Bilingual preschool
in Hässelby
Swedish and English every day. A small preschool with 19 children, close to Lake Mälaren and Riddersvik park.
“The atmosphere feels positive and safe, and he’s learning so much every week.” – Joanna, parent, on Google
- Certified preschool teachers, an English-speaking educator in every group
- Sugar-free, largely organic food
- Open 06.30–18.30 · Mäster Karls väg 5, Hässelby
A visit takes about an hourBook a visit – or let us contact you
Choose what suits you. Neither requires an application.
We will get back to you shortly. Applications go through the City of Stockholm’s e-service Edlevo – we are happy to help.
What other parents say
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Why SIF Preschool in Hässelby
We are dedicated to creating an environment where your child will not only grow and learn but also truly thrive. Our commitment to language development, cultural awareness and a healthy lifestyle is at the heart of our educational philosophy – a foundation that prepares your child for a bright future.
Two languages – and your mother tongue
Swedish is the base – the lead teacher in each group is always Swedish-speaking, and every group has an English-speaking educator. Children meet both languages in everyday life, at their own pace.
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During settling-in we find out which languages live in your home – and we use them in our teaching. Our library is in several languages, and our staff speak them. A child who meets their own language in a book carries that into Swedish.
Close to Lake Mälaren and Riddersvik
Our newly renovated preschool is close to Lake Mälaren and the scenic Riddersvik park area – welcoming, secure and close to nature.
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Here children are encouraged to immerse themselves in Swedish and English and explore the richness of the world’s cultures through intentional learning and play.
Nutritious, sugar-free meals
Balanced, nutritious meals under a strict sugar-free policy – and a large portion of the food is organic.
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Health and well-being are a priority with us. Healthy eating habits from the start lay the foundation for the rest of life.
A small preschool, certified teachers
With 19 places we are a small, personal preschool where everyone knows everyone. Our staff are certified preschool teachers and trained childcare assistants.
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They are passionate about children’s learning, with a specific focus on language growth and intercultural competence.
A glimpse inside
The reading corner, the train set, creating outdoors and the material shelves – we are happy to show you more in person.
How we work
A few choices we have made, and stand by.
- An English-speaking educator in every group
Swedish is the base – English is there every day, in everyday life.
- A library in several languages
We find out which languages live in your home and use them in our teaching.
- We teach in smaller groups
19 places in Hässelby. In a smaller group the educator has time to see what your child is actually trying to do.
- Sugar-free, largely organic food
A strict no-sugar policy, and much of what we serve is organic.
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- We read aloud every day
Books are within reach, not put away. We read together and talk about what we read.
- Our learning tools are analogue
The children do not sit in front of screens. With the older children they are used in specific projects, such as exploring science and technology.
- Outdoors is a classroom
Not a break between activities – part of the teaching, with varied physical activity through the day.
- The child sets the pace
Reading and writing when the child is ready – guided by interest and need.
- A day with a rhythm
Play, teaching, meals, rest and movement – a balance across the day, not a schedule to be endured.
Next step: come and see us
A visit is the easiest way to get a feel for whether we are right for you – and it commits you to nothing.
During the day, at a time we agree
You come while the preschool is running, so you see it as it really is.
Allow up to an hour
The principal or one of our educators will meet you.
Bring your child
We would like your child to come along and join in.
No strings attached
The visit is not the application. Applying is a separate step, through the City of Stockholm’s e-service Edlevo.
How the application works
You apply through the City of Stockholm’s e-service Edlevo – even if you are registered in another municipality. When we can offer a place, you receive the offer in Edlevo and accept it there.
Questions parents usually ask
Short and honest. The rest we cover on the visit.
Are there places available right now?
In Hässelby new places open during the winter. Book a visit or join the queue through Edlevo now – we will get back to you shortly.
How does the language mix actually work?
Swedish is the base. The lead teacher in each group is always Swedish-speaking, and every group also has an English-speaking educator. Your child’s mother tongue is used too. The children meet the languages in everyday life — not as a scheduled subject.
What do you do with our mother tongue?
During settling-in we map which languages are spoken at home. We then use them in our teaching, in books and in conversation. A child who meets their own language in a book carries that into Swedish.
How large are the groups?
We divide the group and teach in smaller groups. Children are grouped by age and maturity — and by how the group works together.
How much screen time is there?
The children do not sit in front of screens. With the older children they are used in specific projects — for example when we explore science and technology. Otherwise the tools are analogue.
What about learning to read and write?
We start from the child’s interest and needs. We do not push — we meet the child where they are.
Are the children outdoors a lot?
Yes. We use the outdoors as another classroom, with varied physical activity recurring through the day.
What happens after the visit?
You apply through the City of Stockholm’s e-service Edlevo, even if you are registered in another municipality. When we can offer a place, we do so through that same system — and you must actively accept it for the place to be yours.
Find us
Mäster Karls väg 5
165 73 Hässelby
Open weekdays 06.30–18.30
Would you like to come and see us?
Come for a tour or get in touch with your questions – we look forward to welcoming you and your child.
Book a visit – or let us contact you
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