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Handprints Academy

A licensed child care center in Forney, Texas 75126

412 W Broad St, Forney, Texas 75126. (972) 564-5335.

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The short answer

Record last released by Texas HHSC on Nov 5, 2026.

The last 24 months 19 deficiencies in 3 months of the last 36. Last cited Jul 2026. Most serious: High. Every month

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?

19 deficiencies cited in the last three years

The middle of the 83 child care providers in Kaufman County had 1.

17 inspections on record. The latest, on Oct 19, 2026: no violation found.

Rated High by Texas: Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance, at the report to the state on Apr 16, 2026

Rated High by Texas: Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control, at the report to the state on Apr 16, 2026

Rated High by Texas: Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children, at the inspection on Sep 29, 2025

Source:

Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data) and inspections and investigations. Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.

When those deficiencies happened

19 deficiencies in 3 months of the last 36. Last cited Jul 2026. Most serious: High. The last 3 years, to Nov 5, 2026.

19 deficiencies by month over the last 3 years. Each cell is one month.
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
2023 Dec
2024 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
2025 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
2026 JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNov

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No visit on record Visited, nothing cited A stronger orange is more serious, on its source’s own levels, read onto four bands: from the least serious it publishes to the most
Source:

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.

Source:

Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data). Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.

Jul 16, 2026: inspection2 deficiencies
  • Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

    “There was a leaky roof in the gym caused by rain during the inspection.”

    Rule 746.3407. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jul 23, 2026. Correction verified: Aug 12, 2026.

  • Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records

    “FIve staff records were reviewed and lacked: education information, orientation statement, preemployment affidavit, and notarized affidavits.”

    Rule 746.801(3). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Jul 30, 2026. Correction verified: Aug 12, 2026.

Apr 24, 2026: assessment1 deficiency
  • Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection

    “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.”

    Rule 746.3405. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 24, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 1, 2026.

Apr 16, 2026: report to the state8 deficiencies
  • Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

    “The director failed ensure timely repairs were made, which led to the development of mold within the operation.”

    Rule 746.1003(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 28, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 1, 2026.

  • Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control

    “The operation failed to show good judgment and competency when continuing to provide care in an unsafe and unsanitary environment.”

    Rule 746.1201(1). High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 28, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 1, 2026.

  • Complying with Laws and Rules

    “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.”

    Rule 746.201(9). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 28, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 1, 2026.

  • Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence

    “The operation failed to notify licensing of significant water damage and visible mold growth throughout the facility that created an unsafe and unsanitary environment.”

    Rule 746.305(a)(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 28, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 1, 2026.

  • Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns

    “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.”

    Rule 746.3301(b). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: May 15, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 1, 2026.

  • Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

    The inspectors’ words, 101 words

    “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.”

    Rule 746.3407(9). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Apr 27, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 1, 2026.

  • Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar, unless allowed by CACFP

    “Based on evidence gathered throughout the investigation, it has been determined that the operation severed the children in care sugary beverages for several days.”

    Rule 746.3301(g). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: May 15, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 1, 2026.

  • Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist

    “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.”

    Rule 746.4751(b). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: May 15, 2026. Correction verified: Jun 1, 2026.

Sep 29, 2025: inspection8 deficiencies
  • Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children

    “Cleaning supplies were found in child care rooms in unlocked cabinets during inspection.”

    Rule 746.3407(12). High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Sep 29, 2025.

  • Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children

    “A child with special needs was observed crying. Caregivers did not attend to the child in a timely or appropriate manner.”

    Rule 746.1203(5). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Sep 29, 2025. Correction verified: Nov 12, 2025.

  • Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

    “Restrooms used by the children have rust on the toilet paper rollers. CCR observed several stains on toilet seats.”

    Rule 746.3407. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Oct 29, 2025. Correction verified: Nov 12, 2025.

  • Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered

    “Several electrical outlet covers were found without an electrical safety cover.”

    Rule 746.3701(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Sep 29, 2025.

  • Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe

    “Broken wooden fixtures for plants were observed on the entrance to the play yard.”

    Rule 746.3701(5). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Oct 29, 2025. Correction verified: Nov 12, 2025.

  • Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less

    “CCR observed loose fill less than the required height of six inches on the outdoor activity play space.”

    Rule 746.4907(a)(1). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Oct 29, 2025. Correction verified: Nov 12, 2025.

  • Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation

    “The operation did not have documentation of monthly carbon monoxide testing for CCR to view.”

    Rule 746.5537(a)(3). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Oct 29, 2025. Correction verified: Nov 12, 2025.

  • Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist

    “The operation did not have an active play maintenance checklist available for CCR to view.”

    Rule 746.4751(b). Medium, by Texas’s label. Corrected during the inspection. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Sep 29, 2025.

6 deficiencies older than three years
Nov 2, 2023: inspection4 deficiencies
  • Annual Sanitation Inspection - Conducted Local Sanitation Official

    “The annual health inspection has not been conducted.”

    Rule 746.3401(b). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 1, 2023. Correction verified: Nov 14, 2023.

  • Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly

    “The operation smells like mildew.”

    Rule 746.3407(10). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Nov 9, 2023. Correction verified: Nov 14, 2023.

  • Documentation of Fire Inspection

    “Documentation of the most recent annual fire inspection was not availble for review.”

    Rule 746.5103. Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 1, 2023. Correction verified: Nov 14, 2023.

  • Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas

    “A natural gas insepction has not been conducted.”

    Rule 746.5403(a). Medium High, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 1, 2023. Correction verified: Nov 14, 2023.

Nov 30, 2021: inspection2 deficiencies
  • Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

    “9/10 staff files reviewed were missing a portion of their required trainings.”

    Rule 746.1309(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Dec 31, 2021. Correction verified: Feb 4, 2022.

  • 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

    “A 14 month old was observed napping with children up to 3 years with one caregiver. THIS WAS CORRECTED AT INSPECTION”

    Rule 746.1613(a). Medium, by Texas’s label. Correction date, as Texas HHSC recorded it: Nov 30, 2021. Correction verified: Dec 8, 2021.

All 25 visits on record
Inspections, investigations and reports to the state
DateVisitWhat the record says
Oct 19, 2026InspectionNo violation found
Oct 15, 2026InspectionNo violation found
Oct 15, 2026Report to the stateNo violation found
Sep 8, 2026InspectionNo violation found
Sep 3, 2026Report to the stateNo violation found
Aug 12, 2026InspectionNo violation found
Jul 16, 2026Inspection2 deficiencies cited
Jun 18, 2026InspectionNo violation found
Jun 16, 2026Report to the stateNo violation found
Jun 1, 2026InspectionNo violation found
Apr 24, 2026Assessment1 deficiency cited
Apr 20, 2026InspectionNo violation found
Apr 16, 2026Report to the state8 deficiencies cited
Nov 12, 2025InspectionNo violation found
Oct 28, 2025Report to the stateNo violation found
Sep 29, 2025Inspection8 deficiencies cited
Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo violation found
Mar 27, 2025Report to the stateNo violation found
Oct 31, 2024InspectionNo violation found
Nov 14, 2023InspectionNo violation found
Nov 2, 2023Inspection4 deficiencies cited
Oct 23, 2023Report to the stateNo violation found
Nov 10, 2022InspectionNo violation found
Dec 8, 2021InspectionNo violation found
Nov 30, 2021Inspection2 deficiencies cited

Is it licensed?

  • Licensed Center, permit issued May 30, 2012.
  • Accepts state child care subsidies.
  • Licensed for ages: Infant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School.
  • Capacity: 141 children.
Source:

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.
  • 7 reports to the state on record; Texas doesn’t publish whether they were .
Source:

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: 4-Star (the highest of three levels).
Source:

Texas Workforce Commission, subsidy providers and Texas Rising Star. Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.

How does it compare nearby?

  • Among 83 child care providers in Kaufman County, the middle value for deficiencies cited in the last three years was 1; this one had 19.
Source:

Texas HHSC, deficiencies (non-compliance data). Released Nov 5, 2026. Updated daily.

12 of the 83 in Kaufman County, as the source lists them, same ZIP code first
PlaceDeficiencies, 3 years
Handprints Academy This child care provider19
Eangee Anderson1
Janel LappNot given
Smart Start Montessori School12
April Hicks10
Christy Marie Hardy0
Primrose School of Forney at Gateway17
The Goddard School of Forney10
Heartland Home Daycare11
Children’s Lighthouse of Forney15
Dunkin Academy of Forney13
Sonia Moore0
Jenny Powell7

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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Source:

This copy of the record was made on Nov 5, 2026.

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Not fully inspected in over two years (CMS flag)

11 health citations at the latest inspection cycle

The state average is 14.3.

Source:

CMS, State and US Averages and Health Deficiencies. Released Oct 28, 2026. Updated monthly.

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