A Legacy of Excellence.
A family-rooted academy in Mission, Texas, dedicated to nurturing every child's first big milestones.
Where every child grows with confidence.
Busy Bees Learning Academy LLC exists to give the children of the Rio Grande Valley a joyful, nurturing place to learn, play, and reach their biggest milestones. We believe early childhood is sacred — and every interaction matters.
Through the Experience Learning Curriculum, our teachers guide children with STEAM-based, hands-on, inquiry-driven activities that build curiosity, kindness, and school readiness.
More than a daycare.
Texas Rising Star 3-Star
The highest quality rating in Texas — a benchmark of excellence in curriculum, teachers, and family engagement.
Experience Learning Curriculum
STEAM-based, hands-on, inquiry-led learning that grows curiosity and kindergarten readiness.
Hot Meals Daily
Breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner — nutritious and lovingly prepared by Chef Maria.
Small Class Sizes
Individualized attention with a licensed capacity of 44 children across four age groups.
Bilingual Support
English & Spanish staff and resources — your family feels at home from day one.
CCDF / Workforce Subsidies
We proudly accept CCDF / Workforce Solutions subsidies to support working families.
Ericka Lopez
Director Ericka Lopez built Busy Bees Learning Academy on a simple promise: treat every child like family. With years of early childhood experience and a deep love for the Mission community, Ericka leads our team with warmth, structure, and an unwavering commitment to quality.
Under her direction, Busy Bees has earned the Texas Rising Star 3-Star rating — the state's highest mark of quality early learning.
Meet the hive.
Loving, certified, and ready for your little one.