Comprehensive care
from 45 days
up to age 12
Programs designed for each stage of development, with a focus on safety, the USDA’s MyPlate nutrition guidelines, and lifelong learning in a home-like environment.
Licensed
MyPlate
Personalized care for every stage of their growth
Children
45 days – 15 months
The start of a safe journey in a home away from home.
We understand how hard it is to be separated from your very young baby. This program is designed to mimic a mother’s embrace, while strictly adhering to each baby’s individual sleep and feeding routines.
Game: Sensory stimulation through textures, massage, soft music, baby gym activities, and peek-a-boo games that strengthen their brain connections.
Bilingual: Lullabies, traditional nursery rhymes, and constant narration of activities in Spanish and English, naturally planting the first seeds of language.
Toddlers
16 months – 2 years
Active Explorers: Steady Steps Toward Independence.
At this age, the world becomes a laboratory. We channel their boundless energy into language development, gross motor skills, and their first social interactions with other children.
Game: Role-playing games (pretend kitchen, tools), building with blocks, simple puzzles, dancing, and outdoor games under constant supervision to help children develop their balance.
Bilingual: Integrated everyday vocabulary: children learn shapes, colors, animals, and emotions in both languages through interactive games, illustrated stories, and songs with actions.
Preschool
3–5 years
Little Creators: Unlimited Imagination and Preparation for Kindergarten.
We foster innate curiosity, problem-solving skills, and empathy. We focus on academic and emotional preparation to ensure that the transition to elementary school is a resounding success.
Game: Simple science experiments, arts and crafts with paint and modeling clay, guided theater activities, and games with rules that teach children to share and take turns.
Bilingual: Active language immersion: bilingual morning assemblies, tracing their first letters and numbers, and the ability to switch naturally between languages while they play.
School-Age
Ages 6–12
Support and community: a safe haven before and after school.
For older children already attending elementary school in Chicago, we offer a safe, productive, and relaxed space where they can unwind after school and continue to grow in a family-like environment.
Game: Strategic board games, advanced art projects, a bilingual book club, and group activities that foster leadership and teamwork.
Bilingual: Reading and writing support in both languages, with guided homework help in English and Spanish, while proudly celebrating their cultural roots.
A typical day at Tete's
Our daily routine, from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM, combines structure with play, learning, and social development. Note: Children who wear diapers are changed whenever necessary.
6:00 AM -
5:00 PM
Welcome and personal check-in
Free play: costumes, manipulatives, science
Music and movement: singing and dancing
Theme-based activities and crafts
Circle Time: Numbers, Letters, and Colors
Hand washing, diaper change, and bath
Breakfast
Hand and tooth brushing
Outdoor Activities and Gross Motor Skills
Handwashing
Lunch
Hand and tooth brushing
Storytime before nap time
Nap time
Appetizer / Snack
Wash your hands
Group games: drama, cards, building blocks, costumes
Time to call it a night
Nutritious food homemade
We prepare homemade meals every day in accordance with the guidelines of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s MyPlate.gov program. Balanced menus that promote healthy habits from an early age.
- Daily balanced meals
- Fresh and natural foods
- Accommodations for allergies and dietary restrictions
- No processed foods
Fruit
Fresh and varied every day
Vegetables
Colorful and nutritious
Grains
Integrals, preferably
Proteins
Lean and healthy
Learning continuous and significant
Cognitive Development
Activities designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity through structured play and guided exploration.
- Early childhood education
- Sensory game
Social and Emotional Development
We encourage positive interaction, teamwork, and the development of essential life skills.
- Collaborative work
- Effective Communication
Physical Development
Physical and motor activities that promote coordination, balance, and overall physical health.
- Fine and gross motor skills
- Outdoor activities
Language Development
They acquire the ability to communicate, understand, and use the language of their environment.
- Expressive language
- Receptive language
Your peace of mind is our priority
Illinois License
We comply with all official Illinois state standards for child care, including regular inspections and current certification.
Trained Staff
All of our staff members are certified in first aid, CPR, and child development, and receive ongoing training.
Monitoring
Constant monitoring
First Aid
Certified staff
Controlled Access
Secure login
How register to your little one?
Visit
Schedule a visit to see our facilities
Documentation
Please complete the required documentation
Adaptation
Phase-in period
Home
Let the adventure begin!
We solve your questions
What are the business hours?
We are open Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We offer flexible hours for families with special schedules.
What documents do I need to enroll my child?
You will need: a birth certificate, an up-to-date immunization record, proof of address, and a completed medical form.
Do you provide food, or do I need to bring it?
We provide all meals (breakfast, lunch, and snack) in accordance with the USDA MyPlate guidelines. You only need to send water and diapers, if applicable.
What is the teacher-to-student ratio?
We comply with Illinois standards: 1:4 for infants (0–12 months), 1:6 for toddlers (1–2 years), and 1:10 for preschoolers (3–5 years).
Space is limited per group for ensure care
We maintain low staff-to-child ratios (1:4 for infants) to meet Illinois’s highest standards. Don’t wait until tomorrow to find a safe place for your child to grow up.