🎨 Gothenburg

Preschool Education Overview Gothenburg offers one of Sweden’s most extensive preschool networks, providing high-quality education across its urban landscape. The city emphasizes “learning through play” (lekbaserat lärande), fostering children’s autonomy, creativity, and critical thinking. Many preschools adopt the Reggio Emilia approach (an Italian-born philosophy that values children’s creativity and self-expression), focusing on artistic expression, communication, and emotional development. Inclusive education is also a priority, with targeted language support for children from immigrant and multicultural backgrounds. Gothenburg actively incorporates STEAM and ICT education, enabling children to explore digital tools from an early age. The city’s vibrant cultural infrastructure—including museums, theaters, and science centers—is deeply integrated into preschool programming, offering children rich, hands-on learning experiences that connect classroom themes with real-world knowledge.

Example Activities

• Light & Shadow Studio: Inspired by Reggio Emilia, children use mirrors and projectors to explore visual art.
• Theater Visits & Improvised Plays: Kids visit local theaters and create their own stories to perform.

Reference :

• Göteborgs Stad – Förskola och familjedaghem
• Move to Gothenburg – Preschools and Schools
• Välkommen till förskolan (PDF)