Practical information

School hours

  • The school opens at 7:45 a.m. 
  • Classes start at 8:30 a.m. for grades 1-7 and at 8:50 a.m. at the upper primary level (grades 8-10). 

Office

The office is open from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily, except Fridays when it closes at 2:30 p.m.

The school's phone number is 411 7640 and email address is nordlingaskoli@reykjavik.is

Snacks

Norðlingaskóli is a health-promoting school. Students should bring healthy snacks to school. 

Sports and swimming

Students wear standard swimwear in swimming classes.  Students wear standard athletic clothing in physical education classes.

Swimming lessons are held at the Breiðholt and Árbær swimming pools, and students travel between schools by bus.

Notice for leave and illness

Parents must report student illness absences in Mentor, call or email the school, or contact the homeroom teacher after the illness (1-2 days) and for any extended absence. Do not send your child to school with a written note. Absences of 3 days or longer require a separate application form.