Bernie’s Preschool - Limerick

01 Bernie’s Pre-school

Geographical Location: Knockainey, County Limerick
Urban/Rural location: Rural
Setting type: Sessional
Ownership: Private
Building type: Single-storey extension to a private dwelling house
Setting size: 14 children

Bernie’s Preschool is located on a farm in rural County Limerick. It is a privately-owned sessional setting. It caters for up to 14 children, from 2-years 8 months to 5-years. There are 2 staff employed. The setting is attached to the owners’ home, in a converted extension that was originally a garage, then a playroom, study. Having operated in another location for 16 years, the setting opened in the current location in 2014. It is single storey. The variety of outdoor space including the garden and the playground gives children hands on experiences, challenges, freedom and opportunities to experience the world with all their senses. Being home-based, the setting has a homely atmosphere.