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In Finland, schooling starts at the age of six with pre-primary education. Basic education is the schooling provided through grades 1 to 9. After completing basic education, you can continue your studies at upper secondary level (in a vocational institution or a general upper secondary school).
On page Young people after comprehensive school you can read more about joint application to upper secondary education and alternatives after basic education.
Participation in education
The child attends a year of pre-primary education and then moves on to comprehensive school. Contact the child’s current school if you plan to move.