A question often asked is: What makes Viksjöskolan so special? Viksjöskolan is a municipal school for grades 7-9. It is located in the heart of Viksjö. About 640 students attend the school.
Viksjöskolan stays updated on research. The school develops its activities continuously. Viksjöskolan combines traditional teaching with clear lesson routines. Teachers work in teams to constantly develop learning. The school achieves good study results. It has a high eligibility rate for upper secondary school.
Democracy is important at Viksjöskolan. The school has a well-functioning student council. It is also an ambassador school for the EU Parliament. Viksjöskolan has many appreciated traditions. These include large Lucia processions and graduation shows.
Since June 2022, four sports teachers from Viksjöskolan have participated in an international Erasmus project. It is called “PhysEd-Academy”. Seven other European countries are involved. The project lasts three years. It aims to achieve changes in sports and health. It develops sustainable international cooperation. This cooperation is between sports education and sports teacher training. It ensures high-quality basic training for sports teachers. It strengthens continuous professional development for sports teachers. This increases the attractiveness of the sports teacher profession. It also improves public health. PhysEd-Academy develops teaching methods in sports teacher training. It identifies, develops, and tests a set of “signature pedagogies”. These can be used in sports teacher training. They can also be used in sports lessons in Europe and the rest of the world. Annika Eklund, Anders Svensson, Zana Salahaddin Bazaz, and Izabela Seger are the sports teachers involved.
At Viksjöskolan the basic view is that everyone wants to succeed. The leadership creates security and a calm and productive environment. It also promotes participation. Students are well prepared for the future.
Viksjöskolan’s address is Agrargränd 4, 175 44 Järfälla. You can contact the school at 08-580 297 50. The school office is open Monday-Thursday 08:00-16:00 and Friday 08:00-15:00. The principal is Catherine Kellström. The assistant principal is Maria Prytz. Rebecka Brodin is the school counselor. Lottie Kihl-Hogevall is the school nurse. Antoni Najarian provides IT support.
Viksjöskolan stands as a beacon of learning. It is a place where tradition meets innovation. The school prepares students for the future. It also instills democratic values.