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Handprints Academy

412 W Broad St, Forney, TX 75126 · Kaufman County
2 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

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.

Inspection record

Better than 12%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. Among the most cited
#16 of 16 centers in Forney
3High risk
16Medium High risk
6Medium risk
0Medium Low risk
0Low risk
25 citations from 15 inspections and 6 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 11 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 8, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Sep 8, 2026 · Inspection · no citationSep 3, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationAug 12, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJul 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 18, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 16, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationJun 1, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 24, 2026 · Assessment · citation foundApr 20, 2026 · Inspection · no citationApr 16, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundNov 12, 2025 · Inspection · no citationOct 28, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationSep 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundApr 3, 2025 · Inspection · no citationMar 27, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citationOct 31, 2024 · Inspection · no citationNov 14, 2023 · Inspection · no citationNov 2, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundOct 23, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationNov 10, 2022 · Inspection · no citationDec 8, 2021 · Inspection · no citationNov 30, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety11
Other standards4
Training & qualifications3
Food & feeding3
Records & paperwork2
Caregiver conduct1
Staff ratios1

Citations, newest first

MediumJul 16, 2026InspectionTraining & qualifications
Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Personnel and Training Records §746.801(3)
FIve staff records were reviewed and lacked: education information, orientation statement, preemployment affidavit, and notarized affidavits.
Correction verified Aug 12, 2026
Medium HighJul 16, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
There was a leaky roof in the gym caused by rain during the inspection.
Correction verified Aug 12, 2026
Medium HighApr 24, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Corrections Made to Annual Sanitation Inspection §746.3405
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 verified Jun 1, 2026
Medium HighApr 16, 2026Found during an investigationOther standards
Complying with Laws and Rules §746.201(9)
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 verified Jun 1, 2026
MediumApr 16, 2026Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist §746.4751(b)
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 verified Jun 1, 2026
Medium HighApr 16, 2026Found during an investigationFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - Follow Meal Patterns §746.3301(b)
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 verified Jun 1, 2026
Medium HighApr 16, 2026Found during an investigationRecords & paperwork
Report Unsafe Facility Occurrence §746.305(a)(1)
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 verified Jun 1, 2026
Medium HighApr 16, 2026Found during an investigationBuilding & playground safety
Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean §746.3407(9)
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 verified Jun 1, 2026
MediumApr 16, 2026Found during an investigationFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - No Beverages with Added Sugar, unless allowed by CACFP §746.3301(g)
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 verified Jun 1, 2026
HighApr 16, 2026Found during an investigationCaregiver conduct
Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control §746.1201(1)
The operation failed to show good judgment and competency when continuing to provide care in an unsafe and unsanitary environment.
Correction verified Jun 1, 2026
HighApr 16, 2026Found during an investigationTraining & qualifications
Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance §746.1003(1)
The director failed ensure timely repairs were made, which led to the development of mold within the operation.
Correction verified Jun 1, 2026
Medium HighSep 29, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe §746.3701(5)
Broken wooden fixtures for plants were observed on the entrance to the play yard.
Correction verified Nov 12, 2025
HighSep 29, 2025InspectionFood & feeding
Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children §746.3407(12)
Cleaning supplies were found in child care rooms in unlocked cabinets during inspection.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighSep 29, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
Restrooms used by the children have rust on the toilet paper rollers. CCR observed several stains on toilet seats.
Correction verified Nov 12, 2025
MediumSep 29, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist §746.4751(b)
The operation did not have an active play maintenance checklist available for CCR to view.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighSep 29, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered §746.3701(1)
Several electrical outlet covers were found without an electrical safety cover.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighSep 29, 2025InspectionOther standards
Responsibilities of Caregivers - Interact positively with children §746.1203(5)
A child with special needs was observed crying. Caregivers did not attend to the child in a timely or appropriate manner.
Correction verified Nov 12, 2025
Medium HighSep 29, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Electronic or Battery-Operated Carbon Monoxide Detector-Document Test Date, Battery Installation Date, and Staff Name Testing and Installation §746.5537(a)(3)
The operation did not have documentation of monthly carbon monoxide testing for CCR to view.
Correction verified Nov 12, 2025
Medium HighSep 29, 2025InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
CCR observed loose fill less than the required height of six inches on the outdoor activity play space.
Correction verified Nov 12, 2025
Medium HighNov 2, 2023InspectionOther standards
Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas §746.5403(a)
A natural gas insepction has not been conducted.
Correction verified Nov 14, 2023
Medium HighNov 2, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Documentation of Fire Inspection §746.5103
Documentation of the most recent annual fire inspection was not availble for review.
Correction verified Nov 14, 2023
Medium HighNov 2, 2023InspectionOther standards
Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly §746.3407(10)
The operation smells like mildew.
Correction verified Nov 14, 2023
Medium HighNov 2, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Annual Sanitation Inspection - Conducted Local Sanitation Official §746.3401(b)
The annual health inspection has not been conducted.
Correction verified Nov 14, 2023
MediumNov 30, 2021InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
9/10 staff files reviewed were missing a portion of their required trainings.
Correction verified Feb 4, 2022
MediumNov 30, 2021InspectionStaff ratios
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 §746.1613(a)
A 14 month old was observed napping with children up to 3 years with one caregiver. THIS WAS CORRECTED AT INSPECTION
Correction verified Dec 8, 2021

About this center

Licensed capacity141 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:00 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceMay 30, 2012
DirectorBernetta Dunkentell
Phone9725645335
State operation #1392490

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.

Licensed centers nearby

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.