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Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center

165 Zachary St, Houston, TX 77029 · Harris County
Conditions on permitAccepts child care subsidies

Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Houston, TX, licensed for up to 85 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 1990. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 12 times. Inspectors recorded 35 citations, 2 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (13 of 35). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. 11% were corrected during the inspection itself. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #789 of 882 centers in Houston and better than 2% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 2%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
Tied for #789 of 882 centers in Houston
2High risk
22Medium High risk
7Medium risk
4Medium Low risk
0Low risk
35 citations from 12 inspections and 0 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 1, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Jul 1, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMar 26, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundJan 29, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJan 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundDec 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundAug 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJul 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundApr 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 29, 2025 · Inspection · no citationJan 17, 2025 · Assessment · citation foundJan 6, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundJan 23, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundJan 18, 2024 · Assessment · citation foundFeb 15, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJan 31, 2023 · Assessment · citation foundMar 10, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety13
Other standards8
Records & paperwork7
Training & qualifications3
Health & medication2
Transportation1
Food & feeding1

Citations, newest first

Medium HighJul 1, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily §746.4751(a)
The daily building and grounds checklist was not completed for 2 days in the week of June 8; 4 days for week of June 15; 5 days for week of June 22; and 2 days for week of June 29, 2026.
Correction verified Jul 6, 2026
Medium HighMar 26, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal §746.5101(b)
The last fire inspection was completed on 8/30/2024.
Correction verified May 22, 2026
Medium HighJan 14, 2026InspectionTransportation
One Seat Belt Per Person §746.5613
Two children were doubled up in a seat belt.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2026
Medium HighDec 19, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal §746.5101(b)
The last fire inspection was completed on 8/30/2024.
Correction verified Mar 26, 2026
MediumDec 19, 2025InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
A child under 2 years old was watching tv. Note: this was corrected at inspection when the caregiver turned off the tv.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJul 29, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment - No Overlap §746.4813(c)
Multiple pieces of equipment, rotating and rocking, overlap the use zone of other equipment on the playground. 3 pieces of equipment is less than 6 feet from the perimeter fence. The use zone for 1 rotating equipment on which the child stands measured 6 feet 4 inches from rocking equipment.
Correction verified Aug 22, 2025
Medium HighJul 29, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing §746.4901(a)
Loose fill for the composite play structure with a slide measured at 4 inches, short by 2 inches. Loose fill for spinning equipment measured at zero inches, short 6 inches.
Correction verified Aug 22, 2025
Medium HighJul 29, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired §746.4751(c)
A utility line from the pole to the building behind the playground is sagging over the children's play space; measured at 4 feet 3 inches above the ground.
Correction verified Aug 13, 2025
MediumJul 29, 2025InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
1 out of 4 children's records is missing the health statement.
Correction verified Aug 14, 2025
Medium HighApr 29, 2025InspectionOther standards
Pest Extermination §746.3427
Three active ant beds were found on the playground.
Correction verified May 2, 2025
Medium HighApr 29, 2025InspectionOther standards
746.5533 carbon monoxide detection system installed §746.5533
The operation had two non-working carbon monoxide detectors and needs to install one according to manufacturer's instructions.
Correction verified May 4, 2025
Medium LowJan 17, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
It was found that the number of employees who ceased working at the operation in 2024 was not reported through the provider portal by 1/15/25.
Correction verified Feb 6, 2025
MediumJan 6, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
During the inspection records reviewed two caregivers did not have the annual 24 hours training.
Correction verified Jan 17, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence §746.305(a)(1)
During the walkthrough a classroom became unsafe to use and licensing was not made aware at inspection.
Correction verified Jan 24, 2025
MediumJan 6, 2025InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily §746.2207(c)(3)
During the inspection time period the children watched television more then an hour.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fenced Outdoor Activity Space §746.4305
During the inspection walkthrough the operation fence in the play area is not the required height.
Correction verified Jan 24, 2025
Medium LowJan 6, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name §746.401(9)
During the walkthrough inspection the employee list was not current nor posted.
Correction verified Jan 17, 2025
MediumJan 6, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center §746.401(5)
During the walkthrough inspection the required activity plan for each age group was not posted.
Correction verified Jan 17, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing §746.1301(a)(3)(A)
During the inspection two of seven staff records had expried first aid trainnings as of 8/1/2024.
Correction verified Jan 17, 2025
MediumJan 6, 2025InspectionOther standards
Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two §746.2207(a)
During the walkthrough inspection a child under 2 was watching television.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionOther standards
Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded §746.3701(3)
During the walkthrough inspection the children have access to the air conditioner outside.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Posting Requirements - Emergency and evacuation relocation diagram §746.401(4)
During the walkthrough inspection the emergency evacautaion diagram was not posted in all active rooms.
Correction verified Jan 17, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionOther standards
Safety - 220-Volt Electrical Connections Covered §746.3701(2)
During the walkthrough inspection all electrical outlets were not all covered.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures §746.5202(1)
During the walkthrough inspection the evacuation plan was not posted in all active rooms.
Correction verified Jan 17, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair §746.2405(1)
During the walkthrough inspection there was not a rocking chair present in the infant room.
Correction verified Jan 17, 2025
HighJan 6, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
During the walkthrough inspection cleaning supplies under the infant changing station and kitchen were seen.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR §746.1301(a)(4)(A)
During the walkthrough inspection seven staff cprtrainings expired as of 8/1/2024.
Correction verified Jan 17, 2025
Medium HighJan 6, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe §746.3701(5)
During the walkthrough inspection the playground materials have a missing board, protruding nails, and water in sand stand.
Correction verified Jan 29, 2025
MediumJan 23, 2024InspectionOther standards
Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance §746.203(2)
Proof or documentation for liability coverage was not made available during the inspection.
Correction verified Jan 23, 2024
Medium LowJan 18, 2024InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
t was found that the number of employees who ceased working at the operation in 2023 was not reported through the provider portal by 1/15/24.
Correction verified Jan 23, 2024
Medium HighFeb 15, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over §746.3701(9)
It was observed that a TV in the toddler room was not mounted. Note: Pictures taken and this was corrected when it was moved out of the classroom.
Corrected during the visit
HighFeb 15, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Policies Comply with Rules §746.201(1)
The operational policies is missing information on the following sections: Release of children Medication discipline Promotion of physical activity Sunscreen/bug repellent Transportation
Correction verified Feb 23, 2023
Medium HighFeb 15, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
One toddler room did not have an outlet cover on an outlet. Note: This was corrected at inspection when an outlet cover was placed.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighFeb 15, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room §746.5207(b)
Two classrooms did not have the exit diagrams. Note: This was placed at inspection and corrected.
Corrected during the visit
Medium LowJan 31, 2023InspectionRecords & paperwork
Report Number of Employees §746.303(b)
Operation failed to report the number of employees that left the previous year.
Correction verified Mar 1, 2023

About this center

Licensed capacity85 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJun 25, 1990
DirectorAudrey Davis-dutton
Phone7136787865
State operation #400003

Common questions

Does Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center’s hours?

6 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Gulf Coast area, which includes Houston, is $42.60 a day for infants, $40.80 a day for toddlers and $39.40 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 2 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jan 6, 2025: “Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center compare with other daycares in Houston?

It is tied for #789 of 882 centers in Houston by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 2% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Dimples A* Cat *A *Me ChildCare & Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 1, 2026. Inspectors cited at least one rule during that visit.

Licensed centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.

To see the official record, search operation 400003 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.