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Little Hands and Footprints 2

117 S 25th St, Temple, TX 76504 · Bell County
4 high-risk citations in last 12 monthsAccepts child care subsidies

Little Hands and Footprints 2 is a licensed child care center in Temple, TX, licensed for up to 33 children and serving infants through school-age children. It has held its Texas license since 2024. Since October 2021, state inspectors have visited 28 times and investigated 4 reports. Inspectors recorded 41 citations, 9 of them high-risk, most often for building & playground safety (8 of 41). 17 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 high-risk. 7% were corrected during the inspection itself. Its last 2 inspections found no violations. Measured by risk-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #28 of 30 centers in Temple and better than 15% of licensed centers statewide.

Inspection record

Better than 15%of 9,147 Texas licensed centers, comparing risk-weighted citations per inspection. More citations than most
Tied for #28 of 30 centers in Temple
9High risk
23Medium High risk
8Medium risk
1Medium Low risk
0Low risk
41 citations from 28 inspections and 4 reports since Oct 1, 2021 · 17 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 19, 2026

Every state visit

20222023202420252026INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom)Aug 19, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 15, 2026 · Inspection · no citationJun 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundJun 5, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citationApr 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMar 24, 2026 · Inspection · no citationMar 18, 2026 · Inspection · citation foundMar 16, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation foundNov 4, 2025 · Inspection · no citationOct 29, 2025 · Inspection · no citationOct 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundOct 20, 2025 · Inspection · citation foundDec 31, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 23, 2024 · Inspection · citation foundMar 5, 2024 · Inspection · no citationDec 27, 2023 · Inspection · no citationNov 29, 2023 · Inspection · no citationNov 22, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citationNov 2, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 12, 2023 · Inspection · no citationOct 3, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundSep 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundJul 6, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJun 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 8, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMay 4, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMay 2, 2023 · Inspection · citation foundMar 29, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMar 27, 2023 · Inspection · no citationMar 23, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation foundMar 6, 2023 · Inspection · no citationJan 18, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Citation foundNo citation

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety8
Health & medication6
Supervision6
Staff ratios5
Sleep safety4
Food & feeding4
Training & qualifications4
Other standards2
Records & paperwork2

Citations, newest first

HighJun 8, 2026InspectionSleep safety
AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age §746.2415(b)
During an inspection I observed a baby sleeping in a bassinet type bed on top of a baby lounger pillow, wearing a bib and having a pacifier string/clip attached to the baby's clothes. The pillow was removed along with the bib and picifier clip. An administrative penalty will be recommended as a result of this citation, per HRC ?42.078.
Correction verified Jun 15, 2026
MediumApr 14, 2026InspectionFood & feeding
Written Feeding Instructions - Signed and Dated by Parent or Health-Care Professional §746.2421(a)
Observed an infant that did not have written feeding instructions.
Correction verified Apr 23, 2026
MediumApr 14, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
Observed 6 children files and 3 were missing immunization record or needed an updated immunization record.
Correction verified Apr 23, 2026
MediumApr 14, 2026InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
There were two children files who were missing health statements.
Correction verified Apr 23, 2026
Medium HighMar 18, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
Observed piles of equipment on the playground that could fall on the children. There were chairs and other equipment stacked up.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2026
Medium HighMar 18, 2026InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Installation and Maintenance of Loose-fill Surfacing - Six Inches if Equipment 5 Ft or Less §746.4907(a)(1)
Observed a slide on the playground that did not have any loose fill. This was corrected when the slide was taken off the playground.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2026
MediumMar 18, 2026InspectionOther standards
Storage for Individual Belongings §746.4505
The operation did not have individual places to put their belongings. The operation did purchase hooks to hang the childrens items.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2026
Medium HighMar 18, 2026InspectionSleep safety
Safety Requirements for Cribs - Snug Fitting, Firm, Flat Mattress Designed for Use in Crib §746.2409(a)(1)
Observed 2 pack and plays with loose fitting sheets.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2026
HighMar 18, 2026InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
Observed a caregiver with children in care go to the kitchen to make breakfast, leaving the children without a caregiver in the classroom.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2026
Medium HighMar 16, 2026Found during an investigationFood & feeding
Required Admission Information-Child's allergies and Completed Food Allergy Plan §746.605(15)
The operation did not have the food allergy form for a child in care who had food allergies. The operation did have a list of food allergies for the child but did not have a signed allergy form from a health care professional letting the operation know what steps to take if the child was to have an allergic reaction. This has been corrected as the child no longer attends the operation.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2026
Medium HighMar 16, 2026Found during an investigationFood & feeding
Nutrition and Food Service - Must not serve identified foods to allergic child §746.3301(i)
The operation provided food to a child who was allergic to the food that was provided. The child no longer attends the operation.
Correction verified Mar 24, 2026
HighOct 23, 2025InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
Observeed two caregivers in a classroom with 7 children, one caregiver was asleep on the floor and the other was on their phone. This was corrected when the caregiver woke up and the other got off of their phone.
Correction verified Oct 27, 2025
HighOct 20, 2025InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
Observed two caregivers on one playground with 2 children on their phones. The other 6 children were on a different playground. This was corrected when the phones were put away and the caregivers put all children in one playground.
Correction verified Oct 23, 2025
MediumOct 20, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Documented Annual Training Area - 24 Hours Required §746.1309(a)
Observed training records, two caregivers were missing the following trainings, Caregiver 1- Child growth and Development, Discipline and Guidance, Age appropriate corriculumm, Teacher child interaction, Emergency preparedness, Communicable, Administering medication, Food allergies, physical building premisis safety, hazardous. Caregiver 2 Teacher interactions, emergency preparedness, communiccable disease, adminstering medication, food allergies, physical and building premises safety and hazardous materials.
Correction verified Oct 27, 2025
MediumOct 20, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records- Meets Requirements §746.901(2)
Observed two caregivers files without proof of education.
Correction verified Dec 5, 2025
Medium LowOct 20, 2025InspectionRecords & paperwork
Required Personnel Records - Required Affidavit (Form 2912) §746.901(5)
Observed one caregiver that did not have a pre employment affidavit.
Correction verified Oct 23, 2025
Medium HighOct 20, 2025InspectionTraining & qualifications
Each Caregiver and the Director Must Have Current Training in pediatric CPR §746.1315(b)
No one at the operation had a current first aid or CPR. Their training had expired in 9/2025.
Correction verified Oct 23, 2025
Medium HighDec 23, 2024InspectionFood & feeding
Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink §746.2419(8)
Observed a caregvier rinsing cups in the handwashing sink. I spoke to the director regarding not rinsing the cups in the same sink that she washes hands in.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighDec 23, 2024InspectionHealth & medication
Safety - Televisions Anchored to Prevent Tip Over §746.3701(10)
Observed a television sitting on a shelf, I spoke to the caregiver about having the television mounted to the wall. The television was removed from the classroom.
Correction verified Dec 31, 2024
HighDec 23, 2024InspectionSleep safety
Infant May Not Sleep in a Restrictive Device §746.2426(a)(1)
Observed a 5 month old infant sleeping in a restrictive device (bouncy seat). This was corrected when the caregiver placed the infant in the pack and play.
Correction verified Dec 31, 2024
Medium HighOct 3, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Diapering Procedures - Sanitizing Diaper Changing Area §746.3505(e)
During the inspection, the diaper changing mat was observed with food particles on it.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2023
Medium HighOct 3, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
A caregiver was observed alone in the room with 16 children with the specified age of 2 years old. The ratio for the specified age range of 2 years old is 11. A caregiver was observed alone in a room with 6 infants ages 0-11 months when the 2nd caregiver left the room to answer the door.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2023
Medium HighOct 3, 2023InspectionOther standards
Safety Requirements for Play Yards - Snug Fitting Sheets §746.2411(2)(B)
During the monitoring inspection, the play yards were observed and did not have a tight fitted sheet on them.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2023
Medium HighOct 3, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
During the follow up inspection, broken toys were observed on the playground area where the children had previously been playing.
Correction verified Oct 12, 2023
HighSep 20, 2023InspectionSleep safety
No Swaddling of Infant Unless Completed Sleep Exception Form on File §746.2428
An infant was observed swaddled in a blanket while being held by a caregiver.
Correction verified Oct 3, 2023
MediumSep 20, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Health Statement §746.603(a)(3)
While reviewing records, two of the five children files did not contain a health statement.
Correction verified Oct 3, 2023
Medium HighSep 20, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Orientation §746.1301(a)(1)(A)
Two of the caregivers did not have orientation training.
Correction verified Oct 3, 2023
Medium HighSep 20, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
During the inspection, trash was observed on the playground area.
Correction verified Oct 3, 2023
Medium HighSep 20, 2023InspectionTraining & qualifications
Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing §746.1301(a)(3)(A)
5 of the caregivers did not have active CPR or first aid training.
Correction verified Sep 26, 2023
HighJun 30, 2023InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
During the inspection, the infants were observed in a room without a caregiver present.
Correction verified Jul 6, 2023
Medium HighJun 30, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
The infants were over ratio by one infant. There were five infants ages 4 months to 8 months old present and one caregiver.
Correction verified Jul 6, 2023
Medium HighMay 4, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in Age §746.1605(1)
During the follow up inspection, a 13 month old was combined in a room with children who were 4 years old.
Correction verified May 8, 2023
Medium HighMay 4, 2023InspectionStaff ratios
Naptime Child/Caregiver Ratio - Additional Employee Required §746.1613(a)(4)
During the follow up inspection, there was only one caregiver observed in the building as the children were napping.
Correction verified May 8, 2023
MediumMay 2, 2023InspectionHealth & medication
Children's Records - Immunizations §746.603(a)(4)
One of the children's records reviewed did not contain immunization records.
Correction verified May 15, 2023
HighMay 2, 2023InspectionSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
During the monitoring inspection, an infant was observed in a room napping without an adult being physically present in the room.
Correction verified May 4, 2023
Medium HighMay 2, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes §746.5205(1)
During the monitoring inspection it was found that fire drills were not being conducted monthly.
Correction verified May 4, 2023
Medium HighMar 23, 2023Found during an investigationStaff ratios
Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children §746.1601
During the monitoring investigation there was an infant combined in ratio with older children during nap time.
Correction verified Mar 29, 2023
HighMar 23, 2023Found during an investigationSupervision
Supervision ensures each child’s safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s on going activity §746.1205(a)(4)
During the investigation inspection there was only one caregiver in the building during nap time.
Correction verified Mar 29, 2023
Medium HighJan 18, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Garbage Inaccessible to Children; Maintained in Sanitary Manner §746.3407(8)
During a walk-through of one of the outdoor playgrounds, garbage was observed to be accessible to children. The garbage was removed when addressed, bringing the facility into compliance.
Corrected during the visit
Medium HighJan 18, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Maintenance of Building, Grounds and Equipment §746.3407
During a walk-through of one of the outdoor playground areas, piles and bags of leaves were observed.
Correction verified Jan 20, 2023
Medium HighJan 18, 2023InspectionBuilding & playground safety
Safety - Areas Free From Hazards §746.3701
During a walk-through of one of the outdoor playground areas, yard equipment was observed that included a rake, a shovel, and broom. All items were removed from the playground area when addressed, bringing the facility into compliance.
Corrected during the visit

About this center

Licensed capacity33 children
Ages servedInfant, Toddler, Pre-Kindergarten, School
Hours06:30 AM-06:00 PM
DaysMon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Licensed sinceJan 8, 2024
DirectorLatonia Gilbert
Phone3145743083
State operation #1760710

Common questions

Does Little Hands and Footprints 2 take infants?

Yes. Texas licenses it to care for infants through school-age children.

What are Little Hands and Footprints 2’s hours?

6:30 AM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, according to its state licensing record. Confirm holiday and summer hours with the center.

Does Little Hands and Footprints 2 accept child care subsidies?

Yes, according to its state licensing record.

How much does Little Hands and Footprints 2 cost?

Texas does not publish individual centers’ prices, so ask Little Hands and Footprints 2 for its current tuition. For comparison, the median full-day price at licensed centers in the Central Texas area, which includes Temple, is $30.80 a day for infants, $29.80 a day for toddlers and $29.00 a day for 3-year-olds (2025 Texas Child Care Market Rate Survey).

Has Little Hands and Footprints 2 had any serious violations?

Inspectors recorded 9 high-risk citations since 2021. The most recent was on Jun 8, 2026: “AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age.” Each one is listed in full above.

How does Little Hands and Footprints 2 compare with other daycares in Temple?

It is tied for #28 of 30 centers in Temple by risk-weighted citations per inspection, and is better than 15% of licensed centers statewide (out of 9,147 Texas centers with enough inspection history).

When was Little Hands and Footprints 2 last inspected?

Aug 19, 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 1760710 on Search Texas Child Care. Data refreshed Sep 30, 2026.