ABOUT

Norden International School of Helsinki, originally established as Kielo International School in August 2013, is a distinguished private educational institution, in cooperation with the city of Helsinki Educational Department, located in Malmi, Helsinki. It boasts excellent accessibility via public transport. English is the primary language of instruction, with Finnish language education provided as a secondary focus. The school offers primary and secondary education from pre-school to Grade 9 and is currently enrolling students in these grades.

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Norden International School of Helsinki adheres to Finnish basic education laws, national curriculum standards, and recommended lesson hour distributions. As a recognized Home School, it operates under this designation and collaborates closely with the local education departments of Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa. Officials from these departments assess the educational outcomes and goals set by Norden International School, ensuring alignment with national expectations.

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Our educational philosophy at Norden International School of Helsinki centers on a child-focused approach. We strive to recognize and nurture the individual talents of each student, providing a high-quality education delivered by dedicated and expert teachers. In addition to our comprehensive curriculum, we offer a variety of engaging extracurricular activities to keep our students enthusiastic and inspired throughout the year.

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Norden School’s student body is diverse, with children from various countries and cultures. We warmly welcome students of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and encouraging peer learning.​ Our activities aim to foster academic achievement and encourage students to become active and responsible members of society.

 

We offer various educational services, including trips, tours, certificate programs for teachers, student internships, and English primary, secondary and afternoon school programs. These services are provided free of charge to individuals under certain conditions, while companies and institutions can access them for a fee. Funding for these services comes from annual donations. Returning students are given priority, while new students are assessed through placement tests and motivation letters.