lacking a valid health professional statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.603(a)(2) - Children's Records - Admission Information
“4 out of 4 children's records were lacking admission information such as: address for emergency contact, parent name, physician or hospital information for emergency medical attention, school information, and admission date.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“There were two uninstalled air conditioning window units in the playground area. The playground also contained a chandelier, rusted items such as a chair and lawn equipment, and there was a pile of wood with rusted nails sticking out. There was also a hammer sitting in the middle of play equipment. There was a broken slide with a puddle of accumluated water on it. Play equipment had a lot of dirt and spiders webs on them. There was also a large spider observed with a spiderweb in the playground area. There was a fallen tree limb inside of the fencing of the playground area. There was siding on the building that appears to be damaged and has nails sticking out. This siding was located in the area fenced for the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2024
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“The center was not operating in compliance with multiple minimum standards. Multiple required postings were either out of date or missing. There was not an adequate amount of staff for the center to operate in compliance with standards.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Employee records were not available for review at the time of inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity
“A caregiver was observed stepping out of their designated classroom multiple times for tasks such as preparing a meal and checking on another classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
“There were a total of 6 infants in care. This exceeds the amount of infants allowed”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“Infant feeding instructions were not updated within 30 days.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.1507(4) - Determining Child/Caregiver Ratios - All Children Included
“There was a 12 year old related to a caregiver laying down in the kitchen area.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“2 out of 4 children's records reviewed had out of date or missing immunization records.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.2403(3) - Infant Care Area - Separate from Older Children
“A 7 month old and a 12 month old were combined in a classroom with multiple children ranging in age from 5 years old to 12 years old. There were more than 12 children in care at the operation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The annual certified consumer product safety had not been signed since 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
Jan 18, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation failed to submit the number of employees that have left their employment in 2023 by January 15th.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2024
- Aug 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 31, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“The infant classroom had children combined with more than an 18 month old gap in age.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2023
- Apr 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 12, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.1109(a)(1) - Caregiver Qualification Age Exemption with HS Diploma/GED- Not in Charge of Group
“One unqualified caregiver was observed to be in charge of six children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 18, 2023
- Mar 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 8, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Infants were in a mixed group of children, a learning video was playing on the television. CI: This was corrected at inspection when the television was turned off.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 15, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.901(8) - Required Personnel Records- Photo Identification
“One out of four staff files evaluated lacked a copy of the photo ID.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2022
- Nov 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 20, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
“One out of four children's records evaluated lacked an immunization record on file.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2022
- Aug 30, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 21, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Two children age 12 months old was mixed with children up to age 12 years old, with 16 total children in care. This was corrected when the infant caregiver arrived and separated the infants from the other children.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2022
- Jun 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
May 9, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
746.3701(3) - Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
“One fan in the infant room was not mounted. This was corrected at inspection when the fan was removed from the infant room.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“The wooden playhouse lacked maintenance; spider webs, leaves and wasp nest.”
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2022
745.8641 - Requirements during evaluation or probation
“The following conditions placed on the operation were not in compliance: Condition 4: The infant classroom checks was not conducted twice a day (morning and afternoon). Condition 7: The indoor available for review.”
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2022
- Apr 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 14, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.401(5) - Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
“The activity plan posted was not current.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2022
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Operation lacked a fire drill for the month of January.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2022
Jan 12, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“RECITED:One out of the four staff did not meet the qualifications.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.1329(b)(5) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Trainer's Qualifications
“RECITED:Training certificates lacked trainer's qualifications on the certificates.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“RECITED:The two infants enrolled lacked feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.1329(c)(1)(A) - Documentation pediatric CPR-1st aid includes participant's name, training date, training title, trainer's name, length of training
“RECITED:Two out of four staff lacked CPR”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“RECITED:Operation lacked a file on staff”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2022
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“RECITED:Three out of four staff lacked 24 hours annual training”
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2022
Dec 29, 2021Inspection11 rules cited
746.1329(c)(1)(A) - Documentation pediatric CPR-1st aid includes participant's name, training date, training title, trainer's name, length of training
“Two out of four staff lacked CPR”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.2417(3) - Activities for Infants - Safe, Clean, Uncluttered Area
“Infant room is cluttered creating less space for the infants, in addition the infant area in the doorway of the infant room was stacked and cluttered with various items causing a possible falling hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.3503(d) - Diaper Changing Equipment - Hand-washing Sink in Diaper Changing Area
“In the infant room, there is no walk through to the sink.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Shelving and dresser in doorway of infant room was stacked and cluttered with various items causing a hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“Operation lacked a file on staff”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Three out of four staff lacked 24 hours annual training”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“Two rotating toys and two climbing structures lacked loose fill”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.1329(b)(5) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Trainer's Qualifications
“Training certificates lacked trainer's qualifications on the certificates.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.1203(4) - Responsibilities of Caregivers- Supervision of Children
“There is no method to maintain supervision during hand washing after diaper changes.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“The two infants enrolled lacked feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“One out of the four staff did not meet the qualifications.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 12, 2022
Dec 16, 2021Inspection15 rules cited
746.2407 - Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
“Two infants were in high chairs without using the safety straps.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.1107(2) - Additional Minimum Qualifications for Caregivers - HS Diploma, Equivalent, Certification of Completion
“One out of four staff did not meet minimum qualifications.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“The two infants enrolled lacked feeding instructions.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.2427 - AP Infants Sleep on Backs or Must Have Completed and Signed Sleep Exception Form for the Infant
“A five month old infant was placed in the crib on her stomach.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.2803(4)(C) - Positive Methods of Discipline and Guidance - Redirecting Behavior
“The caregiver did not redirect the child, rather the child was threated.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.3415(4) - Employee Handwashing After Diapering a Child
“Caregiver did not wash hands after diapering an infant”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.1329(b)(5) - Documentation of Training Requirements - Trainer's Qualifications
“Training certificates lacked trainer's qualifications on certificate.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.2419(6) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Label Bottles/Cups
“All bottles were not labeled,”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
“Three out of three cribs did not have a label with the child's name.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.2507(1) - Activities for Toddlers - Outdoor Play
“The director stated the last time the children played outdoors was two days prior.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.1329(c)(1)(A) - Documentation pediatric CPR-1st aid includes participant's name, training date, training title, trainer's name, length of training
“Two out of four staff lacked a current cpr and first aid card on file.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“Three out of four staff files lacked the 24 hours of training.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“One out four staff files were unavailable.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.4901(a) - Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
“Two rotating toys and two climbing structures lacked the six inches loose fill.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From Hazards
“Candles were burning on the kitchen counter that was assessable to children.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2021
- Oct 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 4, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
746.1605 - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“Recited: Seven children were observed in care, the youngest was 3 months old and oldest is three years old.There were more than an 18 month in age difference.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2021
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Screen time was observed to be used with three children under the age of two years old.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2021
Sep 14, 2021Complaint investigation6 rules cited
746.301(7) - Notification of Additional Services Offered
“The operation failed to notify licensing that transportation was being added as a provided service.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2021
746.5617(a)(5) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Fire Extinguisher
“The two vehicles used for transportation did not include fire extinguishers.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2021
746.1316(a) - Transportation Safety Training -Director and Employee Complete 2 Hours Annually
“The Director and an unqualified transportation employee did not have current transportation training.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2021
746.5617(a)(2) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Medical Information
“The two vehicles that were used for transportation did not have the a list of childrens names and their emergency authorization forms.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2021
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
“The 12 passenger van did not have the electronic safety alarm installed.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2021
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“The two vehicles that were used for transportation did not include first aid kits.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Little Bees
Is Little Bees licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued October 18, 2000.
When was Little Bees last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 21 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Bees had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 9 of 21 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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 Bees care for?
15, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Bees accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Bees' 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 Little Bees cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (830) 665-5222 to ask.
What is Little Bees' phone number?
(830) 665-5222.
Where is Little Bees?
523 Bartlett, Natalia, TX 78059. The nearest other daycare we list is Cornerstone Bible Childcare, 1.3 miles away.