Find the right daycare in Bern for your child

pop e poppa daycares in Bern offer thoughtfully designed educational environments with diverse activity areas that provide a balanced mix of movement, play, and quiet retreat.

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A nurturing setting 
that grows with your child

The rooms are child-friendly and offer a wide range of materials, books and games. In addition, our locations are perfectly accessible by public transport and bicycle and meet the standards of our eco-friendly label.

Free play has an important role. Through free play, even the youngest children acquire knowledge about their environment. In addition, we take into account each child’s individual development by offering targeted educational activities based on pop e poppa’s five quality pillars, which support them in their educational and development processes.

Local and practical childcare

Our daycare centres in Bern are easy to access and designed to fit into everyday family life.

Child-focused environments

Children benefit from spaces adapted to their age, their rhythm and their need for movement, play and reassurance.

A strong educational approach

Each daycare centre develops its own pedagogical concept within the overarching pop e poppa framework, focusing on the well-being and development of the children.

Designed for families

Families may benefit from practical features such as attractive pricing options, easy access to information, and depending on the daycare center flexible childcare arrangements.

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Montessori-inspired education

"Help me do it myself"

Daycare Centres in Bern follow the Montessori principle “Help me do it myself” and support each child’s independence, personality and development.

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Transparent and locally adapted pricing policy

Can vary depending on several factors, including the attendance model selected, the number of childcare days per week, the length of the childcare slot, and any additional care requested. Some daycare centres also offer different organisational models to suit families with more specific scheduling needs.

Families living in the canton of Bern may be eligible for financial support through childcare vouchers via kiBon. The exact amount depends on the family’s situation and the applicable local criteria.

Frequently asked questions about childcare in Bern

Find answers to the most common questions about childcare in Bern.

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How do I register my child in a daycare centre?

The first step is usually to explore the available daycare centres and identify the location that best matches your family’s expectations. From there, you can contact the selected location directly, book a visit, request more information and begin the enrolment process according to the centre’s availability and procedures. At our daycare centers, joining our waiting list is non-binding and can be done well in advance.

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Can I visit a daycare centre before enrolling?

Yes. Visiting a childcare center is often the best way to understand its atmosphere, daily environment and practical organisation. We encourage families to explore the individual centre pages and request a visit to discover the most suitable setting for their child.

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Which languages are spoken at pop e poppa daycare centres in Bern?

The language approach may vary depending on the location. Some daycare centers offer a bilingual environment or targeted language support in a foreign language. The individual location pages provide a detailed overview of the language concept.

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What support options are available for childcare costs in the canton of Berne?

Families residing in the canton of Bern have the opportunity to apply for childcare vouchers through kiBon. Depending on the family’s situation and applicable regulations, these vouchers can help cover part of the monthly childcare costs. For further details on eligibility and the application process, we recommend consulting the relevant information on the respective location pages.

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What information can I find on each daycare centre page?

Each page provides practical and local information about the daycare centre, including contact details, opening hours, useful documents and educational context.

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How is nutrition organised in the daycares?

Healthy, varied, and delicious — our partner Menuandmore provides daily balanced meals for children. Menuandmore has been recognized multiple times for its child-friendly menus. In addition to balanced nutrition, we actively support children in learning about food and production.

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What are the five pop e poppa quality impulses and why are they important?

Based on the Swiss Orientation Framework for Early Childhood Education and Care established by the Swiss UNESCO Commission, as well as our own mission statement, all pop e poppa daycare centres work with the five pop e poppa quality drivers. These actively support children in their learning and development processes:

  • Creativity – Foster creative thinking and action
  • Language – Promote language skills through play
  • Health – Ensure physical well-being
  • Cognition – Encourage exploration, experience, and learning
  • Individuality – Support self-esteem and identity