Tiffany Cravey
San Antonio, TX 78222 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Mama Bear Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 78
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $120
- year first permitted
- 2023
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About
About Mama Bear Learning Center
Mama Bear Learning Center is a licensed child care center in San Antonio, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 9, 2023, for up to 78 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, summer camp and toddler care. It lists weekly tuition from $120 to $220.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 78 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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. It lists: 6 weeks to 10 years Old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, summer camp and toddler care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | CCS, Child Care Aware, & United Way |
| Discounts | Sibling Plan Full-Time $185.00/Week |
| Transportation | Transportation (teacher walks child to school) |
| Licensed capacity | 78 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Mama Bear Learning Center lists weekly tuition from $120 to $220. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bexar County has a median price of $171 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After School Program | $135 |
| Before School Program | $120 |
| Infants Full-Time | $220 |
| Enrollment Fee per child | $25 |
| Summer Program, 6 to 12 Years Old | $250 a week |
3 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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 Mama Bear Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 78 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2023
- License number
- #1751149
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 17 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Background checks 1
- Records and paperwork 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 10, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“The EpiPen at the operation was observed expired, dated 8.31.26.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2026
746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“At the time of the inspection, the fire inspection was not available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2026
746.1315(b) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR
“Four of the staff files evaluated had online CPR training from the National CPR Foundation.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2026
746.3417(3) - Children Handwashing After Toileting or Diapering
“In the baby bear room #2, the teacher was observed not washing the child's hands after a diaper change. NOTE: This was corrected at inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3505(f) - Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
“Down the hallway outside of the infant classroom were two open trash cans with exposed dirty diapers.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2026
- Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 8, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
“Based on information gathered through a DFPS investigation, it was discovered that two children in care were administered medication before receiving authorization from their parents.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
746.3805(c)(3) - Medication Records - Date, Time and Amount Given
“Based on information gathered through a DFPS investigation, it was discovered that medication was administered to two children in care, and the documentation was not available for review by Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2026
Jun 5, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.2805(10) - Prohibited Punishments - Using Inappropriate Long Period of Silence or Inactivity Including Requiring Child to Remain in a Restrictive Device
“A child was observed sitting in a restrictive device. Note: This was correct at inspection when the caregiver removed the child from the restrictive device.”
Corrected during the visit
Jun 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During the inspection, a classroom was observed to be over ratio by one child.”
Corrected during the visit
Jun 3, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
“During the investigation, it was discovered that a staff member did not use good judgment when purchasing medication to administer to children in care.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
746.3803(a)(1) - Medication Authorization - Signed and Dated
“During the investigation, it was discovered that a child in care was administered medication prior to receiving authorization from their parents.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
746.3805(c)(3) - Medication Records - Date, Time and Amount Given
“During the investigation, it was discovered that medication was administered to a child in care and the documentation was not available for review by Child Care Regulation.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
- Nov 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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- Apr 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.4601(3) - Safety Requirements for Active Play Equipment - No Entrapment Openings
“Four toys on the playground were broken. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the toys were removed.”
Corrected during the visit
Mar 13, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
746.2805(7) - Prohibited Punishments - Placing Child in Locked or Dark Room
“Based on information gathered during the investigation, a caregiver placed a child in a dark closet.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
746.2807 - Employees Discipline Own Children
“Based on the information gathered during the investigation, an employee inappropriately disciplined her child who is enrolled at the daycare.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
- Apr 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 4, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver in the toddler classroom gave the incorrect number of children in her classroom. She stated she had eight toddlers, when there were nine children in her classroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2024
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
“Caregiver was observed rinsing a bottle in the hand-washing sink to give an infant water in the same bottle.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2024
746.2419(3) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Never Prop Bottles
“An infant was observed in a bouncer drinking milk from a bottle that was propped on their chest with a blanket.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2024
746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
“Three of seven infants were walking freely in the classroom while holding and drinking water from their bottles.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2024
Mar 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
746.901(5) - Required Personnel Records- Training Hours
“Five of the nine staff files did not have their required training hours completed.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“An employee with a provisional background check status was placed in charge of the toddler class by herself.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Visit1 rule cited
746.303(b) - Report Number of Employees
“The operation did not submit the required number of employees lost during the year 2023, by the due date of 1/15/24.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2024
Sep 11, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“During inspection, there was a tablet stood up on counter showing a screen time activity for infants to watch. Two infants were in play yards in front of counter and were actively viewing the program. NOTE: This was corrected during inspection as the caregiver turned off the tablet.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“It was observed that a monthly fire drill was not documented as conducted for the months of April, July, and August.”
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2023
- Feb 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 20, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
“An employee who has had unsupervised access to children at the operation was certified only for BLS not pediatric First Aid.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2023
- Nov 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Mama Bear Learning Center
Is Mama Bear Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 9, 2023.
When was Mama Bear Learning Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Mama Bear Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 10 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Mama Bear Learning Center care for?
78, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Mama Bear Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Mama Bear Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Mama Bear Learning Center cost?
Weekly tuition from $120 to $220, as it lists it.
What is Mama Bear Learning Center's phone number?
(210) 248-9018.
Where is Mama Bear Learning Center?
3930 E Southcross Blvd Bldg 2, San Antonio, TX 78222. The nearest other daycare we list is Smart Ducklings Daycare #2, 0.1 miles away.