Finnish
American
Kindergarten
We are an English language playschool
We operate at four locations in central Helsinki: Töölö1, Töölö2, Ruoholahti, and Kamppi. Our Töölö2 kindergarten has a small number of spots for 2 year olds. As places are limited to 12, early registration is recommended. We accept all levels of English language.
We have a consistent staff of highly qualified individuals with diverse experience in the field of education and child well-being, who come from different cultures and nationalities! We are happy to share our love of learning with your child.
Every member of our community contributes something unique and valuable, but all of our locations promote children’s happiness, communication, confidence, independence, respect, and school readiness. Our shared goal is to provide a safe and loving environment for children to explore, learn, and be…all at their own pace.
Children, carers, and kindie staff are a team! When we work together to nurture children’s interests, we provide your child with the best start to their life-long learning. We use the Finnish early childhood education curriculum to guide our teaching and we value the emphasis it puts on family cooperation.
Diversity and interculturalism is our norm. We strive to express appreciation and understanding towards all members of our community through exploration of traditions, art, language, and a hefty helping of festivals and parties!
We are an English language playschool
For children aged 3-7 years old, based in central Helsinki. We are open at three locations: Töölö, Ruoholahti and Kamppi. Our Töölö2 kindergarten has a small number of spots for 2 year olds; as places are limited to 10, early registration is recommended. Please check our page for information about our timetable and price list.
The Finnish-American Kindergarten
has been in operation for more than 40 years. Over this time, we’ve grown and we’ve watched families grow with us. Our former pupils are always welcome to visit, and often do so – just popping by the park for a chat or coming back as teenagers completing their work practices. It is important that each child leaves our kindergarten having had a great experience and that they go to school full of confidence and eagerness.
Children as active participants
Just as the children learn from us, we learn from the children. Their ideas, thoughts and interests form the basis of our themes and topics. It’s important that they see themselves reflected and valued in the kindergarten, whether it’s seeing their art work nicely framed and displayed, or being given the chance to show their expertise in different areas. Our children have opportunities daily to speak and be heard, and to influence our practice.
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Parents are important to us
You know your child best and we want to hear your opinions. At the kindergarten, we have an open doors policy: you may come to the kindergarten at any time to see how your child is doing, or to talk with the teachers. It is important that parents and teachers trust and respect each other. We work best when we work together for the benefit of your child.
The Finnish-American Kindergarten
has been in operation for more than 40 years. Over this time, we’ve grown and we’ve watched families grow with us. Our former pupils are always welcome to visit, and often do so – just popping by the park for a chat or coming back as teenagers completing their work practices. It is important that each child leaves our kindergarten having had a great experience and that they go to school full of confidence and eagerness.
Children as active participants
Just as the children learn from us, we learn from the children. Their ideas, thoughts and interests form the basis of our themes and topics. It’s important that they see themselves reflected and valued in the kindergarten, whether it’s seeing their art work nicely framed and displayed, or being given the chance to show their expertise in different areas. Our children have opportunities daily to speak and be heard, and to influence our practice.
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Parents are important to us
You know your child best and we want to hear your opinions. At the kindergarten, we have an open doors policy: you may come to the kindergarten at any time to see how your child is doing, or to talk with the teachers. It is important that parents and teachers trust and respect each other. We work best when we work together for the benefit of your child.
We have an app!
The KindieDays App provides a way for parents to get a peek into their child’s life at the kindergarten. Information can be exchanged safely and easily with your child’s educators. You can view drop off and pick up times, nap times, menus and how your child has eaten on a daily basis.
All information is related strictly to your child and is located behind a secure login.
More information about the App can be found at kindiedays.com
We have an app!
.
The KindieDays App provides a way for parents to get a peek into their child’s life at the kindergarten. Information can be exchanged safely and easily with your child’s educators. You can view drop off and pick up times, nap times, menus and how your child has eaten on a daily basis.
All information is related strictly to your child and is located behind a secure login.
More information about the App can be found at kindiedays.com
