Built in 1928 Ålstensskolan stands proudly. Its monumental yellow brick facade is a landmark in Stockholm. This is Ålstensskolan a school steeped in history and royal connections.
Ålstensskolan opened its doors in 1929. It was then known as Ålsten folkskola. Architect Ture Ryberg designed it. He was one of Stockholm’s leading school architects. Ålsten folkskola was Bromma’s eighth school. The building itself is considered particularly valuable. This is from a historical cultural environmental and artistic perspective. The Stockholm City Museum has green-marked it.
The original building was functionalist in style. The ground floor housed a dining area a gymnasium a swimming pool and washrooms. There was also a doctor’s office and a dentist’s practice. Classrooms occupied the two upper floors. Interestingly there were no toilets in the main building initially. Children used a separate small structure in the schoolyard.
A unique feature of Ålstensskolan was its library. It opened in 1930. The library was a branch of Stockholm’s city library. It was open to the public even outside school hours. This included evenings. The school also had workshops. Boys had woodworking and girls had sewing with sewing machines.
Even the royal family has a connection to Ålstensskolan. Crown Princess Victoria attended the school from 1987 to 1990. Prince Carl Philip also attended from 1989 to 1992. They both attended the middle school years.
In the 2000s Ålstensskolan was expanded. A new dining hall was added. The new wing is a low structure. It sits against the original yellow brick facade. John Rasimus created the artwork for this addition. It features seven figures made from MDF.
Ålstensskolan continues to serve its community. It’s now a K-6 school. Its beautiful location offers stunning views. From the school’s auditorium you can see the entire Ålstensgatan. This view extends all the way to the waters of Lake Mälaren. The school continues to thrive. Its rich history and modern additions make it a unique place of learning. A place that’s welcomed royalty and continues to shape the lives of Stockholm’s children.