About

Who is Bernie?  We don’t really know.  Originally called Union Day Care Center because of our relationship with the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD), Bernie’s became the familiar name children used when referring to the center.  For forty years we were…

Philosophy

A Child-Centered Program at Bernie’s Place Through small groups, a low staff-child ratio, and dedicated teachers, we get to know the children in our care. We believe in meeting children’s needs, rather than merely fitting them into our program. The…

Enrollment

Bernie’s Place offers a comprehensive program which is designed to support and enhance the development of young children.  Our focus is on the whole child.  Major program goals that shape the schedule, environment and interpersonal relationships between staff and children…