Ruoholahti

Our Ruoholahti center is located near Ruoholahti metro station, and is easily reached using trams 6, 6T, 7, and 9. Our team is very diverse, coming from several different countries, and having degrees and qualifications in varied concentrations related to children’s health, development, and education. We put a lot of focus on children feeling safe and happy, being able to express their thoughts and interests, learning independence, and gaining tons of self-confidence and enthusiasm for learning before going off to school. We have six full-time staff members and enroll children from age 3 (must be fully toilet trained) through preschool (age 6), and have space for 42 children in total. Children are divided into groups during lessons, based on the year of birth, and each group has one or two key teachers, depending on the size of the group. We want to work together with parents to hear your thoughts, answer your questions, and earn your trust, so that together we can give your child the absolute best kindergarten experience possible! Give us a call if you want to know more. We look forward to speaking with you!

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Contact Details

Finnish-American Kindergarten
Itämerenkatu 2B
00180 Helsinki
Mobile: 040967 2566
Email: ashley@finnamkindergarten.com

Sijaintimme

Itämerenkatu 2B
00180 Helsinki

Sijaintimme

Itämerenkatu 2, 00180 Helsinki, Finland

Building Trust

We place importance on making sure your child feels safe and comfortable in our care. This starts by having an easy-to-follow routine in place so that children can rely on structure, knowing what is on the schedule for the day. With that said, staff are friendly and flexible, able to give support and comfort, in Finnish as well if needed. We want to build a trusting rapport with each child, and make sure they know we care about and value them as a member of our community.

Global Citizenship

Our families and our staff are a multi-cultural bunch, and we celebrate diversity and respect. Children who gain exposure to such a rich array of backgrounds and ideas at a young age grow up with understanding, openness, and respect for the global community. We care about the Earth, and teach children to make sustainable choices. Environmental awareness is the first step toward making better long-term choices for our planet.

Our Groups

Honey Honies

Our 3 year olds group. Some little ones join us with no knowledge of English…That’s okay! They learn through play, making friends, and their desire for independence. We know joining kindergarten for the first time can be a big step for children and parents. We are here to support your family and make kindergarten something your child enjoys and looks forward to!

Sunshines

Our 4 year olds group. Continuing interpersonal skills, motor development, and encouraging independence are the main focal areas this year. Children this age start to learn how to resolve conflicts among friends. We provide a safe setting in which children can practice their emerging social skills.

Our Groups

Shooting Stars

Our 5 year olds group. Children are more confident to express their individual interests! We tailor themes to what the children have shown us they’re excited about. We give the children a diverse array of activities and projects, along with the flexibility to let each child explore in their own way.

Preschoolers

We are an accredited part of the Helsinki city pre-school system, following Finnish National Core Curriculum for Early Childhood Education and Care as well as the City of Helsinki Curriculum for Early Childhood and Preschool Education. The focus is on self-confidence, excitement for learning, respect for others, independence, and problem solving. We dedicate time to literacy, math, natural sciences, music, and physical health.

Our Daily Routines

	8.00 – 9.00 Doors open, parents and children welcomed for table activities.
	9.00 – 9.30 Circle time. We prepare for the day, we sing, learn rhymes, play games, discuss any issues that have arisen, and built a community feeling.
	9.30 – 11.00 Activity and play time. Each age group has its own teacher. Activities are based on weekly themes and incorporate all areas of development.
	11.00 – 11.30 Lunch time. Our lunches are delivered by AMICA. Children with special diets can be catered for.
	11.30 – 12.00 Storytime.
	12.00 – 13.15 Outdoor play. If the weather conditions are extremely bad we can have activities indoors.
	13.15 – 14.00 Afternoon circle: Children have a relaxing moment, meditate, hear a story, or listen to music. Honey Honies have the option to nap separately if needed.
	14.00 – 14.45 Play/work time, the focus is on creative activities.
	14.45 – 15.15 Snack time: Parents should provide a healthy snack from home. Fruit, veg, bread, or yogurt are popular.
	15.15 – 16.00 Storytime and dress for evening park.
	16.00-17.00 Evening park. Kindergarten program ends.

Our Daily Routines

8.00 – 9.00
Doors open, parents and children welcomed for table activities.
9.00 – 9.30
Circle time. We prepare for the day, we sing, learn rhymes, play games, discuss any issues that have arisen, and built a community feeling.
9.30 – 11.00
Activity and play time. Each age group has its own teacher. Activities are based on weekly themes and incorporate all areas of development.
11.00 – 11.30
Lunch time. Our lunches are delivered by AMICA. Children with special diets can be catered for.
11.30 – 12.00
Storytime.
12.00 – 13.15
Outdoor play. If the weather conditions are extremely bad we can have activities indoors.
13.15 – 14.00
Afternoon circle: Children have a relaxing moment, meditate, hear a story, or listen to music. Honey Honies have the option to nap separately if needed.
14.00 – 14.45
Play/work time, the focus is on creative activities.
14.45 – 15.15
Snack time: Parents should provide a healthy snack from home. Fruit, veg, bread, or yogurt are popular.
15.15 – 16.00
Storytime and dress for evening park.
16.00-17.00
Evening park. Kindergarten program ends.

The kindergarten follows the following work and holiday schedule:

1st Day

August 1 (Wednesday)

Closures and exceptions

December 6: Independence day

December 22-January 6: Christmas holiday

April 19 – April 22: Easter holiday

May 1: May day

May 30: Ascension Day

June 21-July 31: Summer holiday

Last day

June 20

August 1 (Wednesday)

First day of term

December 6 : Independence day

December 22-January 6 :

Christmas holiday

Closed

April 19 – April 22 : Easter holiday

Closed

May 1: May day

May 30: Ascension Day

Closed

June 20

Last day of term

June 21-July 31:

Summer holiday