Education and teaching
Reykjavík City primary schools follow the national curriculum for primary schools, with reference to the Reykjavík City Education Policy. The main objective of the Policy is for all children to grow, develop and feel happy in a democratic society that is based on human rights and respect for the diversity of human life.
Through robust school and recreation activities, children and young people gain education and experience to realize their dreams and have a positive impact on their environment and society.
Mentor
Mentor is an information system for students, parents and school staff. Guardians and students receive a Mentor password. On the family page, guardians can view their children's schedules, homework, educational assessments, attendance and more.
Google Classroom
All students receive a Chromebook at school and can access information about their studies and learning materials through Google Classroom.
Students turn in assignments through Classroom, where they can also view teacher feedback.
Parents can get access to their children's Classroom.
Information on digital learning in Reykjavík is available here.
Lesson plans
Lesson plans describe the content and assessment methods, giving teachers, students and parents an overview of the curriculum. Lesson plans and assignments are posted on students' Google Classroom, while publicly available assignments and plans can be accessed here:
Natural science instruction information for ninth grade
Natural science instruction information for tenth grade
Natural sciences 9. E, 9. F, 9. M
Natural sciences 10. Á, 10. M, 10. U, 10. V
Mathematics 9th grade
Mathematics 10. Á and 10. M
Mathematics 10. U. and 10. V
Student assessment
Evaluating student academic achievement is a key part of school operations. The main purpose of educational assessment is to gather information that helps students and teachers plan future coursework and motivates students to apply themselves further. Educational assessment is multi-faceted. It includes continuous teacher evaluation, official statements on individual student projects, formal exams, and student self- and peer-evaluation.
Teaching methods
What are the teaching methods at Víkurskóli? Here, you can find detailed information on the integration of courses, study blocks, and more.
Attendance guidelines
The school emphasizes student punctuality. All children aged 6 to 16 must attend school, and parents/guardians are responsible for their enrollment, attendance, and participation.
If attendance issues arise, parents/guardians and the school must respond. To ensure effective responses, Reykjavík's primary schools follow unified guidelines and rules.