Tag: Preschool education
Vantaa launches Finland’s first municipal IB pathway from early childhood education to upper secondary education
In August 2026, Vantaa became the first municipality in Finland to offer a continuous International Baccalaureate (IB) program starting from early childhood education through to upper secondary education. The pilot program began at Pakkala Y.E.S. Daycare Center, providing an English-language
Early childhood education's client fees
Early childhood education's client fees are based on legislation. The fee is based on the family size, gross income, and the extent of the child’s need for early childhood education. The client fees are calculated as a percentage of a family's gross income.
Children and young people hope for more places to hang out and free hobbies in Vantaa.
Children and young people long for more comfortable places to hang out in Vantaa. Schoolchildren and students presented their wish to the city officials at the Influential Day, which was held at the city hall on April 22-23, 2025
Frequently asked questions about the reform of support for learning
You will find frequently asked questions about the reform of support for learning on this page.
Guardians in the metropolitan area are very satisfied with early childhood education and pre-primary education
Guardians in the metropolitan area were very satisfied with early childhood education and pre-primary education. The families give early childhood education and pre-primary education the school grade 9. Compared to the previous survey, the guardians’ satisfaction has increased.
The results of the early childhood education customer survey will be published on January 23 – follow the event live online
The results of the early childhood education customer survey will be published in Vantaa on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 9:00 to 10:30. The event will be streamed and can be followed live on this website starting at 9:00.
Enrol your child in pre-school or first grade in January
Enrolment for first grade and pre-primary education takes place in January. Pre-school and first grade start in Vantaa in August
Proactivity in Vantaa's schools and daycare centers
Positive feedback teaches children to behave in a desired manner. Positive feedback is actively used in Vantaa's schools and daycare centers.
Pääkaupunkiseudun yhteinen asiakaskysely varhaiskasvatuksesta ja esiopetuksesta lähetetään noin 54 400 lapsen huoltajalle
Espoo, Helsinki, Kauniainen ja Vantaa toteuttavat 23.10.–17.11.2024 yhteisen asiakaskyselyn varhaiskasvatuksessa ja esiopetuksessa olevien lasten huoltajille. Kysely lähetetään noin 54 400 lapsen huoltajalle.
Billing and payments regarding early childhood education
Regarding customer payments and support, its reviews and other additional payment questions, you can contact the early childhood cares customer payment and billing service.