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Reykjavik
Laufskálar
Preschool
Laufrimi 9
112 Reykjavík
About the preschool
Laufskálar is open from 7:30 am to 5 pm
Laufskálar Preschool opened in 1996 and was designed by architect Albína Thordarson. The four groups are called Furulundur, Lerkilundur, Birkilundur, and Grenilundur. The children are divided into groups based on their age. The older children are in the groups Lerkilundur and Furulundur, while the younger children are in Grenilundur and Birkilundur. This academic year, a fifth group called Lundur will be added.
Preschool Director: Hildur Lilja Jónsdóttir
Laufskálar Preschool
Want to know more about Laufskálar? 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 motto of Laufskálar is an open mind, thoughtfulness, respect, positivity, joy, and active listening
The educational philosophy followed at the preschool is influenced by the master's project "Play in Kindergarten and Children's Identity" by Anna Bára Sævarsdóttir. One of the main goals of this approach is to encourage children to express their thoughts and feelings in front of others, both in individual conversations and in group settings, while also promoting respect for others. The theories of Dewey, Vygotsky, Bruner, and Gardner are also considered.
Preschool activities
School curriculum
Do you want to know more about the philosophy and daily operations of Lauskóli? In the 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 the school year 2022-2023 is being prepared
What's ahead for Laufskálar? 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 Laufskálar
Laufskálar 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 Laufskálar
What do you want to know next?
- All preschools Here is a list of all preschools in Reykjavík
- Starting preschool The beginning of children’s schooling is a major moment in their life.
- Preschool enrollment You can apply for preschool from the date your child is born
- 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 Get to know Reykjavík City’s Education Policy