Nominations open for innovative early childhood education

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  • This is an opportunity to highlight thriving and innovative work in early childhood education, primary schooling, or recreational activities run by Reykjavík City.
  • We are looking for ambitious development projects, exciting experiments, and interesting partnerships between preschools, primary schools, and recreation centers.
  • The awards are a chance to give recognition and encouragement to staff working in preschools, primary schools, or recreational activities in Reykjavík.

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The goal is to highlight the flourishing school and recreational activities operated by Reykjavík City. The awards are intended to encourage staff and promote innovation and professional development. The awards recognize excellent work that benefits children and parents, serving as a model for others in the field.

Anyone can nominate

Nominations are being sought for the School & Recreation Council's Excellence Awards for early childhood education in Reykjavík. Nominations are open from Nov. 1, 2025, through Jan. 15, 2026.

Anyone can submit nominations: parents, grandparents, SFS staff, other City employees, preschools, primary schools, recreation centers, other institutions and organizations. In selecting recipients, consideration will be given to projects that can serve as an inspiration to others and promote excellence, while also ensuring that a diverse range of initiatives receive recognition. Three outstanding projects will be honored, and each workplace will receive a certificate and a trophy.