Dimples A* Cat *a *me Childcare & Learning Center
A licensed child care center in Houston, Texas 77029
165 Zachary St, Houston, Texas 77029. (713) 678-7865.
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The short answer
Record last released by Texas HHSC on Nov 5, 2026.
- 30 deficiencies cited in the last three years Middle in Harris County: 4
- 1 rated High by Texas, its most serious level (needs attention)
- 12 inspections on record
- 2-Star Texas Rising Star rating
Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.
What these words mean5
- Inspection (survey)
- A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
- Deficiency, citation, violation
- What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
- Texas’s risk levels
- Texas gives each child care deficiency a risk level, by how likely it is to harm a child: Low, Medium Low, Medium, Medium High or High. High is its most serious. Source: Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child Care Regulation.
- Licence status
- Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
- Capacity
- The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
What did inspectors find?
30 deficiencies cited in the last three years
The middle of the 2,139 child care providers in Harris County had 4.
12 inspections on record. The latest, on Jul 1, 2026: 1 deficiency cited.
Rated High by Texas: Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children, at the inspection on Jan 6, 2025
Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data) and inspections and investigations. Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.
When those deficiencies happened
30 deficiencies in 8 months of the last 36. Last cited Jul 2026. Most serious: High. The last 3 years, to Nov 5, 2026.
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| 2024 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2025 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2026 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov |
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Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.
Each deficiency, in Texas’s words
Grouped by visit, newest first, with the risk level Texas gave it, from Low to High.
Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data). Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.
Jul 1, 2026: inspection1 deficiency
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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.”
Mar 26, 2026: assessment1 deficiency
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Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The last fire inspection was completed on 8/30/2024.”
Jan 14, 2026: inspection1 deficiency
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One Seat Belt Per Person
“Two children were doubled up in a seat belt.”
Dec 19, 2025: inspection2 deficiencies
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Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal
“The last fire inspection was completed on 8/30/2024.”
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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.”
Jul 29, 2025: inspection4 deficiencies
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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.”
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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.”
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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.”
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Children’s Records - Health Statement
“1 out of 4 children’s records is missing the health statement.”
Apr 29, 2025: inspection2 deficiencies
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Pest Extermination
“Three active ant beds were found on the playground.”
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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.”
Jan 17, 2025: assessment1 deficiency
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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.”
Jan 6, 2025: inspection16 deficiencies
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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.”
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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.”
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Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
“During the walkthrough inspection seven staff cprtrainings expired as of 8/1/2024.”
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Infant Care Area Furnishings and Equipment - Adult-sized Chair
“During the walkthrough inspection there was not a rocking chair present in the infant room.”
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Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
“During the walkthrough a classroom became unsafe to use and licensing was not made aware at inspection.”
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Safety - 220-Volt Electrical Connections Covered
“During the walkthrough inspection all electrical outlets were not all covered.”
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Safety - Air Conditioners, Fans, Heaters Safeguarded
“During the walkthrough inspection the children have access to the air conditioner outside.”
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Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
“During the walkthrough inspection the playground materials have a missing board, protruding nails, and water in sand stand.”
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Posting Requirements - Emergency and evacuation relocation diagram
“During the walkthrough inspection the emergency evacautaion diagram was not posted in all active rooms.”
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Fenced Outdoor Activity Space
“During the inspection walkthrough the operation fence in the play area is not the required height.”
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Emergency Preparedness Plan - Evacuation, relocation, and sheltering/lock-down procedures
“During the walkthrough inspection the evacuation plan was not posted in all active rooms.”
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Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
“During the inspection records reviewed two caregivers did not have the annual 24 hours training.”
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Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“During the walkthrough inspection a child under 2 was watching television.”
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Screen Time Activities - Not Exceed One Hour Daily
“During the inspection time period the children watched television more then an hour.”
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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.”
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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.”
Jan 23, 2024: inspection1 deficiency
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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.”
Jan 18, 2024: assessment1 deficiency
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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.”
5 deficiencies older than three years
Feb 15, 2023: inspection4 deficiencies
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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”
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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.”
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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.”
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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.”
Jan 31, 2023: assessment1 deficiency
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Report Number of Employees
“Operation failed to report the number of employees that left the previous year.”
All 16 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2026 | Inspection | 1 deficiency cited |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Assessment | 1 deficiency cited |
| Jan 29, 2026 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Jan 14, 2026 | Inspection | 1 deficiency cited |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Inspection | 2 deficiencies cited |
| Aug 22, 2025 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Jul 29, 2025 | Inspection | 4 deficiencies cited |
| Apr 29, 2025 | Inspection | 2 deficiencies cited |
| Jan 29, 2025 | Inspection | No violation found |
| Jan 17, 2025 | Assessment | 1 deficiency cited |
| Jan 6, 2025 | Inspection | 16 deficiencies cited |
| Jan 23, 2024 | Inspection | 1 deficiency cited |
| Jan 18, 2024 | Assessment | 1 deficiency cited |
| Feb 15, 2023 | Inspection | 4 deficiencies cited |
| Jan 31, 2023 | Assessment | 1 deficiency cited |
| Mar 10, 2022 | Inspection | No violation found |
Is it licensed?
- Licensed Center, permit issued Jun 25, 1990.
- Its permit has conditions.
- Accepts state child care subsidies.
- Licensed for ages: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School.
- Capacity: 85 children.
Texas HHSC, child care operations. Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.
Has Texas acted against it?
- No corrective or adverse action by Texas on record.
- 0 reports to the state on record; Texas doesn’t publish whether they were A complaint allegation the state investigated and found true: the evidence showed it more likely than not happened. Inconclusive means the evidence couldn’t show it either way. Neither inconclusive nor unsubstantiated proves it didn’t happen. Source: California Department of Social Services, complaint findings; each state’s licensing agency..
Texas HHSC, child care operations and inspections and investigations. Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.
Who does the caring?
- Texas doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual providers. State rules set staff-to-child ratios by age.
Who owns it?
- Texas’s open data doesn’t list owners.
How is it rated?
- Texas Rising Star: 2-Star (the first of three levels).
Texas Workforce Commission, subsidy providers and Texas Rising Star. Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.
How does it compare nearby?
- Among 2139 child care providers in Harris County, the middle value for deficiencies cited in the last three years was 4; this one had 30.
Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data). Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.
| Place | Deficiencies, 3 years |
|---|---|
| Dimples A* Cat *a *me Childcare & Learning Center This child care provider | 30 |
| Treneka Denay Plattenburg | Not given |
| Perlita Del Sur | 11 |
| Jacinto City Preschool | 3 |
| Yorkshire Academy | 4 |
| Immanuel Lutheran Church and School | 12 |
| Brooke’s Learning Corner | 4 |
| School in the Pines | 2 |
| Gloria Dei Early Childhood Program | 7 |
| Childrens Cottage Infant Center | 11 |
| Resurrection Lutheran Early Learning Center | 5 |
| Channelview I S D Children’s Center | 4 |
What the record doesn’t say
- Texas doesn’t publish whether a complaint was substantiated.
- Texas rates some paperwork slips as High risk, so read what was actually cited.
- Texas doesn’t publish staffing levels or owners for individual providers.
Sources
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Child care operations (bc5r-88dy).
Released Nov 5, 2026 and checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily. Creative Commons 1.0 Universal (Public Domain Dedication).
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Inspections and investigations (m5q4-3y3d).
Released Nov 5, 2026 and checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily. Creative Commons 1.0 Universal (Public Domain Dedication).
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Deficiencies (non-compliance data) (tqgd-mf4x).
Released Nov 5, 2026 and checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily. Creative Commons 1.0 Universal (Public Domain Dedication).
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Texas Workforce Commission, Subsidy providers and Texas Rising Star.
Released Nov 5, 2026 and checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily. No licence stated.
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