More Language Learning
The School of Eastern Finland provides comprehensive basic education from grades 1 to 9. The main goal of basic education is to support pupils’ growth and development and to equip them with the knowledge and skills needed in life. The school follows the Finnish national core curriculum for basic education but offers 3–4 more weekly language lessons than municipal schools.
Russian is taught both as a mother tongue and as a foreign language. Native Russian-speaking staff ensure that pupils are exposed to authentic Russian in everyday situations. The bilingual learning environment supports the learning of both language and culture throughout the school day. Some subjects are taught in Russian, but the main language of instruction is Finnish.
Learning by Doing
At The School of Eastern Finland language and cultural learning emphasize active participation in addition to knowledge. During their studies, pupils take part in study trips both abroad and in Finland and participate in bilingual theme days organized by the school. After completing grade 9, pupils are well prepared for further studies.
