Espoo International School

Finland, Espoo

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 6 - 16 years

Pupil numbers 600

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (MYP)

Taught languages Finnish, English, Swedish, Spanish, French, German, Russian

Strengths Languages

Clubs Social and Hobbies, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Elementary, Middle School

Introduction

Espoo International School is a uniform, international English-language comprehensive school in Espoo that serves both international and Finnish families. It has around 600 pupils in grades 1-9. Education follows the Finnish National Core Curriculum and the Espoo municipal framework, augmented by the Espoo International School curriculum (2016). The school is IB-authorized and offers the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 7-9 over three years, aligning international standards with local expectations. The main language of instruction is English, while Finnish and English are studied by all students; from grade 6, B1 Swedish is introduced, and elective A2 languages Spanish or French begin in grade 4, with B2 languages German, Spanish, and Russian from grade 8. The Opinmäki campus provides a cohesive environment for international and Finnish learners. The school emphasizes language development and prepares students for English-medium education, with a bespoke curriculum that blends the Espoo framework with IB principles to foster global-minded learners.

www.espoo.fi

Lillhemtintie 1, 02250 Espoo, Finland

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Location

Espoo International School is located at Opinmäki campus in Espoo. It operates as a joint comprehensive school with English as the main language of instruction. The school's postal address is Lillhemtintie 1, 02250 Espoo, Finland. It serves pupils in grades 1-9 and follows the Finnish National Core Curriculum and Espoo International School curriculum.

Stages

Basic Education (grades 1-9). Middle Years Programme (MYP) offered for grades 7-9.

Type

Joint comprehensive school; English-language education; International Baccalaureate (IB) authorized with the MYP for grades 7-9.

Additional learning support

Special education support is available; dedicated Special Education Teachers.

School day structure

School year 2025-2026: Autumn term begins on 7 August 2025 and ends 20 December 2025; Christmas holiday 22 December 2025 – 6 January 2026; Spring term begins on 7 January 2026 and ends on 30 May 2026; Winter holiday 16–20 February 2026. Afternoon activities are organized for pupils in grades 1-2 and for pupils requiring special support after the school day.

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Curriculum

Espoo International School is a uniform, international English-language comprehensive school with about 600 pupils in grades 1-9. Education follows the Finnish National Core Curriculum in all grades, Espoo's municipal curriculum, and the Espoo International School curriculum (2016). The main language of instruction is English, and the school serves international and Finnish families living in Espoo. EIS is an International Baccalaureate (IB) authorized school and offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for grades 7-9 over three years. Language studies include Finnish and English for all students; from grade 6, B1 Swedish is studied; elective A2 languages Spanish or French from grade 4, and B2 languages German, Spanish, and Russian from grade 8.

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FAQs

What curriculum does Espoo International School follow?

EIS follows the Finnish National Core Curriculum in all grades, the Espoo municipal curriculum and its own school curriculum. For Grades 7-9, the school also offers the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP).

What age range does EIS accept?

EIS serves students in Grades 1 through 9, approximately ages 6 to 15.

Is EIS a public school?

Yes, EIS is a municipal school operated by the City of Espoo, providing free basic education in English.

How many students attend EIS?

Approximately 600 students attend Espoo International School.

What languages are taught?

English is the main language of instruction. Finnish is mandatory from Grade 1, and Swedish is studied as a B1 language from Grade 6. Additional elective languages are also available.

What learning support is available?

Dedicated Special Education Teachers are on staff, and a multi-professional pupil welfare team includes a school social officer, psychologist and school health care services. An anti-bullying support plan is in place.

Where is EIS located?

EIS is at the Opinmaki campus, Lillhemtintie 1, 02250 Espoo, Finland.

Is EIS an IB school?

Yes, EIS is an IB authorised school offering the Middle Years Programme for Grades 7-9.

Who is the head of school?

Anne-Marie Rapo is the head of school.

Is there a parents' association?

Yes, parents' associations and classroom committees promote collaboration, organise theme days, events, shows and work parties.

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