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Houston, TX 77063 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Panda Bear Academy
- licensed capacity
- 112
- open each week
- 6 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 2025
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About
About Panda Bear Academy
Panda Bear Academy is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since January 29, 2025, for up to 112 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 55 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyWeekend hoursOpens before 7 AMOpen until 8 PM
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
- 112 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| 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 | 112 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Panda Bear Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harris 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 Panda Bear Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 112 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2025
- License number
- #1791317
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 16, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 17 visits · 55 rules in all · 55 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 10
- Safety and hazards 9
- Health, medication and illness 9
- Records and paperwork 6
- Food and nutrition 5
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Transportation 4
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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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- Jul 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2401(6) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Free from Choking Objects That May Cause Choking in Infants or Toddlers
“Infant was sleeping with a pacifier containing a string attached to their clothing. Note: The string removed from the infants clothing during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2024
Oct 17, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.3317 - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Safe and Sanitary
“Expired milk was served to children for breakfast during the inspection. Note: The provider purchased and provided new milk during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2207(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“Children under two were observed watching television during the inspection. Note: Caregivers turned the television off during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During the inspection the child to caregiver ratio was 11 children to 1 caregiver. The specified age group was 18-23 months and the maximum number of children allowed with this group should've been 9. Note: An additional caregiver was added to the group once they arrived.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2024
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age
“The operation combined a 6 month old infant with older children during the inspection. The oldest child in the group was 5 years old. The oldest child can be no older than 23 months old. Note: Caregivers transitioned children to their assigned classrooms during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Nov 5, 2024
- Aug 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 19, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with Rules
“The operational policies provided for review did not contain the following information: A Safe Sleeping Policy for Infants under 12 Months The criteria the operation will use to determine when extreme weather conditions pose a significant health risk to children Information on vaccine-preventable diseases for employees Required annual trainings for employees in preventing and responding to abuse and neglect of children Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of issues regarding child abuse and neglect, including warning signs that a child may be a victim of abuse or neglect and factors indicating a child is at risk for abuse or neglect Methods for increasing employee and parent awareness of prevention techniques for child abuse and neglect Strategies for coordination between the center and appropriate community organizations Actions that the parent of a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect should take to obtain assistance and intervention, including procedures for reporting child abuse or neglect.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
745.635(3) - AP Background ck determination - If provisionally eligible w/conditions or eligible w/conditions you must restrict duties per conditions/restrictions
“A caregiver with provisional eligibility was observed in a classroom alone with children. The conditions of the caregivers background check were not followed during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 19, 2024
746.3805(c)(2) - Medication Records - Name of Medication
“The medication log was missing the name of medication that was administered to a child in care. The name of medication was listed as pain medication. Note: The provider found the medication that was given and documented it on the medication log during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Children's admissions information was evaluated and missing the following documentation: Dates of Admission Incomplete Health Statements Incomplete Emegency Contact Information Incomplete Signature for the Receipt of Operational Policies Missing Special Needs Statements Missing Signatures on the Authorization for Emergency Medical Transporation and Treatment”
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
746.1205(a)(3) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know children's names and ages
“A caregiver did not have information available to them in the classroom showing all of the children's ages who were in care during the inspection. Note: The provider updated the children's ages during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days
“The feeding instructions for 1 infant was last signed and dated by the parent on 3/7/2024.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2024
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“10 employee records were evaluated and were missing the following information: Proof of Background Check Eligibility Letter Signed and Updated Personnel and Operation Policies from staff Notarized Employment Affidavit Forms Dates of Employment Completion of Orientation”
The state verified the correction on Jul 29, 2024
Show 7 earlier visits
- Jun 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 29, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3417(1) - Children Handwashing Before Eating
“Children did not wash their hands before eating their snack during the follow up inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2024
May 16, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
746.5617(a)(4) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - Emergency Telephone Numbers for Each Child
“Emergency phone #'s were missing for 2 children who were transported. Note: One child's emergency phone # was corrected during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
746.5625(b) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - installed and maintained according to manufacturer's instructions
“The child safety alarm in the white van is not functioning properly. When the driver pressed the button to turn the alarm off it continued going off after testing multiple times.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
746.5617(a)(6) - Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit
“The first aid kit in the van was missing gauze and antiseptics solution.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
746.1203(6) - Responsibilities of caregivers-Set appropriate behavior expectations
“Children were observed fighting one another during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
Apr 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“During the follow up inspection, 5 infants were left unsupervised and there was no caregiver present in the room. Note: A caregiver returned to the classroom during the inspection. Discussed with the provider that infants are never to be left alone and another staff must step in when the caregiver needs to leave the room.”
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2024
Apr 16, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“Observed a broken fence on the outdoor play area with nails that are exposed and accessible to children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“A caregiver did not know the correct number of children they were responsible for during the inspection. The caregiver stated there were 14 children when only 13 children were accounted for.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
746.3313(1) - Daily Menus - Record Comparable Substitutions
“The daily menu showed pineapples were to be served for lunch when children were served fruit cocktail. Note: The provided noted the substitution on the menu during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4803 - Measurement of Use Zone for Stationary Equipment
“The use zone for stationary equipment did not meet the 6 feet requirement. Note: The provider arranged the equipment during the inspection so that it meets 6 feet on all sides.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“Fire drills were not conducted in February of 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
746.5202(1) - Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“The emergency preparedness plan does not address the designated sheltering/lock-down location within the center where children should gather.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A food allergy emergency plan was not available for review for a child with a food allergy to peanuts.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 19, 2024
746.5319 - Smoke Detectors Testing
“Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were not tested in February of 2024.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
“The maintenance checklists do not document broken equipment observed on the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Lysol spray was observed on a low shelf in reach of children during the inspection. Note: The provider removed the cleaning supplies from the shelf during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
Feb 8, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
“Observed a bottle of Clorox and Draino in an unlocked cabinet in the 4's and 5's room during the follow up inspection. Note: The provider removed the cleaning supplies during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“During the follow up inspection, a screw was observed under the play structure.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
746.4813(a) - Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment (Sitting)
“The use zone for rotating and bouncing equipment on the playground does not extend 6 feet.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2024
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“During the follow up inspection, toilet seats were broken and observed broken toilet roll despenser.The tiles in the restroom used by school age children are in need of repair.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2024
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“During the follow up inspection, children's records were still missing special care needs statements and complete emergency contact information.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Inspection22 rules cited
746.3301(f)(1) - Nutrition and Food Service - Drinking water available at every snack, mealtime, and during and after active play
“Water was not made readily available to children during lunch.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
746.3311(d) - Special Diets - No Nutrient Concentrates or Supplements
“Observed a bottle in the infant room filled with a brown protein mixture. Documentation of written consent from a health care professional or dietician was not available upon request.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2024
746.3805(c)(3) - Medication Records - Date, Time and Amount Given
“The medication log was missing dates and amounts of medication given to children on various dates,”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
746.3317(10) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Poisonous/Toxic Materials Stored Separate from Food
“Observed a box of disinfectant spray stored in the pantry where the food is located.”
Corrected during the visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A caregiver was observed in the 4 & 5 year old classroom with direct access to children. The provider has not received an eligiblity determination from CBCU stating they can be present.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2024
746.3407(10) - Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
“A lightbulb was out in the toddler room restroom.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
746.5315 - Smoke-Detection System Tested
“Documentation showing the current annual smoke detection system testing was not available for review upon request.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
746.4215(a) - Share Indoor Activity Space With Written Plan
“The operation is sharing space with another program. A written plan of shared space was not available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
746.3809 - Medication No Longer Used
“Observed expired medication during the inspection that has not been disposed. Note: The provider put the expired medication in the trash can during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
“Observed two broken tissue roll holders in the 3 &4's classroom. The deck in the outdoor play area contains uneven surfaces that pose a tripping hazard.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
746.1315(b)(1) - CPR Training and Recertification Adhere to Guidelines-skill based
“1 out of 5 staff files is in need of skill based CPR training.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
746.3819 - Food Allergy Emergency Plan Signed by Parents and Health Care Professional
“A physician's statement was missing on a food allergy emergency plan for a child with a known food allergy.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“A fire inspection has not been conducted since December 15th, 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024
746.2409(a)(3) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Waterproof, Washable Mattress
“Sheets in a crib in the infant room were not snug fitting and had to be tied to fit to the mattress.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
746.2409(a)(10) - Safety Requirements for Cribs - Label for Each Infant
“An infants crib was not labeled with their name during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
“A fenced in area to the outdoor play area cannot be properly opened by each caregiver.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
746.603(a) - Children's Records Maintained
“Children's records for 5 children in care did not contain the following information: 3 were missing consent for field trips, transportation and water activities. 1 was missing signature from the parent authorization for emergency medical treatment. 1 was missing the school name and phone #. 1 was missing an immunization record.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
746.5625(a) - Electronic Child Safety Alarm - is equipped in each vehicle
“The van used to transport chidren is not equipped with a child safety alarm.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
746.4751(c) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
“Observed several nails, screws and washers in the outdoor play area that pose a safety hazard to children.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
746.4135(b) - Children's Products- Annual Certification
“The last Children's Product Certification has not been completed since December 12th, 2022.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
746.4003(b) - First Aid Kit - Supplies Not Expired
“Expired alcohol wipes were observed in the first aid kit,”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
746.4003(a)(5) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Scissors
“There were no scissors in the first aid kit.”
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Panda Bear Academy
Is Panda Bear Academy licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued January 29, 2025.
When was Panda Bear Academy last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Panda Bear Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 55 rules across 9 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 55 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 Panda Bear Academy care for?
112, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Panda Bear Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Panda Bear Academy's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Panda Bear Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 784-2378 to ask.
What is Panda Bear Academy's phone number?
(713) 784-2378.
Where is Panda Bear Academy?
3416 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX 77063. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids Learning Academy, 0.3 miles away.