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Licensed Center · Texas

Busy Bee

1207 N Alabama Rd, Wharton

Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · Map

4 deficiencies cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
37
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
06:30 AM-05:30 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
School Age Care,Meals Provided ,After School Care,Snacks Provided,Drop-In Care,Skill Classes,Part Time Care,Transportation to/from School
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Oct 24, 2016
Phone
9795321754

Conditions on the permit: Yes. See the state’s official record for details.

State compliance summary

How many deficiencies Texas has recorded for this program, by risk level. This is not a quality rating: it describes compliance with the state’s minimum licensing standards.

3High risk
17Medium-high risk
7Medium risk
1Medium-low risk
0Low risk
15Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Mar 19, 2026 · Inspection
4 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Health Statement
    Inspector's note: 3 children enrolled more than 1 year did not have a health statement on file. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-03-26.
  • Critical AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
    Inspector's note: A caregiver was present without an active background check. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2026-03-20.
  • Critical Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
    Inspector's note: One caregiver counted in ratio and present with children had first aid/cpr that expired in February 2026. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-04-03.
  • Non-critical Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
    Inspector's note: 2 staff files were unavailable for review. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2026-03-23.
May 13, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 21, 2025 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Report Number of Employees
    Inspector's note: A review of the Employees Who Left Employment in 2024 data revealed that the center had not reported the number of employees who left employment in 2024 by January 15, 2025, as required. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2025-01-24.
Jul 18, 2024 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 16, 2024 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 16, 2024 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical HRC 42.0563 - Employment affidavit regarding inappropriate relationship with minor
    Inspector's note: The operation did not have a pre-employment affidavit for 2 employees hired after September 2023. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2024-07-16.
  • Non-critical HRC 42.04271 - Parent's Rights
    Inspector's note: The operation has not provided to parents a copy of the parent's rights form as required. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-07-19.
Oct 19, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Aug 29, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Aug 21, 2023 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Employee Handwashing After Handling or Cleaning Bodily Fluids
    Inspector's note: The director did not wash her hands in between wiping two children's noses. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-21.
  • Critical Nutrition and Food Service - Regular Meals and Snacks
    Inspector's note: Children were still not served all items listed on the menu. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-21.
Aug 15, 2023 · Inspection
6 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Smoke Detectors Testing
    Inspector's note: There was no documentation for proof of testing on smoke detectors or CO detectors for the months of June or July. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-08-15.
  • Critical Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation
    Inspector's note: A caregiver hired in July 2023 did not have proof of completion of orientation prior to be alone with children. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-17.
  • Critical Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
    Inspector's note: There was no proof of a fire conducted in the month of June. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-22.
  • Non-critical Director Annual Training - Additional required topics
    Inspector's note: The director was unable to provide proof of training in the following topics obtained in the most recently completed training year:Emergency preparedness;Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases, including immunizations;Administering medication; Preventing and responding to emergencies due to food or an allergic reaction; Understanding building and physical premises safety, including identification and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; and Handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous materials. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-08-22.
  • Critical Nutrition and Food Service - Regular Meals and Snacks
    Inspector's note: Children were not served all items listed on the menu including the fruit and vegetable. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-15.
  • Critical Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment -Use of Safety Straps
    Inspector's note: Multiple infants were observed in bucket chairs without the provided straps being used. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-08-15.
Jun 8, 2023 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

May 30, 2023 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
    Inspector's note: One caregiver was in a room with 9 children aged 10 to 12 months with a specified age group of 12 to 17 months, putting the room over ratio by 4. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-05-30.
May 23, 2023 · Inspection
3 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Employee Handwashing After Handling or Cleaning Bodily Fluids
    Inspector's note: The director was observed wiping a nose and not washing their hands. A caregiver was observed changing diapers and not washing hands in between changes. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-05-23.
  • Critical Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
    Inspector's note: One caregiver was in a room with 7 children aged 10 to 20 months with a specified age group of 12 to 17 months, putting the room over ratio by 2. One caregiver had 20 children with a specified age group of 3, putting the room over ratio by 5. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-05-23.
  • Non-critical Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar, unless allowed by CACFP
    Inspector's note: Juice was served during lunch that was not 100% fruit juice. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2023-05-23.
May 16, 2023 · Complaint or incident investigation
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Apr 10, 2023 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions Current
    Inspector's note: The operation did not submit the required immunization corrections to DSHS by the required compliance date. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2023-05-01.

Records come from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation. They describe conditions on the inspection date and may not reflect current conditions.