Handprints Academy
Handprints Academy is a licensed child care center in Forney, TX, licensed for up to 141 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2012. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 15 times and investigated 6 reports. Inspectors recorded 25 citations, 3 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (11 of 25). 11 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 high-risk. 12% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is #16 of 16 centers in Forney and better than 12% of licensed centers statewide.
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FIve staff records were reviewed and lacked: education information, orientation statement, preemployment affidavit, and notarized affidavits.
There was a leaky roof in the gym caused by rain during the 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.
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.
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.
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.
The operation failed to notify licensing of significant water damage and visible mold growth throughout the facility that created an unsafe and unsanitary environment.
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.
Based on evidence gathered throughout the investigation, it has been determined that the operation severed the children in care sugary beverages for several days.
The operation failed to show good judgment and competency when continuing to provide care in an unsafe and unsanitary environment.
The director failed ensure timely repairs were made, which led to the development of mold within the operation.
Broken wooden fixtures for plants were observed on the entrance to the play yard.
Cleaning supplies were found in child care rooms in unlocked cabinets during inspection.
Restrooms used by the children have rust on the toilet paper rollers. CCR observed several stains on toilet seats.
The operation did not have an active play maintenance checklist available for CCR to view.
Several electrical outlet covers were found without an electrical safety cover.
A child with special needs was observed crying. Caregivers did not attend to the child in a timely or appropriate manner.
The operation did not have documentation of monthly carbon monoxide testing for CCR to view.
CCR observed loose fill less than the required height of six inches on the outdoor activity play space.
A natural gas insepction has not been conducted.
Documentation of the most recent annual fire inspection was not availble for review.
The operation smells like mildew.
The annual health inspection has not been conducted.
9/10 staff files reviewed were missing a portion of their required trainings.
A 14 month old was observed napping with children up to 3 years with one caregiver. THIS WAS CORRECTED AT INSPECTION
About this center
Common questions
Does Handprints Academy take infants?
Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.
What are Handprints Academy’s hours?
6 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.
Does Handprints Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes, according to its state licensing record.
Has Handprints Academy had any serious violations?
Inspectors recorded 3 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Apr 16, 2026: “Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control.” Each one is listed in full above.
How does Handprints Academy compare with other daycares in Forney?
It is #16 of 16 centers in Forney by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 12% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).
When was Handprints Academy last inspected?
Sep 8, 2026. No violations were found during that visit.
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Citations are quoted from Texas HHS inspection records. Many are corrected the same day, and a citation is a finding about one rule, not a judgment about a center overall.
To see the official record, search operation 1392490 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.