Norma Garcia Coureaux
Houston, TX 77042 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Zebra Zone Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 150
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
- year first permitted
- 1986
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About
About Zebra Zone Child Care
Zebra Zone Child Care is a licensed child care center in Houston, Texas. The state has permitted it since December 5, 1986, for up to 150 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 150 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 150 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Zebra Zone Child Care has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harris County has a median price of $185 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$185
Home daycare$164
Toddler
Center$172
Home daycare$155
Preschool
Center$167
Home daycare$153
School age
Center$156
Home daycare$144
State record
Inspection reports for Zebra Zone Child Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Full Permit
- Capacity
- 150 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 1986
- License number
- #162989
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 10 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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See all 21 visits
- Apr 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 27, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 17, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 23, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and Pulling
“Based on the information obtained, there is sufficient evidence to show that a caregiver grabbed a child's arm for swinging a toy around to avoid a child from being injured.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 12, 2024
Jan 31, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation Inspection
“The annual sanitation inspection has not been conducted since 11/9/2022.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
Show 11 earlier visits
Apr 10, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“During the inspection a child was observed in a chair equipped with safety straps and the straps were not secured. Note: The provider corrected this at inspection by using a different chair and securing the safety straps.”
Corrected during the visit
Feb 7, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
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
“Based upon the findings of the DFPS Investigation, A caregiver did not account for all children when transitioning from outdoor time resulting in a child being left outside on the playground unsupervised.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2023
Feb 1, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
746.2421(a) - Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional
“4 out of 6 infants did not have written feeding instructions available for review during the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2023
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer
“A child was observed sitting in a chair and the safety straps were not secured. Note: The caregiver secured the straps during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.1301(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric first aid with rescue breathing
“1 out of 10 staff files evaluated did not contain current certification in pediatric cpr and first aid trainig.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2023
746.3505(f) - Diapering Procedures-Soiled Diapers Kept in a Sanitary Manner
“The trash can in the Giraffe classroom contained a soiled diaper and there was no cover over the trash can. Note: The provider placed a cover over the trash can during the inspection.”
Corrected during the visit
746.605(13) - Required Admission Information - Special Needs Statement
“2 out of 10 children's files evaluated contained a blank special needs statement.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2023
746.501(a)(18) - Written Operational Policies - Promotion of Physical Activity
“The operational policies did not contain the following information: (C) The type of physical activity (structured and unstructured) that children may engage in at your operation (F) A plan to ensure physical activity occurs on days when extreme weather conditions prohibit or limit outdoor play.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2023
- May 26, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 2, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
746.1315(a) - Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric first aid with rescue breathing and choking.
“One employee does not have a current CPR and first aid training.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2022
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“Four people present in the operation have no initial background check submitted.”
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2022
Dec 14, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based on the information obtained, a deficiency for inappropriate discipline will be cited.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
- Nov 12, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 9, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
746.2805 - Prohibited Punishments - No Harsh, Cruel or Unusual
“Based on the information obtained, a deficiency for inappropriate discipline will be cited.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
- Oct 29, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 20, 2021Visit1 rule cited
746.2805(1) - Prohibited Punishments - Corporal Punishment
“Based on the information gathered, a caregiver has used inappropriate discipline including grabbing a child’s arm with force.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 14, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Zebra Zone Child Care
Is Zebra Zone Child Care licensed?
Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued December 5, 1986.
When was Zebra Zone Child Care last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on April 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Zebra Zone Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Zebra Zone Child Care care for?
150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Zebra Zone Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Zebra Zone Child Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Zebra Zone Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (713) 251-5260 to ask.
What is Zebra Zone Child Care's phone number?
(713) 251-5260.
Where is Zebra Zone Child Care?
12750 Kimberley Ln, Houston, TX 77024. The nearest other daycare we list is Wildcat Way Child Care, under 0.1 miles away.