Children and youth
Children in Reykjavík take part in solid school and recreation activities, giving them the education and experience to realize their dreams and positively impact their environment and society. They are from all over the world and speak a wide range of languages.
Reykjavík City provides a wide range of services to all these children and their families that contribute to their well-being and prosperity.
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- Przedszkola Learning in the first stage of school happens through play.
- Szkoły podstawowe Dreams can come true.
- Świetlice szkolne After-school care for children in grades 1–4.
- Prześladowanie w szkole i na zajęciach pozalekcyjnych w świetlicy All workplaces for children and adolescents have an anti-bullying plan.
- Współpraca rodziców w zajęciach szkolnych i pozalekcyjnych Good cooperation with parents is paramount in children's education and well-being.
- Dzieci i rodziny Support service for children and families
- Centrum Hitt Húsið Center for young people.
Day parents
Reykjavík has independent day parents who look after children from 6 months old. The City grants them work permits and carries out statutory supervision of their activities.
Music education
Music education is available for children and youth in all city districts, both in school bands and in music schools that have service contracts with Reykjavík City.
School of Work
The main function of the Work School is to provide students from the final grades of primary school with constructive summer jobs, as well as education in a safe working environment. All students in grades 8, 9, and 10 can work on a wide range of assignments in Reykjavík, mostly involving gardening and maintenance. Applications open each spring on the School of Work website.
Peer Education Center
The Peer Education Center is staffed with young people aged 16 to 20 who go and talk to other young people about the self-image and life in general. The philosophy is that it is better for young people to reach their peers than others.
Digital Growth
Digital Growth is a support website for the introduction of advanced and creative technologies for the City’s schools and recreation. Here is information on learning devices, software and privacy and guidance for staff, students, and parents.