Handprints Academy
Does Handprints Academy have a state child-care violation history?
Texas HHSC records list 23 child-care citations for Handprints Academy in FORNEY, TX. The state assigns each cited standard a risk level; for this facility, 3 are recorded at the High level and 15 at Medium High, with the remainder at Medium, Medium Low, or Low. Each entry below reproduces the standard Texas cited and the state's own description of what was found.
These are licensing-record findings, not a judgment about any child or family. The dates shown are the dates Texas recorded a correction as verified — they are not inspection dates, and the record may lag the state's current file. This page reflects the published record as of its last update and is not a complete history; the authoritative source is Texas HHSC.
Texas HHSC recorded 3 High-risk citations at this facility.
Risk levels below are Texas HHSC's own labels, shown verbatim.
- High
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.
- High
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.
- High
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.
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- Medium High
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.
- Medium High
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.
- Medium High
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.
- Medium High
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.
- Medium High
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.
- Medium High
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.
- Medium High
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.
- Medium High
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.
- Medium High
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.
- Medium High
746.3701(5) - Safety - Play Materials and Equipment Safe
Broken wooden fixtures for plants were observed on the entrance to the play yard.
- Medium High
746.3701(1) - Safety - Electrical Outlets Covered
Several electrical outlet covers were found without an electrical safety cover.
- Medium High
746.3401(b) - Annual Sanitation Inspection - Conducted Local Sanitation Official
The annual health inspection has not been conducted.
- Medium High
746.3407(10) - Center Heated, Lighted and Ventilated Properly
The operation smells like mildew.
- Medium High
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
Documentation of the most recent annual fire inspection was not availble for review.
- Medium High
746.5403(a) - Gas Leak Inspection - Natural Gas
A natural gas insepction has not been conducted.
- Medium
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.
- Medium
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.
- Medium
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.
- Medium
746.1309(a) - Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required
9/10 staff files reviewed were missing a portion of their required trainings.
- Medium
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
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Compiled from public Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Child-Care Licensing records. To flag a discrepancy, write to records@daycaredossier.com.