Helsinki International School

Helsinki International School is a publicly-run international school operated by the City of Helsinki, offering English-medium education to students aged 6 to 16. The school follows both the Finnish comprehensive school curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), providing a rigorous bilingual education. Students must pass an aptitude test in English for admission. Tuition is free of charge, making the school accessible to internationally minded Finnish families and expatriate families residing in Helsinki. Located in central Helsinki near the city's vibrant cultural and business districts, the school provides an excellent environment for students to develop academically and socially. Helsinki International School prepares students effectively for both Finnish and international upper secondary education, fostering global citizenship and multilingual competence in Finland's cosmopolitan capital.