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Licensed Center · Texas

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

165 Zachary St, Houston

Last inspected Jul 1, 2026 · Map

1 deficiency cited

About this program

Licensed capacity
85
Ages served
Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
Hours
06:00 AM-06:00 PM
Days
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Programs
School Age Care,Before School Care,Meals Provided ,After School Care,Snacks Provided,Transportation to/from School ,Field Trips
Accepts child care subsidies
Yes
License type
Full Permit
Issued
Jun 25, 1990
Phone
7136787865

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.

2High risk
22Medium-high risk
7Medium risk
4Medium-low risk
0Low risk
12Inspections and investigations on record

Inspection history

Jul 1, 2026 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily
    Inspector's note: 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. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-07-08.
Mar 26, 2026 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
    Inspector's note: The last fire inspection was completed on 8/30/2024. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-06-03.
Jan 29, 2026 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 14, 2026 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Critical One Seat Belt Per Person
    Inspector's note: Two children were doubled up in a seat belt. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-01-14.
Dec 19, 2025 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
    Inspector's note: The last fire inspection was completed on 8/30/2024. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2026-03-19.
  • Non-critical Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
    Inspector's note: A child under 2 years old was watching tv. Note: this was corrected at inspection when the caregiver turned off the tv. Risk level: Medium. Corrected during the inspection.
Aug 22, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jul 29, 2025 · Inspection
4 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment - No Overlap
    Inspector's note: 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. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-08-22.
  • Critical Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing
    Inspector's note: 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. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-08-22.
  • Critical Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired
    Inspector's note: 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. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-08-12.
  • Non-critical Children's Records - Health Statement
    Inspector's note: 1 out of 4 children's records is missing the health statement. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-08-12.
Apr 29, 2025 · Inspection
2 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Pest Extermination
    Inspector's note: Three active ant beds were found on the playground. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-05-02.
  • Critical 746.5533 carbon monoxide detection system installed
    Inspector's note: The operation had two non-working carbon monoxide detectors and needs to install one according to manufacturer's instructions. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-05-02.
Jan 29, 2025 · Inspection
No deficiencies cited

No infractions recorded at this inspection.

Jan 17, 2025 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Report Number of Employees
    Inspector's note: 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. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2025-01-24.
Jan 6, 2025 · Inspection
16 deficiencies cited
  • Non-critical Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
    Inspector's note: During the inspection records reviewed two caregivers did not have the annual 24 hours training. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Critical Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection there was not a rocking chair present in the infant room. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-06.
  • Non-critical Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection the employee list was not current nor posted. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Critical Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection cleaning supplies under the infant changing station and kitchen were seen. Risk level: High. Corrected by 2025-01-06.
  • Critical Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection the evacuation plan was not posted in all active rooms. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Non-critical Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection a child under 2 was watching television. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-01-06.
  • Critical Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection seven staff cprtrainings expired as of 8/1/2024. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Critical Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough a classroom became unsafe to use and licensing was not made aware at inspection. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Critical Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection the playground materials have a missing board, protruding nails, and water in sand stand. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Critical Posting Requirements - Emergency and evacuation relocation diagram
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection the emergency evacautaion diagram was not posted in all active rooms. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Non-critical Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection the required activity plan for each age group was not posted. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Critical Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection the children have access to the air conditioner outside. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Non-critical Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
    Inspector's note: During the inspection time period the children watched television more then an hour. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2025-01-06.
  • Critical Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
    Inspector's note: During the inspection walkthrough the operation fence in the play area is not the required height. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Critical Safety - 220-Volt Electrical Connections Covered
    Inspector's note: During the walkthrough inspection all electrical outlets were not all covered. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
  • Critical Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
    Inspector's note: During the inspection two of seven staff records had expried first aid trainnings as of 8/1/2024. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected by 2025-01-20.
Jan 23, 2024 · Inspection
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance
    Inspector's note: Proof or documentation for liability coverage was not made available during the inspection. Risk level: Medium. Corrected by 2024-01-30.
Jan 18, 2024 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Report Number of Employees
    Inspector's note: 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. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2024-01-20.
Feb 15, 2023 · Inspection
4 deficiencies cited
  • Critical Policies Comply with Rules
    Inspector's note: The operational policies is missing information on the following sections: Release of children Medication discipline Promotion of physical activity Sunscreen/bug repellent Transportation Risk level: High. Corrected by 2023-02-24.
  • Critical Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room
    Inspector's note: Two classrooms did not have the exit diagrams. Note: This was placed at inspection and corrected. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
    Inspector's note: One toddler room did not have an outlet cover on an outlet. Note: This was corrected at inspection when an outlet cover was placed. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
  • Critical Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over
    Inspector's note: 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. Risk level: Medium High. Corrected during the inspection.
Jan 31, 2023 · Assessment
1 deficiency cited
  • Non-critical Report Number of Employees
    Inspector's note: Operation failed to report the number of employees that left the previous year. Risk level: Medium Low. Corrected by 2023-02-03.

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