My name is Dana Kosanovic! After nearly six years as a classroom teacher and over 15 years as a nanny, babysitter, and recreational leader in Chicago, I thought I was ready to leave the teaching world behind. But time and again, I found myself drawn back to the classroom, especially after becoming a mom. Parenthood opened my eyes to the critical importance of finding trustworthy childcare that doesn’t just teach what children should know, but also equips them with the essential life skills they need. This realization inspired me to start Little Learners Academy—a place where young minds are nurtured in a safe, creative, and holistic environment.

At Little Learners Academy, our mission is to provide a fun and enriching early childhood education experience that goes beyond the traditional. We focus on play-based learning with real-life applications, fostering a sense of community and offering in-house speech and occupational therapy services for qualifying families. As a mom, I’m thrilled to be able to provide my son with the education he deserves and to extend that same opportunity to other families in our community. I’m excited about this new chapter and look forward to growing together with all the Little Learners and their families!