Kielo International School

Kielo International School is a private educational establishment that started in August 2015. The school is located in Malmi, Helsinki and is easily accessible by public transportation. The language of instruction is English. Students also learn Finnish as a second language in the school. Kielo International School provides primary school education (grades 1-6) and currently accepts 1-6 grade students.

Kielo School complies with the Finnish basic education legislation and the national curriculum and follows the national standards and distribution of lesson hours. The school also operates in collaboration with the local education department of Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa. Consequently, officers from the mentioned department evaluate the educational outcomes and objectives of Kielo School.

At Kielo International School, we have a child-centered approach to learning. Our primary aim is to identify and appreciate the unique potential of every student. Students receive an excellent education from dedicated and qualified teachers. In addition to our broad curriculum, students can also enjoy a lot of fun activities besides classroom lessons to keep them excited and motivated throughout the school year.

Kielo School’s students come from various countries and cultures. The school welcomes children of all backgrounds. We cherish diversity and encourage our students to learn from each other. At Kielo, our activities provide our students with academic achievements and encourage them to become active and responsible members of society.

Kielo’s values and activities are not just about academic achievements, but also students’ welfare and education towards active community members. Student's voice is seen as a key contributor to preparing students for adulthood and life beyond school. We cherish the opinion and input of our parents in the forming of the best practices in our school. A parent association ensures a platform for regular communication between the schools and the parents which makes it more feasible for us to perfect our services.

Our mission is to provide high-quality education within an international, inquiring and supportive environment. We seek to inspire students and provide them with the necessary skills to fulfill their potential as a responsible global citizen. At Kielo we are committed to creating and maintaining a safe, friendly and child-centered environment where students are inspired to become lifelong learners.

​Acceptance: Both students and teachers are tolerant and understanding, towards the needs and rights of others around them. Our school community is open-minded and inclusive, with cooperation being valued over competition. Responsibility: Everyone is reliable and responsible for their actions. The staff operates in a dedicated and professional manner. Caring: Staff and students are considerate, kind, respectful and supportive towards each other. Excellence: The teaching offers a high quality of education, where the students strive to do their best. Our school community supports the staff and students equally.