Finland prides itself on its education system, while Helsinki is a flagship city for education. There’s a number of high-standard internationally focused schools in the city, and education is free from pre-primary to higher education for EU Nationals.
School holidays in Helsinki are observed across the city. School dates may vary from one school to another. For more updated information, you can contact the schools directly for more accurate school holiday announcements.
Comprehensive schools and general upper secondary schools
| School Holiday | 2024 – 2025 | 2023 – 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term Holiday | Oct 14 – 18 | Oct 16 – 20 |
| Christmas holiday | Dec 21 – Jan 6 | Dec 23 – Jan 7 |
| Spring Term / Winter Holiday | Feb 17 – 21 | Feb 19 – 23 |
General upper secondary school for adults
| School Holiday | 2024 – 2025 | 2023 – 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term Holiday | Oct 14 – 18 | Oct 16 – 20 |
| Christmas holiday | Dec 23 – Jan 6 | Dec 22 – Jan 5 |
| Spring Term / Winter Holiday | Feb 17 – 21 | Feb 19 – 23 |
New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day is a public holiday in Helsinki, celebrating the first day of the new year according to the Gregorian calendar.
Epiphany
Epiphany, or the Three Kings Day, commemorates the presentation of baby Jesus to the wise men.
Good Friday
Good Friday commemorates the death and crucifixion of Jesus on the cross.
Second Easter Day
Also known as Easter Monday, this day is celebrated a day after Easter Sunday, marking the resurrection of Jesus after his death on Good Friday. It is one of the most important holidays in the Christian calendar.
Vappu
More commonly known as Labor Day, Vappu in Helsinki commemorates the efforts played by the labor movement, trade unions and the communist party in the struggle against apartheid. It is a public holiday in over 80 countries.
Ascension Day
Ascension Day commemorates Jesus’ ascension into heaven 39 days after his crucifixion.
All Saints’ Day
All Saints’ Day is a commemoration day for all Christian saints and the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Independence Day
Finland’s Independence Day celebrates the country’s independence from the Russian Empire in 1917.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a public holiday in Helsinki that celebrates the birth of Jesus in accordance with the Gregorian Calendar.
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