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Handprints Academy

412 W Broad St, Forney, TX 751264.5· 42 reviews
licensed capacity
141
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$191
year first permitted
2012

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About Handprints Academy

Handprints Academy is a licensed child care center in Forney, Texas. The state has permitted it since May 30, 2012, for up to 141 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
141 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
StaffCPR-trained staff
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided
SafetySecure entryways, Outdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
DiscountsFirst Responder discount; Medical Professional discount
Parent updatesParent app (Procare)
Licensed capacity141 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Handprints Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Kaufman County has a median price of $191 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.
Kaufman County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$191
Home daycare$167

Toddler

Center$176
Home daycare$158

Preschool

Center$170
Home daycare$156

School age

Center$159
Home daycare$146

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Handprints Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Full Permit
Capacity
141 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Permit issued
2012
License number
#1392490
See the state's record

Summary

18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 18 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 8
  • Safety and hazards 6
  • Food and nutrition 3
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Other rules 2

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.

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See all 22 visits
  1. Sep 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Sep 3, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  3. Aug 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 16, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment

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

      The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.801(3) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2026

  5. Jun 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 16, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  7. Jun 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Apr 24, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3405 - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

  9. Apr 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Apr 16, 2026Complaint investigation8 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh risk

      746.1201(1) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

    • Other rulesHigh risk

      746.1003(1) - Director Responsibilities - Operate in Compliance

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

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

    • Other rulesMedium High risk

      746.201(9) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium risk

      746.4751(b) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

    • Food and nutritionMedium risk

      746.3301(g) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

    • Food and nutritionMedium High risk

      746.3301(b) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(9) - Floors, ceilings and Walls in Good Repair and Clean

      “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.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.305(a)(1) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026

Show 12 earlier visits
  1. Nov 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Oct 28, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  3. Sep 29, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium risk

      746.4751(b) - Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Monthly Maintenance Checklist

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

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered

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

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe

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

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidanceMedium High risk

      746.1203(5) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.4907(a)(1) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407 - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5537(a)(3) - 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.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Safety and hazardsHigh risk

      746.3407(12) - 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.”

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 27, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. Oct 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Nov 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Nov 2, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection

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

      The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2023

    • Safety and hazardsMedium High risk

      746.5403(a) - Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas

      “A natural gas insepction has not been conducted.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium High risk

      746.3407(10) - Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly

      “The operation smells like mildew.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2023

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium High risk

      746.3401(b) - Annual Sanitation Inspection - Conducted Local Sanitation Official

      “The annual health inspection has not been conducted.”

      The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2023

  9. Oct 23, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  10. Nov 10, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Dec 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Nov 30, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosMedium risk

      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

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

      The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2021

    • Staff training and qualificationsMedium risk

      746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required

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

      The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2022

Copied from Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Sep 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Handprints Academy

Is Handprints Academy licensed?

Yes. Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists it as licensed and operating, with a permit issued May 30, 2012.

When was Handprints Academy last inspected?

Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Handprints Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 5 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 Handprints Academy care for?

141, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Handprints Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Handprints Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Handprints Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (972) 564-5335 to ask.

What is Handprints Academy's phone number?

(972) 564-5335.

Where is Handprints Academy?

412 W Broad St, Forney, TX 75126. The nearest other daycare we list is First Methodist Forney Parents Day Out and Pre-school, under 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).