Cadence Academy, Forney
929 F M 741 S, Forney, TX
4.3· 73 reviews
Joanna Lara
- licensed capacity
- 11
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $167
- year first permitted
- 2022
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About Joanna Lara
Joanna Lara is a home daycare in Forney, Texas. It is registered with the state (since September 29, 2022), for up to 11 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 11 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 11 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Joanna Lara has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Kaufman County has a median price of $167 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.
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
State record
Inspection reports for Joanna Lara
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 11 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2022
- License number
- #1746007
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Background checks 3
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safe sleep 1
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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Jul 7, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
“The primary caregiver did not have current CPR practiced on a manikin.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 13, 2026
747.801(6) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Pet Vaccinations
“The home did not have current pet vaccination documentation at the time of the inspection.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2026
747.635(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Logs Maintained
“At the time of the inspection, the operation did not maintain a record of sign-in and out or attendance.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
747.801(7) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Safety Drills Documentation
“The safety drill documentation was not being maintained.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
747.801(1) - Records Maintained and Made Available - Children's Records
“Two children did not have children records available for review and two children lacked current immunization records and a health statement.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2026
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“The operation allowed a household member to be present before receiving a background check determination of Eligible, Provisional Eligibility with Conditions, or Eligible with Conditions.”
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2026
Aug 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
747.3113(1) - Maintain Menus
“There were no menus created.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“The last fire drill conducted was in May 2025.”
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
Apr 11, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
745.641 - AP Background check results - Must receive notification prior to allowing subject to be present at your operation
“A cleaning lady that comes to the home Monday, Wednesday, and Friday every week was present while children were in care without a background check in file. The lady was observed attending to the children. 4/11/24-Primary caregiver's son (23Y) is now living permanently in the home as of 4/7/24. He has no background check submitted.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 19, 2024
747.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
“Three out of six files were missing the immunization records during the visit.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 19, 2024
Apr 2, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
747.5103 - Must Have at Least One 3A-40BC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher or Fire Extinguisher Approved by Fire Marshal
“There was no fire extinguisher with the type 3A-40BC in the home available during the visit.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2024
747.2326(a)(1) - Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device
“An 9 month infant was observed asleep on a restrictive device (baby bouncer) in the master bedroom.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2024
745.621(a)(7) - AP Initial background checks submitted - At the time you become aware of anyone requiring a background check under 745.605
“A cleaning lady that comes to the home Monday, Wednesday, and Friday every week was present while children were in care without a background check in file. The lady was observed attending to the children.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2024
- Sep 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 19, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Joanna Lara
Is Joanna Lara licensed?
Yes. Joanna Lara is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued September 29, 2022. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Joanna Lara last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Joanna Lara had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Joanna Lara care for?
11, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Joanna Lara accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Joanna Lara's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Joanna Lara cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (210) 852-7957 to ask.
What is Joanna Lara's phone number?
(210) 852-7957.
Where is Joanna Lara?
Forney, TX 75126. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.