Lyseonpuiston lukio

Finland, Rovaniemi

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Finnish, English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 16 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum IB (DP), Finnish Curriculum

Taught languages Finnish, English, Swedish

Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Languages, Sport

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Senior Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Lyseonpuiston lukio is a public upper secondary school in central Rovaniemi, Finland, offering the Finnish national curriculum alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) with a preparatory year. The IB is taught mainly in English and follows the six-subject structure: one subject from each group, with three to four at Higher Level; a Theory of Knowledge course, an Extended Essay, and CAS form core components. The Diploma is recognised by universities worldwide. The school is the northernmost IB in Finland and has held IB World School status since 2004. The campus also hosts Urheilulukio (Sports High School) on-site and shares facilities with Ounasvaaran lukio, providing strong sport opportunities. As a UNESCO School, Lyseonpuiston lukio emphasizes international understanding, intercultural engagement, and LUMA development activities through the LUMA Center Finland network. The school runs a broad languages program, with IB options in Spanish, Hindi, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese, German, Finnish and Ukrainian.

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Ruokasenkatu 18, 96100 Rovaniemi, Finland

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The Essentials

Location

Lyseonpuiston lukio operates from two campuses in Rovaniemi: Ruokasenkatu 18 and Siljotie 2 (opposite the railway station). All first-year students study at Ruokasenkatu; the IB line and the preparatory IB class are at Siljotie; II and III year teaching occurs at both campuses. The campuses are about 1 km apart.

Stages

Upper secondary (lukio) with a three-year program designed to last three years, which can be completed in 2–4 years; includes a preparatory IB year and the IB Diploma Programme.

Type

Public (state) upper secondary school

Pupil Nationality Mix

The school has a diverse student body with exchange students from around the world.

Additional learning support

Special education support; a dedicated special education teacher; a multidisciplinary student welfare team; peer tutors (older students).

Country affiliation

Finland

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Fees

Application fees

- There is no application fee charged to applicants through the national joint application system (Studyinfo/Opintopolku) for general upper‑secondary (lukio) admissions. Admissions to the IB preparatory and the regular upper‑secondary programmes use the joint application procedures used in Finnish upper‑secondary admissions.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- There are no tuition or term fees for students attending Lyseonpuiston lukio. This applies to all year groups, including the pre‑IB (preparatory) year and the two‑year IB Diploma Programme. Day‑time upper‑secondary instruction is provided without tuition charges.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Because there are no tuition charges, there is no regular tuition billing schedule.
- Chargeable items that may be invoiced to students and families (see sections below) are billed separately as they arise (for example, external examination fees or optional services). When the school or municipal administration issues an invoice, it is payable according to the instructions on the invoice (typically to the municipality's bank account). Schools/municipal invoicing procedures and payment deadlines follow the municipality's billing instructions.

Boarding / residential accommodation fees (if applicable)

- Lyseonpuiston lukio does not operate a school boarding house. There are no boarding fees charged by the school because boarding is not provided. Students who relocate for study may arrange accommodation independently; municipal student housing options (for example Domus Arctica student housing) are separate and billed by the housing provider. Any residential rent or housing fees are payable directly to the housing provider, not to the school.

Other costs and typical additional fees

- Textbooks, digital books, a laptop/tablet and other personal study materials are the responsibility of the student or family and must be purchased separately. These material costs are not covered by the school. Students receive a free school meal on days when teaching takes place. Travel to school (transport) is normally paid by the student/family, although transport support may be available from Kela when qualifying distance criteria are met.
- National matriculation (ylioppilastutkinto) and external examination fees: students are responsible for matriculation/exam fees required to sit national or external examinations. Matriculation/examination charges are invoiced per test; typical per‑test amounts in recent practice have been in the range of around €38–€41, invoiced to the candidate or the school and collected according to the invoicing instructions. IB Diploma candidates may also incur IB examination and registration charges that are billed separately; IB examination and registration fees vary by year and by the number of subjects taken. Families should expect separate invoices for national matriculation exam fees and for IB exam/registration costs if the candidate takes those examinations.
- Programme‑specific and course costs: certain optional courses, study trips, art supplies (for the art line), laboratory consumables and extracurricular activities may require additional payments from families; these costs are charged separately when applicable.

Refund information

- There are no tuition refunds to consider for regular day‑time students because there are no tuition charges.
- Examination fees (national matriculation and external examination fees) may be refundable in specific circumstances (for example, if the examination body's rules allow a refund); requests for refunds of examination fees must be made in accordance with the examination authority's deadlines and procedures. Families should follow the invoicing and refund instructions provided by the examination body or by the school when an invoice is issued.

Fee payment options

- Payment of any invoices (examination fees, housing invoices, material charges, optional trip fees etc.) is made according to the invoice instructions. Invoices issued by the school or municipality are typically payable to the municipal bank account indicated on the invoice; schools and municipal finance offices commonly accept bank transfer payments and follow municipal payment channels. Specific payment methods (bank transfer, online banking, or card payment) depend on the municipality's billing systems and any third‑party providers used for particular services (e.g., housing providers or external vendors).

Summary (short)

- No application fee for municipal/Studyinfo admissions; no tuition or term fees for any year group; no school boarding or boarding fees; students/families pay for textbooks, devices, travel and any optional activities; national and IB/external exam fees are charged separately and invoiced when applicable; invoices are paid according to municipal/school invoice instructions.

Academics

Curriculum

Lyseonpuiston lukio offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) with a preparatory year to prepare for the Diploma. The language of instruction is English. The IB course includes six subjects drawn from six groups: Group 1 Language A1 (Finnish or the student's first language); Group 2 Language A2 or B (English, Swedish, other modern languages, or classical languages); Group 3 Individuals and Societies (History, Economics, Geography, Philosophy, Psychology, Information Technology and Organisation); Group 4 Experimental Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Systems); Group 5 Mathematics (Mathematics HL, SL, Mathematical Studies, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science); Group 6 Arts (or another subject from Groups 2, 3 or 4 such as Art/Design, Music, Theatre Arts). Each candidate must take one subject from every group; three to four subjects are taken at Higher Level and the rest at Standard Level. The Diploma includes an Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service), with substantial independent work such as reading, essay writing, laboratory and fieldwork. The Diploma is recognised by most universities worldwide; in the United States, Harvard University acknowledges the IB Diploma as partial fulfilment of first-year university requirements.

Higher Education Progression

The IB Diploma is recognised by most universities worldwide; in the United States, Harvard University acknowledges the IB Diploma as partial fulfilment of first-year university requirements. The program is designed to foster mobility and international understanding through a two-year pre-university curriculum and a balance of six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS components.

Gifted and Talented

The IB Diploma Programme is aimed at motivated learners capable of independent work. It emphasizes substantial independent work, including reading and researching for the Extended Essay, laboratory and fieldwork, and CAS activities, with subjects offered at Higher Level or Standard Level and a strong focus on critical thinking and inquiry.

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FAQs

What age range does Lyseonpuiston lukio serve?

Lyseonpuiston lukio serves students aged 16 to 18. It runs a three‑year upper secondary program that includes a preparatory IB year to prepare for the Diploma.

What curriculum does the school offer and what is the language of instruction?

The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) with a preparatory year. The language of instruction is English.

Where are the campuses located and how is the IB program organized across them?

Lyseonpuiston lukio operates from two campuses in Rovaniemi: Ruokasenkatu 18 and Siljotie 2. First-year students study at Ruokasenkatu; the IB line and preparatory class are at Siljotie; second- and third-year teaching occurs at both campuses, about 1 km apart.

Are there tuition fees at Lyseonpuiston lukio?

There are no tuition or term fees for day-time upper-secondary instruction, including the pre‑IB year and the IB Diploma Programme. Examination fees or optional services may be invoiced separately.

How does admissions work and is there an application fee?

Admissions follow the Finnish joint application procedures; there is no application fee for general upper-secondary admissions. National matriculation or IB examination fees are charged separately as applicable.

Do you offer boarding or housing options for relocating students?

Lyseonpuiston lukio does not operate a boarding house; housing must be arranged privately. Renting is typically handled by the housing provider, not by the school.

What does the IB Diploma Programme look like at Lyseonpuiston lukio?

The IB Diploma Programme requires six subjects from six groups, with three to four subjects at Higher Level and the rest at Standard Level. It also includes the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and CAS, with substantial independent work.

Is there support for university admissions and career planning?

Yes, a University and Career Counsellor helps students with university admissions and career guidance, supporting them through the IB program.

Are there specialized tracks within the IB program, such as Visual Arts?

Yes, Lyseonpuiston lukio offers a Visual Arts track in addition to the IB program, providing focused study opportunities in the arts.

What facilities support the IB and Visual Arts programs?

The school operates from two campuses that host the IB program and the Visual Arts track, and it participates in UNESCO and LUMA networks to support international collaboration and subject-area development.

How is CAS integrated into the IB program?

CAS is an IB requirement and involves 2–3 hours per week of Creativity, Activity and Service activities, supervised by a CAS supervisor.

What extracurricular activities are available?

Beyond academics, students engage in CAS projects, UNESCO poetry competitions, LUMA development projects, and Erasmus+ accredited activities.

How many hours per week does CAS require?

CAS requires about 2–3 hours per week of activities, including creative, physical and community service work.

Does the school participate in international programs like Erasmus+?

Yes, Lyseonpuiston lukio is Erasmus+ accredited, reflecting international partnerships and mobility opportunities.

Is Lyseonpuiston lukio a UNESCO School and what does that mean for campus life?

Yes, it is a UNESCO School, emphasizing international understanding and intercultural interaction. The school participates in UNESCO initiatives and related activities, including poetry competitions.

What events are available for prospective students and families?

The school hosts events for applicants and families, including Hakijan & kotiväen ilta (applicant and family evening) and parents' evenings for 9th graders and first‑year students; slides and information are posted after these events.

Is the IB Diploma recognized by universities?

The IB Diploma is recognized by most universities worldwide; for example, Harvard University acknowledges the IB Diploma as partial fulfilment of first‑year university requirements.

What recognitions or partnerships does the school have?

The school is Erasmus+ accredited, a UNESCO School, and participates in the LUMA development network, reflecting its international collaborations.

What languages are taught for IB subjects beyond English?

The IB program offers subjects in languages including Finnish (Language A1), English, Swedish or other Language A2/B, and additional options such as Spanish, Hindi, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese, German, Czech, Finnish and Ukrainian.

How are language choices structured in the IB Diploma (A1/A2, etc.)?

Students take one subject from each of the six IB groups, including Language A1 (Finnish or the student's first language) and Language A2 or B for Language Group 2, with additional language options available within Group 2 and beyond.

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