News - Children and young people
Skidiviikko, a week dedicated to children's culture, will be celebrated in Tuusula from 3 to 9 November 2025.
The free performances include theatre, dance, music, magic and even opera for children. The 23 performances during the week will reach a total of 1,700 children. Most of the week's performances are sold out, but there are still some seats available for a few performances.
Skididialog provides insights into how children and young people spend their free time
On 24 October, a meeting was held at Kellokoski School to discuss leisure activities as part of Tuusula's Child-Friendly Municipality initiative. The aim of the discussion, which was conducted using the Skididialogi model, was to gather the views and experiences of pupils and adults working with young people on the subject.
Search for Tuusula's most child-friendly act of the year – submit your suggestions by 7 November!
We are looking for the most child-friendly act in Tuusula for the second time. We are looking for an individual who has taken the rights of children and young people to be heard into particular consideration. Being heard has two meanings – both belonging to a community and being listened to. Nominate an act and its creator by 7 November 2025!
Tuusula Education Services Academic Year Assessment 2024–2025: Focus on well-being and a sustainable future
During the 2024–2025 school year, pupils and students in Tuusula learned about the basics of well-being and had many empowering encounters. Reflection on a sustainable future was a key part of Tuusula's educational activities. The implementation of the previous school year in pre-primary and basic education, after-school activities and upper secondary education has now been assessed in the school year evaluations discussed in the autumn.
Together, looking out for each other – four municipalities join forces to promote safety in schools
Tuusula, Kerava, Hyvinkää and Järvenpää have launched a joint initiative called Reilusti yhdessä, turvaa toisista (Fair together, safety from others), which aims to prevent bullying, harassment, discrimination and violence in schools.
Pioneering emotional skills in Tuusula
Emotional and interpersonal skills are among the most important skills for educators. Tuusula's expertise in emotional skills has been exported abroad. Recognising their own emotions gives children and young people the tools to deal with even difficult issues safely with the support of adults.
Pick up tips for the autumn half-term week at school
Schools in Tuusula will be closed for autumn break from 13 to 19 October. Both primary and secondary school pupils will be enjoying a well-deserved break, not to mention their younger siblings. Check out our tips for the holiday week!
Tuusula Art School's new group for 4–5-year-olds will start on 22 October.
Tuusula Art School's new Minikuvis group for children aged 4–5 will start after the autumn break. Sign up by 19 October at the latest!
A couple of hundred proposals were generated during the first brainstorming days for children and young people – the search for ideas continues until 19 October.
The participatory budgeting (PBF) round for children and young people in Tuusula began on Monday, 29 September with a brainstorming session. On the first day, children and young people came up with 34 proposals during their lessons that could be used to increase well-being and comfort in Tuusula.
The programme for Skidiviikko 3–9 November 2025 has been published.
Children's culture takes centre stage at Tuusula's Skidiviikko festival from 3 to 9 November 2025. There will be 21 performances during the week. This autumn's Skidiviikko will feature theatre, puppet theatre, dance, magic, children's music and even opera for children. The family-oriented children's opera Cinderella will be performed on Thursday 6 November at 6 p.m. at the Monio Cultural Centre.
