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Lil' Cats Daycare

1609 S Commercial Ave, Coleman, TX 76834
licensed capacity
66
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$124
year first permitted
2017

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About Lil' Cats Daycare

Lil' Cats Daycare is a licensed child care center in Coleman, Texas. The state has permitted it since November 1, 2017, for up to 66 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
66 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity66 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Lil' Cats Daycare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Coleman 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.
Coleman County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$124
Home daycare$113

Toddler

Center$117
Home daycare$108

Preschool

Center$114
Home daycare$107

School age

Center$108
Home daycare$102

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Lil' Cats Daycare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
66 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2017
License number
#1652664
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 16, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 11 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected

  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1

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.

The state lists conditions on this permit.

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  1. Mar 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 15, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

      “During the DFPS investigation it was determined that a caregiver failed to use good judgement when improperly picking up an infant by the shoulders.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2026

  4. Dec 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Dec 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleepHigh risk

      746.2428 - No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File

      “Two infant children were observed sleeping in infant sleep sacks covering their arms and hands. This was corrected at inspection when the children were removed from sleep sacks.”

      The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2025

  6. Sep 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Sep 16, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  8. Jan 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jan 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Feb 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 12 earlier visits
  1. Feb 15, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium High risk

      746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.

      “1 caregiver file reviewed did not have a valid CPR cerfication available for review. This caregiver was observed supervising children alone. This was corrected at inspection when another caregiver stepped into the classroom.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosMedium High risk

      746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

      “A caregiver was observed supervising 16 children alone when the specified age of the group was 3 yrs old. This was corrected at the inspection when another caregiver entered to assist.”

      The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2024

  2. Mar 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 14, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium High risk

      746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking System

      “There are total of 48 children in care. The operation has two tracking systems. One system only accounted for 31 children. The other system only accounted for 42 children. There were 6 children not accounted for. This was corrected at inspection when all children were signed in.”

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes

      “The operation has not completed a fire drill since Jan 19, 2023.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2023

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh risk

      746.1205(a)(4) - Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity

      “Upon arrival at the center a 2 year old child was observed in the bathroom alone, unsupervised.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2023

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 Days

      “Infant feeding forms are not being maintained each month for children not yet on table food.”

      The state verified the correction on Mar 22, 2023

  4. Mar 7, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  5. Sep 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jul 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jul 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jun 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jun 13, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns

      “During lunch, milk was not served until directed to do so. Serving sizes were not correct for the fruit or veggies. One 20 oz can of pineapple chunks and one 14.5 oz can of whole corn were served to feed a total of 20 children. No eating utensils were provided, so children were eating with their hands. There was not enough food provided for seconds.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

      “Bleach and air freshener were on the shelf above the tub in the bathroom. This was moved to a higher shelf during the inspection.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2022

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5101(b) - Annual Fire Inspection - Conducted by Fire Marshal

      “The fire inspection was due 5-22-22, and has not been completed.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 23, 2022

  10. Nov 18, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Nov 9, 2021Visit1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “It was determined during this investigation that there was a large hole in the laundry room ceiling caused by previous water damage, there was damage to the paneling in the toddler room due to water damage, there was dark discoloration under the caulking in the infant room. The operation has had contractors repair the damage.”

      The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2022

  12. Oct 21, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

      “A large tree that has rotted and is dead, is adjacent to the play yard and had large chunks of bark falling of and possibly presents a risk of the tree trunk falling and causing injury to children inside and outside of the building. There was paneling observed coming away from the wall and showing signs of splintering and this appears to have been caused by water leaks. A window right below this paneling has dark substance that appears to be mold.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2021

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Lil' Cats Daycare

Is Lil' Cats Daycare licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued November 1, 2017.

When was Lil' Cats Daycare last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on March 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Lil' Cats Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Daycare care for?

66, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Lil' Cats Daycare accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Lil' Cats Daycare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Lil' Cats Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (325) 625-1076 to ask.

What is Lil' Cats Daycare's phone number?

(325) 625-1076.

Where is Lil' Cats Daycare?

1609 S Commercial Ave, Coleman, TX 76834. The nearest other daycare we list is Tomorrows Treasures, 1.7 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).