Intake unit
Breiðagerðisskóli operates one of two intake units in Reykjavík for students seeking international protection. The intake unit was originally established in spring 2019 and was located at Álftamýrarskóli for its first few years. In spring 2022, the City decided to move operations to Seljaskóli, and in fall 2024, officials decided to divide the unit in two, placing an intake unit for grades 1-5 students at Breiðagerðisskóli and grades 6-10 students at Seljaskóli.
On the school grounds, the intake unit has two spacious classrooms, an outdoor classroom, and the division head's office, which is used for parent meetings and other activities. The unit's goal is to provide a welcoming environment for children, many of whom come from very difficult circumstances. Some have been refugees for extended periods and have disrupted or even no formal schooling. The focus is on helping children adapt to the Icelandic school system gradually and safely so their education will be as successful as possible.
Staff of the intake unit
The intake unit employs a division head, two primary school teachers, and one occupational therapist with physical education training. The unit's staff brings extensive experience working with students from complex backgrounds.