Basic education
Welcome to learn about basic education in Tuusula. Basic education comprises grades 1–9. Tuusula has 18 Finnish-language and one Swedish-language schools providing basic education. In addition, there is one regional hospital school.
School term dates and holiday periods
You can find the term dates and holiday periods for primary schools, upper secondary schools and pre-school education for the current academic year and the next two academic years here.
Weighted teaching
Tuusula offers specialised teaching in sports coaching and music.
School transport
The municipality of Tuusula organises free transport for pre-school and primary school pupils or assists with transporting or accompanying pupils to school in certain cases.
Secondary school pupils who are subject to compulsory education are eligible for school transport assistance from Kela if their journey to school is at least 7 kilometres long. School transport subsidies are applied for from Kela.
Multicultural teaching
The objectives of teaching organised for pupils whose native language is other than Finnish or Swedish are to strengthen their Finnish language skills, promote functional bilingualism and strengthen their identity based on their own linguistic and cultural background.
Evening use of school facilities
The sports halls and other school facilities in Tuusula can be booked for evening and weekend use.
Enrolling in school
Here you will find information about enrolling in school and the application process, whether you are the guardian of a child starting basic education in Tuusula or are just moving to Tuusula.
Schools
Tuusula has an extensive and diverse school network. Approximately 5,000 children and young people are enrolled in basic education.
Support for growth and learning
Tuusula invests in learning support in many different ways. Here you will also find information about school and student health care.
After-school clubs and leisure activities
After school, children and young people in Tuusula have a wide range of options for spending their free time. You can find information on how to apply for and sign up for clubs and activities here.
School extracurricular activities and clubs
All comprehensive schools in Tuusula offer free extracurricular activities and clubs. Activities are also available at the Tuusula Sports Centre, gyms and other locations. Find out more about the extracurricular activities and clubs offered by schools here.
After primary school
Secondary education is education that follows comprehensive school, either in upper secondary school or vocational education. In Tuusula, you can study at Tuusula Upper Secondary School or Keuda vocational college. Find out more about the education options here.
Curriculum
Here you will find the curriculum and Tuusula's lesson timetable, as well as information about programmes and learning modules that support the local curriculum.
Contact details for the provider of basic education
Please feel free to contact us regarding any matters relating to teaching.
Wilma as a communication tool
Wilma is a system that schools use to keep in touch with parents and guardians. Read the instructions for use!
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