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Comprehensive education from 7th to 9th grade

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In grades 7–9, teaching is carried out by subject teachers. Each class also has its own homeroom teacher.

In grades 1–9, pupils study common subjects and optional subjects according to the national distribution of lesson hours. The common subjects are the same in all schools. In grades 7–9, teaching is carried out by subject teachers. Each class also has its own homeroom teacher. The school sub ...

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To whom and on what terms

Children in Helsinki who have completed grades 1–6 of comprehensive school.

Background information

Compulsory education of a child who lives permanently in Finland begins in the year they turn seven. Compulsory education ends when the student reaches the age of 18 or if they complete an upper secondary qualification (matriculation examination or vocational qualification) or an equivalent foreign education before that.

The period of compulsory education may be extended due to a disability or illness. Adults may complete the basic education syllabus for example at a general upper secondary school for adults, a folk high school or an adult education centre.

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City of Helsinki

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City of Helsinki, Education Division
Text edited by: City of Helsinki, Education Division
Updated: 12/6/2026