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Reykjavik
Heiðarborg
Preschool with a nursery division
Selásbraut 56
110 Reykjavík
About the preschool
Heiðarborg is open from 7:30am to 5pm
Heiðarborg Preschool was founded in June 1990. It is located near Rauðavatn, Elliðaárdalur, and the stables in Víðidalur, and we enjoy spending time with these natural gems on walks and during outdoor studies. Heiðarborg has around 70 children attend at the same time in four divisions. The divisions Bali and Laut are for 3 to 6 year olds, Lund is for 2-3 year olds, and Brekka is for 12-24 month olds. There are about 20 employees.
The Preschool Director is Jóhanna Benný Hannesdóttir
Heiðarborg Preschool
Want to know more about Heiðarborg? 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 values of Heiðarborg are friendship, joy, and respect
The preschool follows theories of Howard Gardner on multiple intelligences and John Dewey. It is a "green school” (“skóli á grænni grein”) and therefore has a focus on environmental education. The preschool has a lot of musical activities and emphasizes physical activity. Providing children a safe environment is also a priority, as well as promoting their development, encouraging their creativity, and helping them strengthen their identities.
Preschool activities
School curriculum
Do you want to know more about the philosophy and daily operations of Heiðarborg? 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 Heiðarborg? 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.
Preschool calendar
When does Heiðarborg have professional development days? In the preschool calendar, you'll find information about days off and various other details.
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 Heiðarborg
Heiðarborg 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 Heiðarborg
What do you want to explore next?
- All preschools Here is a list with links to all preschools in Reykjavík
- Starting preschool The start of schooling is a significant milestone in a child's life
- Preschool enrollment You can apply for preschool from the date your child is born
- Policies Here you will find all approved policies and strategic plans for Reykjavik City
- Data protection in school and after-school activities Preschools ensure that only authorized individuals are given access to their information
- Education policy - Let the dreams come true Get to know Reykjavik City’s Education Policy