Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.25
- Local median
- 0.49
Handprints Academy
412 W BROAD ST, Forney, TX 75126-9123
- Operation number:
- 1392490
- Type:
- Licensed Center
- Status:
- Active (Y)
- Records checked:
- August 22, 2026
Additional info
- Source:
- Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation
- County:
- Kaufman
- Capacity:
- 141
- License effective:
- May 30, 2012
- Hours:
- 06:00 AM-06:00 PM
- Days:
- Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
- Phone:
- 9725645335
- Email:
- Not listed
- Website:
- www.handprintsacademy.com
Inspection snapshot
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Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for Handprints Academy from November 30, 2021 through August 12, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 25 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 16, 2026 and involved facility condition.
That higher-concern topic showed up in five inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 25
- Higher-concern violations
- 19
- Repeated topics
- 4
11 in last 12 months
19 in last 12 months
15 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 15.5 local median in 75126
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 21%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 1.32
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Facility condition
Appeared across 5 inspections, with 6 recorded violations.
November 2, 2023September 29, 2025April 16, 2026April 24, 2026July 16, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
November 2, 2023September 29, 2025Child guidance
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 29, 2025April 16, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 29, 2025April 16, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- FIve staff records were reviewed and lacked: education information, orientation statement, preemployment affidavit, and notarized affidavits.
- Correction deadline
- July 30, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated August 12, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium
- Report section
- 746.801(3) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records
- Official code
- 746.801(3)
Higher concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was a leaky roof in the gym caused by rain during the inspection.
- Correction deadline
- July 23, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated August 12, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
- Official code
- 746.3407
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health inspection was conducted at the operation 4/21/26. The health department has recommended to CCR that the operation closes until all repairs are complete due to possible hazards to children and staff.
- Correction deadline
- April 24, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated June 1, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.3405 - Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection
- Official code
- 746.3405
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
- Report finding
- The director failed ensure timely repairs were made, which led to the development of mold within the operation.
- Correction deadline
- April 28, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated June 1, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- High
- Report section
- 746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance
- Official code
- 746.1003(1)
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Based on evidence gathered throughout the investigation, it has been determined that the operation severed the children in care sugary beverages for several days.
- Correction deadline
- May 15, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated June 1, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium
- Report section
- 746.3301(g) - Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar, unless allowed by CACFP
- Official code
- 746.3301(g)
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- The operation failed to show good judgment and competency when continuing to provide care in an unsafe and unsanitary environment.
- Correction deadline
- April 28, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated June 1, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- High
- Report section
- 746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control
- Official code
- 746.1201(1)
Higher concern: Licensing compliance
- Report finding
- The permit holder failed to ensure building maintenance and repairs were made in a timely manner, which resulted in significant water damage and the development of mold throughout the facility. The permit holder also failed to ensure child care regulation was notified of the unsafe and unsanitary environment of the facility. Additionally, the permit holder allowed children to continue receiving care in the operation despite the building being in these unsafe and unsanitary conditions.
- Correction deadline
- April 28, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated June 1, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.201(9) - Complying with Laws and Rules
- Official code
- 746.201(9)
Higher concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Based on evidence gathered throughout the investigation, it was determined that the operation did not follow the meal patterns established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Child and Adult Care Food Program.
- Correction deadline
- May 15, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated June 1, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.3301(b) - Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns
- Official code
- 746.3301(b)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Based on evidence gathered throughout the investigation, it was determined that the operation failed to remove glass from the playground after a vehicle was crashed into the area.
- Correction deadline
- May 15, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated June 1, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium
- Report section
- 746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
- Official code
- 746.4751(b)
Higher concern: Environmental health
- Report finding
- Extensive mold and water damage was observed in four classrooms within the operation. Carpets were observed saturated with water, and visible mold growth (green, blue, and black in color) was present along the walls. The classroom doorways were covered with black plastic that had been stapled in place, restricting access to see those areas. Ceiling tiles had fallen from the roof and remained on the floor without being cleaned up. Additionally, large trash cans and plastic wading pools were placed underneath open ceiling in some of the classrooms with standing water inside. These conditions reflect a significantly unsafe and unsanitary environment.
- Correction deadline
- April 27, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated June 1, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean
- Official code
- 746.3407(9)
Higher concern: Environmental health
- Report finding
- The operation failed to notify licensing of significant water damage and visible mold growth throughout the facility that created an unsafe and unsanitary environment.
- Correction deadline
- April 28, 2026
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated June 1, 2026
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.305(a)(1) - Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence
- Official code
- 746.305(a)(1)
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Several electrical outlet covers were found without an electrical safety cover.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
- Official code
- 746.3701(1)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Broken wooden fixtures for plants were observed on the entrance to the play yard.
- Correction deadline
- October 29, 2025
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated November 12, 2025
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
- Official code
- 746.3701(5)
Medium concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The operation did not have an active play maintenance checklist available for CCR to view.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium
- Report section
- 746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist
- Official code
- 746.4751(b)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- CCR observed loose fill less than the required height of six inches on the outdoor activity play space.
- Correction deadline
- October 29, 2025
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated November 12, 2025
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.4907(a)(1) - Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less
- Official code
- 746.4907(a)(1)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The operation did not have documentation of monthly carbon monoxide testing for CCR to view.
- Correction deadline
- October 29, 2025
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated November 12, 2025
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.5537(a)(3) - Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation
- Official code
- 746.5537(a)(3)
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Cleaning supplies were found in child care rooms in unlocked cabinets during inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- High
- Report section
- 746.3407(12) - Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children
- Official code
- 746.3407(12)
Higher concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Restrooms used by the children have rust on the toilet paper rollers. CCR observed several stains on toilet seats.
- Correction deadline
- October 29, 2025
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated November 12, 2025
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment
- Official code
- 746.3407
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- A child with special needs was observed crying. Caregivers did not attend to the child in a timely or appropriate manner.
- Correction deadline
- September 29, 2025
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated November 12, 2025
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.1203(5) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children
- Official code
- 746.1203(5)
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- A natural gas insepction has not been conducted.
- Correction deadline
- December 1, 2023
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated November 14, 2023
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.5403(a) - Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas
- Official code
- 746.5403(a)
Higher concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Documentation of the most recent annual fire inspection was not availble for review.
- Correction deadline
- December 1, 2023
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated November 14, 2023
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
- Official code
- 746.5103
Higher concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The annual health inspection has not been conducted.
- Correction deadline
- December 1, 2023
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated November 14, 2023
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.3401(b) - Annual Sanitation Inspection - Conducted Local Sanitation Official
- Official code
- 746.3401(b)
Higher concern: Other violations
- Report finding
- The operation smells like mildew.
- Correction deadline
- November 9, 2023
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated November 14, 2023
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium High
- Report section
- 746.3407(10) - Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
- Official code
- 746.3407(10)
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 9/10 staff files reviewed were missing a portion of their required trainings.
- Correction deadline
- December 31, 2021
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated February 4, 2022
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium
- Report section
- 746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
- Official code
- 746.1309(a)
Medium concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A 14 month old was observed napping with children up to 3 years with one caregiver. THIS WAS CORRECTED AT INSPECTION
- Correction deadline
- November 30, 2021
- Correction status
- Correction evaluated December 8, 2021
More details
- Official Texas risk level
- Medium
- Report section
- 746.1613(a) - Reduction of child/caregiver naptime ratio by 50% allowed, If 13 or more children in care, children are 18 mo. or older and other standards met
- Official code
- 746.1613(a)