Meet Anna and Carl Johan
Anna is a certified preschool and Montessori teacher with over 35 years of experience. In 1991, she founded her first Montessori preschool in the south of Sweden. In 2016, she co-founded another with Carl Johan Nilsson.
Carl Johan comes from a background in the shipping industry and has been “on board” since 2016 at Vega in Sweden, managing all practical and financial aspects of running the preschool.
Together, Anna’s educational expertise and Carl Johan’s logistical skills create a strong team.
The Meaning Behind the Name “Vega”
- The name comes from the ship S/S Vega, captained by explorer Adolf Erik Nordenskiöld.
- The 1878–1880 expedition was the first to navigate the Northeast Passage.
- On its return, the ship visited Copenhagen in April 1880.
- The story reflects our preschool’s international and adventurous spirit.
As part of our educational programme, children will learn this inspiring story through reading, writing, storytelling and Montessori-based geography work.
Montessori Tradition and Routines
We maintain the routines and daily schedule established by Isabel Valentine, including the same opening and closing times.
Our preschool follows the Frederiksberg Municipality school holiday calendar: autumn break, Christmas break, winter break, Easter break, and 4 weeks of summer holiday in July.
Montessori Curriculum at Vega Montessori Preschool
Vega Montessori Preschool is an international preschool where English is the language of communication and learning. Our children and staff come from many parts of the world, united by a shared language and a respectful, inclusive community. We follow the Montessori approach, which encourages independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning through hands-on exploration in a thoughtfully prepared environment.
Practical Life & Independence
Children develop essential life skills such as dressing, cleaning, pouring, and preparing food. These activities help build fine motor skills, focus, independence, and confidence—foundations for all future learning.
Sensorial Education
Using Montessori materials, children explore and refine their five senses. They classify, compare, and recognize patterns, laying the groundwork for abstract thinking in language and mathematics.
Art & Culture
Art is a daily part of the classroom, where children express themselves through painting, sculpting, and crafting. Our cultural studies include geography, biology, history, and science, helping children understand the world around them in an age-appropriate and engaging way.
Music
Music is woven into our daily rhythm. Children explore instruments, rhythm, and melody through songs, movement, and listening activities that nurture joy, memory, and self-expression.
Language Program
Language development is supported through phonics, storytelling, conversation, and writing. With English as the common language, children build strong foundations in vocabulary, comprehension, reading, and communication.
Mathematics
Children are introduced to numbers, quantities, and mathematical operations using tactile materials that foster a concrete understanding of math concepts. Montessori math encourages logical thinking, problem-solving, and a positive attitude toward numbers.
Explorations Beyond the Classroom
Learning continues outside the classroom through regular outings to local museums, libraries, children’s theater, and cultural institutions. We also spend time in nature—visiting nearby parks, green spaces, and natural environments—encouraging curiosity, connection with nature, and joyful movement in the open air.