My journey with childcare didn’t begin as a business venture — it began as a deep, personal longing. After immigrating to this country and working in traditional daycare settings, I witnessed firsthand the gaps in empathy, warmth, and genuine attention that existed across the industry.
I saw children being cared for, but not truly seen. I saw routines being followed, but not enough love. And I knew, with absolute certainty, that it could — and had to — be done better.
Although my personal path took a different turn, I channeled that longing into a collective mission: every child who walks through our doors will be treated as someone truly special, with the fullest dedication and family-like care.
Today, at Anitas DayCare, that dream is a reality we live with love every single day.
— Anita Rojas
Founder, Anitas DayCare
At Anitas DayCare, we understand that leaving your child in someone else’s care is one of the hardest decisions a parent can make. That’s why we’ve created more than just a childcare facility — we’ve built a warm, nurturing environment where every child is treated as if they were our own.
For over 18 years, we’ve been serving families in Chicago with a simple but powerful mission: Health, Respect, and Love. These aren’t just words on a wall — they’re the foundation of everything we do, every single day.
These aren’t just words to us — they’re the non-negotiable principles that shape every interaction, every meal, every activity, and every moment your child spends with us.
Home-cooked meals prepared fresh daily — zero canned or ultra-processed food. We share the same table with the same food, building a culture of equality and healthy habits.
Impeccable hygiene standards, healthy routines, and a clean, safe environment where your child can thrive physically and emotionally.
Every child is unique. We listen, value, and honor each child’s individual development, personality, and pace. No forced conformity — just genuine understanding.
We help children become independent, confident, and unimpressed by challenges because they’ve already overcome them through guided exploration and support.
We care with the same devotion and tenderness we would give our very own children. Because for us, these aren’t just “clients” — they’re precious little ones who deserve our absolute best.
Every day, we strive to make them feel included, valued, and deeply loved — creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Honest, constant communication with families — always open-door. We believe great childcare is a team effort between home and us.
What happens at the daycare, you’ll know. What happens at home, we need to know. Together, we create the best environment for your child’s growth.
We don’t care for children in isolation. We understand that a child’s true well-being depends on their whole ecosystem — their nutrition, their family, their community, and their environment.
That’s why we actively integrate community resources — parks, neighborhood programs, outdoor activities — to give every child a full, enriching growth experience.
Our Parent School program provides ongoing guidance, resources, and support to families because we know that when parents thrive, children thrive. We partner with community resources, state programs, and local initiatives to ensure every family has access to what they need.
Don’t just take our word for it. Come visit our space, meet our team, see our kitchen, and feel the warmth and care that makes Anitas DayCare so special. Your child deserves this — and you deserve the peace of mind.
