Summer courses

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Here you can view courses and summer activities run by the City of Hafnarfjörður, as well as information about the Hafnarfjörður Work School. This is an organised programme for children and young people aged 6-16.

The following is available

Open for registrations starting April 27, 2026. Registration for courses and summer activities run by the City of Hafnarfjörður

Detailed information about the courses

Summer activities for nursery school leavers

From 7th to 22nd August, until the start of the school year in the primary schools, A varied and constructive summer programme is offered at all leisure centres in Hafnarfjörður for children in their final year of nursery school or for those starting primary school in the autumn. The courses are similar to the regular summer courses, but with a strong emphasis on outdoor activities, physical exercise, and healthy eating. A special focus is placed on playing a variety of games. The children get the opportunity to familiarise themselves with their after-school club and the school's immediate surroundings, with the aim of increasing their sense of security and well-being at the start of their school career.

  • Parents/guardians choose a time that suits them.
  • Registration must be completed by midnight on Thursday for a child to start on Monday.
  • The children bring their lunch from home and a snack for morning and afternoon tea.

The courses are divided into three parts – you can choose from the following:

  • 9 am - 12 pm
  • 13:00-16:00
  • 9 am - 4 pm

Summer activities for 7–9 year olds

In Hafnarfjörður, summer courses are run in all after-school clubs for children in Years 1–3 (aged 7–9). Summer activities include a varied programme consisting of creative projects, games, physical activities, exciting trips, swimming sessions and group events. The programme may vary depending on the chosen leisure centre. Registration must be completed by midnight on the Thursday before the child is due to start on the Monday. The courses, intended for 7-9 year olds, begin on 10 June and most run until 28 June. Central courses are available in July and August, but all locations will be closed from 22 July to 6 August. From 1 to 19 July, there will be a joint summer club at Hraunvallaskóli and Öldutúnsskóli. From 7th to 22nd August, there will be a joint summer club at Skarðshlíðarskóli and Setbergsskóli. Central courses are available in July or from 6-17 July at Áslandsskóli (Tröllaheimar) and Setbergsskóli (Krakkabergi).  Centralised courses are not offered in August as before, but various courses run by sports clubs and other leisure courses are available – See the August offering.

  • Registration must be completed before midnight on Thursdays for a child to begin participating the following Monday, provided there is space available.
  • Payment can be made by credit and debit cards.
  • Parents/guardians choose a time that suits them.
  • The children bring their lunch from home and a snack for morning and afternoon tea.
  • A 50% sibling discount is provided when siblings are on the same course in the same week.

The courses are divided into three parts – places can be purchased as required:

  • 9 am - 12 pm
  • 13:00-16:00
  • 9:00 - 16:30

Sumarkletturinn for 10–13 year-olds

Sumarkletturinn is a recreational resource for children in grades 4 to 7 with specific support needs. Sumarkletturinn focuses on offering professional services with the educational value of leisure activities as its guiding principle. We try to work with each child's strengths and meet different needs. Registration takes place here.

A pastime for 10–13 year-olds

Tómstund runs courses during the summer for children who were finishing grades 4-7. Tómstund's main goals are to engage children during the summer break, give them the opportunity to meet other children, learn about interesting subjects and rekindle old interests. Tómstund will operate at Engidalsskóli and Hraunvallarskóli. Detailed information about the work and course schedule can be found at The courses' Facebook page. Registration takes place here.

Art course at Hafnarborg for 6-12 year olds

Hafnarborg offers art and music courses for children aged 6-12. The fundamentals of art will be introduced through exploring the environment, exhibitions at the museum, and creative work. The projects will be carried out in a variety of media – drawing, painting and sculpting – with the aim of training visual attention, stimulating creative thinking and the participants' personal expression.

Further information can be found on the Hafnarborg website.

Summer reading for all kids

On Hafnarfjörður Library Summer reading is offered from 1 June to 31 August. All children who can read for themselves can pop into the library to sign up and receive a reading diary.

Leisure.is

On the web www.fristund.is You can view the availability of sports and leisure activities across the entire capital region. A new website is in development and will launch at the end of April 2026. The availability on fristund.is is determined by the clubs' own registrations, and it is easy to search by age, term and interest.