English translation
Hi! The English site is only a beta for now and still has many errors (especially in names and locations).
We are working hard to fix them and making more content available than ever before so expect constant updates.
Reykjavik
Grandaborg
Preschool with a nursery division
Boðagrandi 9
107 Reykjavík
About the preschool
Grandaborg is open from 7:45am to 4:30pm
Grandaborg Preschool opened its doors in May 1985. It is located in Vesturbær in the western part of Reykjavík, near the KR sports field, Vesturbæjarlaug Pool, and Grandaskóli. It is also close to the center of Reykjavík, where you can go see the ducks at the pond. The preschool is divided into four groups, with a capacity to serve 75 children at one time. The groups are named after elements of the local environment, such as nature, the beach, and the sea, and are called Fjöruvík, Klettavík, Skeljavík, and Ölduvík. Grandaborg has a total of 25 employees.
The Preschool Director is Helena Jónsdóttir
Projects
Construction is underway at the Grandaborg preschool. Part of the preschool is housed in Hagaborg, and another part is on Eggertsgata. Unfortunately, a final schedule and completion date for the project isn't available at this time.
Grandaborg Preschool
Want to know more about Grandaborg? In this very short video, we give a glimpse of the preschool activities. It was made by Erla Stefánsdóttir and Antonía Lárusdóttir for the Department of Education & Youth.
Philosophy
The motto of Grandaborg is friendship, empathy, and respect
Grandaborg follows the strategy of Heilsuleikskólinn, a health preschool. The aim of this strategy is to encourage a positive outlook towards healthy living through John Dewey's philosophy of experience, interest, and activity, as well as Abraham Maslow's needs pyramid regarding the development of identity. Outdoor learning and environmental education play a significant role in Grandaborg's preschool activities. The focus is on helping the children gain literacy in their environment, whether it's around the preschool or during visits to other places.
Preschool activities
School curriculum
Do you want to know more about the philosophy and daily operations of Grandaborg? In the school curriculum, you'll find detailed information about the school's philosophical emphasis and approach to play, learning, and work.
Operational plan
What's ahead for Grandaborg? In the 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.
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 Grandaborg
Grandaborg Preschool falls under West Center. West Center provides a wide range of services to the residents of Vesturbær, Miðborg, and Hlíðar 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 Grandaborg
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 start of schooling is a significant milestone in a child's 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 Reykjavik City
- Education policy - Let the dreams come true Get to know Reykjavik City’s Education Policy