Preparatory education is for children aged 6 – 17 years, who have just moved to Finland or whose Swedish or Finnish language skills are not yet on a level to study in Finnish or Swedish speaking groups. Preparatory education is offered for a maximum of one year.
During this year, pupils learn Swedish and the skills necessary for basic education. Every pupil receives their own education plan. Within the Swedish schools the preparatory education is offered in the Swedish schools within the same class. Preparatory education is often also available for preschool children.
More information at InfoFinland, under the headline Immigrants and comprehensive school
