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Reykjavik
Hólaborg
Preschool
Suðurhólar 21
111 Reykjavík
About the preschool
Hólaborg is open from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Hólaborg Preschool is located at Suðurhóll in Efra Breiðholt. It was built in 1977 and opened in May of the same year. Gerðuberg Cultural Center is close by, there are good walking paths in the neighborhood, and a variety of recreational areas in Elliðaárdalur. Currently, about 50 children attend at the same time in three groups named Lóudeild, Spóadeild, and Krummadeild. The youngest children are in Lóudeild, the oldest in Krummadeild, and Spóadeild is the middle group.
Preschool Director: Sigrún Grétarsdóttir
Hólaborg Preschool
Want to know more about Hólaborg? 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 Hólaborg are happiness, health, and autonomy
In Hólaborg preschool, we follow the principles of social constructivism and the theories of Lev Vygotsky on areas of possible development, Bandura's belief in one's own abilities, Dr. Ferre Leaver's on experiential learning, and Nel Nodding's on caring. We highly value the learning and well-being of all children, recognizing that everyone is important and has the same rights. Our program is centered around play and emphasizes active participation, creative thinking, and free play, with tasks tailored to the children's interests and strengths.
Preschool activities
School curriculum
Do you want to know more about the philosophy and daily operations of Hólaborg? In Hólaborg's school curriculum, you'll find detailed information about the school's philosophical emphasis and approach to play, learning, and work.
Operational plan
The operational plan for Hólaborg is being prepared
What's ahead for Hólaborg? 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 Hólaborg
Hólaborg Preschool falls under South Center. South Center provides a wide range of services to the residents of Breiðholt 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 Hólaborg
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.
- Policies Here you will find all approved policies and strategic plans for Reykjavík 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 Reykjavík City’s Education Policy