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Reykjavik
Steinahlíð
Preschool
On Suðurlandsbraut
108 Reykjavík
About the preschool
Steinahlíð is open from 7:30am to 4:30pm
Steinahlíð has had a preschool since 1949, making it one of the oldest preschools in Reykjavík. The house was built in 1932 but given to the child welfare society Barnavinafélagið Sumargjöf in 1949. The couple Elly Schepler Eiríksson and Halldór Eiríksson donated the house, wishing that children would learn to appreciate and cultivate their relationship with nature, with an emphasis on growing trees and vegetables. Outdoor activities and environmental education are, therefore, important components of Steinahlíð's work. Steinahlíð has 55 children at the same time in three groups. The groups are called Laut, Kjarr, and Hlíð.
The Preschool Director is Bergsteinn Þór Jónsson
Steinahlíð Preschool
Want to know more about Steinahlíð? 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 Steinahlíð is respect, well-being, and creativity
Play is at the heart of all educational activities at the preschool, whether spontaneous or organized. Play is an integral part of children's life and work, fostering their comprehensive development. At Steinahlíð, we emphasize environmental education and outdoor activities, as the unique feature of our location is the large and beautiful garden we have access to. When planning our work we therefore often try to connect nature to our projects. Steinahlíð is a Green Flag preschool.
Preschool activities
School curriculum
Do you want to know more about the philosophy and daily operations of Steinahlíð? In Steinahlíð's 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 Steinahlíð? In Steinahlíð's 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 Steinahlíð
Steinahlíð Preschool falls under North Center. North Center provides a wide range of services to the residents of Laugardalur and Háaleiti 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 Steinahlíð
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 Want to know more about Reykjavík City policies?
- Education policy - Let the dreams come true Get to know Reykjavik City’s Education Policy