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Licensed center · Houston, TX

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

  • Infant · Toddler · Preschool · School age
  • Closed now · opens 6:00 AM today
  • Capacity 85
  • Accepts child care assistance
  • School transportation

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165 Zachary St
Houston, TX 77029 Map and directions
Hours
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Days
Mon to Fri
Ages
Infants to school age
Capacity
85 children
Meals
Meals and snacks provided
Nearby
1 other daycare within a mile

Licensing information from Texas Health and Human Services, as of Aug 16, 2026

Hours

Closed now · opens 6:00 AM today

Hours on file with the state

Hours by day of the week
SundayClosed
Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
ThursdayToday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayClosed

Ages, programs and features

Ages served

  • Infants
  • Toddlers
  • Preschool
  • School age

Programs and features on the state record

  • Licensed for 85 children
  • Accepts child care assistance
  • School-age care
  • Before-school care
  • Meals provided
  • After-school care
  • Snacks provided
  • Transportation to and from school
  • Field trips

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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
400003
Permit type
Licensed center
Licensed since
June 1990
Adverse action on record
No
Conditions on permit
Yes
Corrective action
No

Inspection history

13 inspections on record, most recent Jul 1, 2026. 13 of 18 visits and reports cited a standard. 1 self-reported incident, listed separately below.

  • Jul 1, 2026Inspection1 standard cited
    • 746.4751(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Inspect Daily

      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.

      Corrected Jul 8, 2026

  • Mar 26, 2026Assessment1 standard cited
    • 746.5101(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      The last fire inspection was completed on 8/30/2024.

      Corrected Jun 3, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • Jan 29, 2026InspectionNo standards cited
  • Jan 14, 2026Inspection1 standard cited
    • 746.5613Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      One Seat Belt Per Person

      Two children were doubled up in a seat belt.

      Corrected Jan 14, 2026 · Technical assistance given

  • Dec 19, 2025Inspection2 standards cited
    • 746.5101(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      The last fire inspection was completed on 8/30/2024.

      Corrected Mar 19, 2026

    • 746.2207(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      A child under 2 years old was watching tv. Note: this was corrected at inspection when the caregiver turned off the tv.

      Corrected Dec 19, 2025, at the inspection

  • Aug 22, 2025InspectionNo standards cited
  • Jul 29, 2025Inspection4 standards cited
    • 746.603(a)(3)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Children's Records - Health Statement

      1 out of 4 children's records is missing the health statement.

      Corrected Aug 12, 2025

    • 746.4813(c)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Measurement of Use Zone for Rotating and Rocking Equipment - No Overlap

      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.

      Corrected Aug 22, 2025

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

      Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired

      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.

      Corrected Aug 12, 2025

    • 746.4901(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Active Play Surfacing In Use Zones - Loose Fill or Unitary Surfacing

      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.

      Corrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Apr 29, 2025Inspection2 standards cited
    • 746.5533Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      746.5533 carbon monoxide detection system installed

      The operation had two non-working carbon monoxide detectors and needs to install one according to manufacturer's instructions.

      Corrected May 2, 2025

    • 746.3427Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Pest Extermination

      Three active ant beds were found on the playground.

      Corrected May 2, 2025

  • Jan 29, 2025InspectionNo standards cited
  • Jan 17, 2025Assessment1 standard cited
    • 746.303(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium Low

      Report Number of Employees

      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.

      Corrected Jan 24, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • Jan 6, 2025Inspection16 standards cited
    • 746.3701(5)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe

      During the walkthrough inspection the playground materials have a missing board, protruding nails, and water in sand stand.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.305(a)(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence

      During the walkthrough a classroom became unsafe to use and licensing was not made aware at inspection.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.3407(12)Texas HHSC risk level: High

      Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      During the walkthrough inspection cleaning supplies under the infant changing station and kitchen were seen.

      Corrected Jan 6, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.3701(3)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded

      During the walkthrough inspection the children have access to the air conditioner outside.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

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

      Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures

      During the walkthrough inspection the evacuation plan was not posted in all active rooms.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.2207(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two

      During the walkthrough inspection a child under 2 was watching television.

      Corrected Jan 6, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.1309(a)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

      During the inspection records reviewed two caregivers did not have the annual 24 hours training.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.401(4)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Posting Requirements - Emergency and evacuation relocation diagram

      During the walkthrough inspection the emergency evacautaion diagram was not posted in all active rooms.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.1301(a)(3)(A)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing

      During the inspection two of seven staff records had expried first aid trainnings as of 8/1/2024.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.401(9)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium Low

      Posting Requirements - List entitled "Current Employees"--sized at least 81/2 X 11 inches, printed legibly, include employee first and last name

      During the walkthrough inspection the employee list was not current nor posted.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.3701(2)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Safety - 220-Volt Electrical Connections Covered

      During the walkthrough inspection all electrical outlets were not all covered.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.2405(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair

      During the walkthrough inspection there was not a rocking chair present in the infant room.

      Corrected Jan 6, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.1301(a)(4)(A)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR

      During the walkthrough inspection seven staff cprtrainings expired as of 8/1/2024.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.401(5)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Posting Requirements - Activity Plans for each group of children in the child care center

      During the walkthrough inspection the required activity plan for each age group was not posted.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.4305Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Fenced Outdoor Activity Space

      During the inspection walkthrough the operation fence in the play area is not the required height.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2025 · Technical assistance given

    • 746.2207(c)(3)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily

      During the inspection time period the children watched television more then an hour.

      Corrected Jan 6, 2025 · Technical assistance given

  • Jan 23, 2024Inspection1 standard cited
    • 746.203(2)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium

      Liability Insurance Requirements - Provide Proof of Coverage Annually by Anniversary Date of Issuance

      Proof or documentation for liability coverage was not made available during the inspection.

      Corrected Jan 30, 2024

  • Jan 18, 2024Assessment1 standard cited
    • 746.303(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium Low

      Report Number of Employees

      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.

      Corrected Jan 20, 2024 · Technical assistance given

  • Feb 15, 2023Inspection4 standards cited
    • 746.3701(9)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over

      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 Feb 15, 2023, at the inspection · Technical assistance given

    • 746.5207(b)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Emergency Evacuation and Relocation Diagram - Posted in Each Room

      Two classrooms did not have the exit diagrams. Note: This was placed at inspection and corrected.

      Corrected Feb 15, 2023, at the inspection · Technical assistance given

    • 746.3701(1)Texas HHSC risk level: Medium High

      Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered

      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 Feb 15, 2023, at the inspection

    • 746.201(1)Texas HHSC risk level: High

      Policies Comply with Rules

      The operational policies is missing information on the following sections: Release of children Medication discipline Promotion of physical activity Sunscreen/bug repellent Transportation

      Corrected Feb 24, 2023 · Technical assistance given

Cited standards by risk level

36 standards cited across 13 inspections, most recently Jul 1, 2026. All 36 shown are recorded as corrected.

  • High38%
  • Medium High2261%
  • Medium719%
  • Medium Low411%
  • Low0
Visits with nothing cited
4 of 13 shown
Corrected at the visit
4 of 36 findings, 32 more corrected later
Most recent citation
Jul 1, 2026

Risk levels are Texas HHSC’s own classification of each standard, not a rating by Daycare Index. What the levels mean. Counts cover every inspection on the state record; the visits listed above are the most recent.

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