Villa Matilda Egra is a kindergarten with a focus on nature and theater in the learning environment. The kindergarten offers hot meals every day and adapted activities for children of different ages. With committed and qualified staff, they emphasize play and creativity in everyday life, while collaborating with parents to support the child's development. The atmosphere in the kindergarten is safe and inclusive, which contributes to a good social environment for the children.
The name Villa Matilda is inspired by Roald Dahl's book about "Matilda", and the kindergarten has been in operation since 2005. It specializes in art subjects such as drama, music, art and dance, while also offering academic content. The kindergarten aims to help children become confident in themselves and develop into independent and critical-thinking individuals. Sustainable development is an overarching theme, which is reflected in both buildings and pedagogical approaches. Villa Matilda Egra is part of a chain of three kindergartens, two of which are located in Grimstad and one in Arendal.