Education in Helsinki – tips for newcomers
Education in Helsinki – tips for newcomersPublic education is free for all permanent residents.
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Public education is free for all permanent residents.
Finland believes strongly in high-quality education from a young age. The country has been ranked highly in many international student assessments.
Age 0-5, Early childhood education (varhaiskasvatus)
Age 6, Pre-primary education (esiopetus)
Age 7-12, Primary school (alakoulu, ala-aste)
Age 13-15, Lower secondary school (yläkoulu or yläaste)
Age 16-19, Upper secondary education (lukio or amis)
Age 19- , Higher education (yliopisto or ammattikorkeakoulu)
International House Helsinki: Newcomer information sessions(Link leads to external service)
Assisting people to settle into their new life in the capital area.
InfoFinland: Family in Helsinki(Link leads to external service)
A treasure trove of information about Finland in 12 languages.
MyHelsinki: Helsinki for kids(Link leads to external service)
Ideas for things to do in your new home.
Find more helpful tips for newcomers on the rest of our Welcome Helsinki pages.
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