We understand that entrusting your child to someone else’s care is one of the most important decisions of your life. At TETE DAY CARE HOME CORP., we combine a warm, family-like environment with an educational curriculum tailored to each stage of your child’s development. We focus on your child’s social-emotional, physical, language, and cognitive development, ensuring personalized care.
A Second Home Full of Love, Learning, and Safety, where children learn through play and play while learning.
Tete’s Home Day Care was founded 25 years ago out of a love for children. Our mission is to meet the need for quality child care in a home-like environment where every child feels right at home. We serve Chicago families with children from 45 days old to 12 years old, providing safety, nutrition, opportunities for ongoing learning in every experience, and secure, positive bonds with the adults in the program.
Home-cooked meals based on the USDA's MyPlate.
Daily activities involving reading, music, art, and physical play.
Indoor and outdoor play areas that are adapted for children and constantly supervised.
Regular updates to parents on their child's progress and well-being.
Every action at Tete’s is guided by five core principles that ensure comprehensive care for every child.
Every child is welcomed, embraced, and cared for as if they were part of our own family.
We create a safe haven where parents' peace of mind and physical well-being are our top priority.
We take pride in our more than 25 years of experience, during which we have strictly adhered to state licensing standards.
We celebrate cultural diversity by opening our minds and hearts to the world through the mastery of two languages.
We believe that play is the sacred language of childhood and the primary tool for discovering the world.
We recognize and nurture each child’s unique pace, talents, and emotions.
We build transparent bridges and foster honest communication with parents so we can work together as a single team.
From early childhood, we instill in children the values of compassion, sharing, and respect for others.
A comprehensive child care program that meets all of the State of Illinois’ quality standards. Trained staff, a safe environment, and routines designed to support optimal development at each stage.
Homemade meals served every day, following the guidelines of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s MyPlate.gov program. Balanced menus that promote healthy habits.
We comply with official state standards.
Daily home-cooked meals prepared in accordance with official standards.
We care for children from infancy onward.
What sets us apart:
My daughter has grown up happy and secure at Tete’s. The staff is like a second family to us. I wholeheartedly recommend them.
Sofia's Mom · 4 years old
The quality of the food and the care provided are exceptional. Our son learns new things every day and comes home happy.
Diego's dad · 2 years old
After searching high and low, we found a home away from home at Tete’s. Communication with the parents is excellent.
Mom of twins · 6 months
We invite you to come see our facilities, meet our team, and learn about the children’s daily routine. No obligation.