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Reykjavik
Engjaborg
Preschool with a nursery division
Reyrengi 11
112 Reykjavík
About the preschool
Engjaborg is open from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Engjaborg Preschool opened in 1994 in Grafarvogur. The preschool serves children between the ages of one and six. It typically has about 70 children divided into four groups. The youngest children are in Suðurengi, followed by Austurengi, then Norðurengi, and the oldest children are in Vesturengi. Engjaborg has about 20 staff.
Preschool Director: Pála Pálsdóttir
Engjaborg Preschool
Want to know more about Engjaborg? In this very short video, we give a glimpse of the preschool activities. It was made by Erla Stefánsdóttir and Antonía Lárusdóttir for the the Department of Education & Youth
Philosophy
The values of Engjaborg are well-being, respect, and creativity
At Engjaborg, the emphasis is on promoting children's learning and well-being, where each child is valued and has equal rights. The learning is achieved through play and an emphasis is placed on encouraging active participation, creative thinking, and free play. The daily tasks are based on the children's interests and strengths. Engjaborg's educational policy is founded on the principles of social constructivism and emphasizes the role of children in their own learning. Additionally, the philosophy of Reggio Emilia also influences the educational policy, viewing children as talented and active learners.
Preschool activities
Operational plan
What's ahead for Engjaborg? In Engjaborg's operational plan, you'll find, among other things, the school's internal and external evaluations for the last year, an improvement plan, the preschool calendar, and much more.
School curriculum
The curriculum for Engjaborg is being prepared
Do you want to know more about the philosophy and daily operations of Engjaborg? In the school curriculum, you'll find detailed information about the school's philosophical emphasis and approach to play, learning, and work.
Parent partnerships
We are all in this together, and as the proverb goes it takes a village to raise a child. Reykjavík City preschools make targeted efforts to consult with and increase parent involvement in preschool activities. All Reykjavík City preschools have parent associations and parent councils.
The Center for Engjaborg
Engjaborg Preschool falls under East Center. East Center provides a wide range of services to the residents of Árbær, Grafarholt, Grafarvogur, and Kjalarnes and is a comprehensive information source for municipal services. The Center provides welfare services, school services to preschool and primary schools, day care and recreational counseling, and various other services.
Photos from Engjaborg
What do you want to explore next?
- All preschools Here is a list of all preschools in Reykjavík
- Preschool enrollment You can apply for preschool from the date your child is born
- Starting Preschool The beginning of children’s schooling is a major moment in their life.
- Data protection in school and after-school activities Preschools ensure that only authorized individuals are given access to their information
- Policies Here you will find all approved policies and strategic plans for Reykjavík City
- Education policy - Let the dreams come true Want to know more about Reykjavík’s Education Policy?