Panda Bear Academy

Hours

Ages, programs and features

Ages served

• Infants
• Toddlers
• Preschool
• School age

Programs and features on the state record

• Licensed for 112 children
• Accepts child care assistance
• School-age care
• Before-school care
• Accredited
• Meals provided
• After-school care
• Snacks provided
• Part-time care
• Transportation to and from school
• Weekend care
• Field trips

Location and nearby daycares

Licensing and inspection record

Published by Texas Health and Human Services, as of Aug 16, 2026. Shown as the state records it.

Permit

On the state’s list of current permits, Aug 16, 2026

Operation number

1791317

Permit type

Licensed center

Licensed since

January 2025

Adverse action on record

No

Conditions on permit

No

Corrective action

No

Inspection history

16 inspections on record, most recent Jul 16, 2026. 9 of 16 visits and reports cited a standard.

• Jul 16, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
• Jan 30, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
• Jul 29, 2025InspectionNo standards cited
• Dec 12, 2024InspectionNo standards cited
• Nov 21, 2024InspectionNo standards cited
• Nov 5, 2024Inspection1 standard cited

  • 746.2401(6)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    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.

    Corrected Nov 5, 2024 · Technical assistance given

• Oct 17, 2024Inspection4 standards cited

  • 746.1605(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    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.

    Corrected Oct 17, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.1601Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    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.

    Corrected Oct 17, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.3317Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    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 Oct 17, 2024, at the inspection · Technical assistance given

  • 746.2207(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

    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 Oct 17, 2024, at the inspection · Technical assistance given

• Aug 28, 2024InspectionNo standards cited
• Jul 19, 2024Inspection7 standards cited

  • 746.1205(a)(3)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    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 Jul 19, 2024, at the inspection · Technical assistance given

  • 746.201(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    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.

    Corrected Aug 1, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.603(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

    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

    Corrected Aug 1, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.2421(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

    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.

    Corrected Jul 26, 2024

  • 745.635(3)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    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.

    Corrected Jul 19, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.901Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

    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

    Corrected Aug 1, 2024

  • 746.3805(c)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    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 Jul 19, 2024, at the inspection · Technical assistance given

• Jun 14, 2024InspectionNo standards cited
• May 29, 2024Inspection1 standard cited

  • 746.3417(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Children Handwashing Before Eating

    Children did not wash their hands before eating their snack during the follow up inspection.

    Corrected Jun 5, 2024 · Technical assistance given

• May 16, 2024Inspection4 standards cited

  • 746.5617(a)(4)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    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.

    Corrected May 17, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.5617(a)(6)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Required Equipment in Vehicles - First-aid Kit

    The first aid kit in the van was missing gauze and antiseptics solution.

    Corrected May 17, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.1203(6)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Responsibilities of caregivers-Set appropriate behavior expectations

    Children were observed fighting one another during the inspection.

    Corrected May 23, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.5625(b)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    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.

    Corrected May 23, 2024 · Technical assistance given

• Apr 30, 2024Inspection1 standard cited

  • 746.2401(7)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    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.

    Corrected Apr 30, 2024 · Technical assistance given

• Apr 16, 2024Inspection10 standards cited

  • 746.3407(12)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    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 Apr 16, 2024, at the inspection · Technical assistance given

  • 746.4751(c)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    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.

    Corrected Apr 22, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.5319Texas HHSC risk level: High

    Smoke Detectors Testing

    Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors were not tested in February of 2024.

    Corrected Apr 22, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.1205(a)(2)Texas HHSC risk level: High

    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.

    Corrected Apr 16, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.5202(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    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.

    Corrected Apr 22, 2024

  • 746.4803Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

    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 Apr 16, 2024, at the inspection · Technical assistance given

  • 746.3819Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    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.

    Corrected Apr 22, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.3313(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

    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 Apr 16, 2024, at the inspection

  • 746.5205(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

    Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

    Fire drills were not conducted in February of 2024.

    Corrected Apr 22, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • 746.4751(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

    Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist

    The maintenance checklists do not document broken equipment observed on the playground.

    Corrected Apr 22, 2024 · Technical assistance given

Cited standards by risk level

• Source: Texas HHSC, as of Aug 16, 2026
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