Complaint·January 28, 2026

It was reported, on 11/10/25 a day care staff left two children unattended in a running car for around 10 minutes while picking up another child from school. While conducting interviews it was disclosed that the Licensee has left their own children in the car while doing school pick ups but denies leaving day care children in the car. LPA attempted to interview all pertinent parties; however, not all pertinent parties were able to be interviewed. Based on information obtained during this investigation through interviews conducted, the review of pertinent documentation, and after receiving conflicting information, the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED. A finding that the allegation is unsubstantiated means that although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the allegation occurred. An exit interview was conducted with the Licensee Ambar Pena-Briseno, Appeal Rights were discussed and issued, a copy of this report was provided, and a Notice of Site visit was issued. Additionally, LPA provided Licensee a copy of the latest California Car Seat law and a copy of regulation 102417(k)(1) Operation of a Family Child Care Home. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) shall be posted where the parent/guardian of children enter and exit the facility. The Notice of Site Visit (LIC 9213) must remain posted for 30 days during the hours of operation after each site visit by a licensing representative. Failure to maintain posting as required will result in a civil penalty of $100.00. A copy of this report must be made available for the next three years.