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Marshall, TX 75670 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Lil' Cats Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 52
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $124
- year first permitted
- 2026
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About
About Lil' Cats Child Development Center
Lil' Cats Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Harleton, Texas. The state has permitted it since March 31, 2026, for up to 52 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 52 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 52 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lil' Cats Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harrison County has a median price of $124 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$124
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$118
Home daycare$110
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$108
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$104
State record
Inspection reports for Lil' Cats Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 52 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2026
- License number
- #1812640
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 10 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Background checks 1
- Other rules 2
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Sep 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 31, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
“Four children's files were reviewed. Child #3 does not have a signed parent's rights form. Child #4 Is missing an address for the emergency contact and a health statement from page 4 is not checked and signed.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
746.901 - Required Personnel Records
“Four employee files were reviewed. Employee #1 is missing a photo id, cpr/1st aid card, and notarized affidavit of employment. Employee #2 is missing a hire date and a notarized affidavit of employment. Employee #3 is missing a photo id and cpr/1st aid card.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
- Nov 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“During inspection the infant rooom was too dark and my eyes had to adjust. A current was opened to provide more light.”
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 25, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
746.605(11) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
“During the inspection it was found that the operation does not have any current enrollment forms for the children including shot records, emergency medical treatment permission, etc.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.2911 - Adequate Lighting During Naptime
“The nappingn room needs additional lighting where eyes do not have to adjust to see the children.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.2401(7) - Basic Requirements for Infants - Never Unsupervised
“During inspection the infant room was left unsupervised with sleeping infants with the door closed.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
“During the inspection it was found that the director has not enrolled in any classes to complete business management training for her ceritifcate and is not fullfilling the role of director as she is required to be in a classroom all day. The records and required documents are not maintained.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.1613(b) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio
“Naptime ratios require that all classrooms with children be supervised with a caregiver in the room.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
“The records were not available during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.2207(c)(4) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used During Eating or Rest Times
“During inspection children were observed watching a move during rest time.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.1613(a)(4) - Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required
“During inspection at naptime there were two teachers in the building each supervising a group of children and an additional person was not in the building.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
“During inspection, current staff do not have a peronnel file showing hire dates, birthdate, graduation info, that handbooks have been reviewed and that orientation was completed. There are no training certificates available for review.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.113(a) - Operating in compliance with MS Rules Licensed
“During inspection it was found that the permit holder is not ensuring that the director and staff are following the minimum standards including record keeping, supervision, and ratios.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
746.801(10) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Documentation for Emergency Drills, Fire Extinguishers, & Smoke Detectors
“The record was not available at inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2025
May 28, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible for
“During inspection, a caregiver was not aware of how many children were in their care. During inspection, the caregiver identified and counted children and got a list to check name to face.”
Corrected during the visit
746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
“During inspection infants were observed walking around with food and bottle. Bottles and food were removed during inspectionl.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children
“During inspection the infant room was observed to have six infants with 1 caregiver. The room came into ratio when another caregiver was brought into the room.”
Corrected during the visit
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“During inspection a caregiver was found to be working with children without an eligibility. The caregiver was removed from the operation during inspection.”
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2025
746.2431 - Infant Daily Report - Share with Parent
“Infant daily sheets are not being sent home regularly.”
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025
- Mar 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 3, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
746.4309 - Fenced Outdoor Activity Space -Gates Locked
“Gate exit on playground has wrapped chain that cannot be easily accessed to escape by caregivers in the event of an emergency.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2025
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
“Operation does not have a fire inspection under the new permit number.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2025
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“Operation does not have a current health inspection under new permit number.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2025
746.3317(8) - Food Service and Preparation Requirement - Cover All Stored Food
“Food was observed uncovered in the frigerator but was covered during inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.5209(c) - No Blocked or Locked Doors as Exits
“Prek room has chairs in front of outdoor exit door and door cannot be easily exited in the event of an emergency and cannot be accessed to get to the playground.”
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Lil' Cats Child Development Center
Is Lil' Cats Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued March 31, 2026.
When was Lil' Cats Child Development Center last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lil' Cats Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 5 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 24 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Lil' Cats Child Development Center care for?
52, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Lil' Cats Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Lil' Cats Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lil' Cats Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (903) 777-3637 to ask.
What is Lil' Cats Child Development Center's phone number?
(903) 777-3637.
Where is Lil' Cats Child Development Center?
120 Central Ave, Harleton, TX 75651.