Early childhood education

We offer children under school age high-quality early childhood education and pre-primary education. Through early childhood education, children learn various skills and make new friends.

Pedagogy in early childhood education

Early childhood education is an important part of children’s growth and learning path. It builds a foundation for lifelong learning. Read more about how we in Espoo support children and encourage them to try and learn new things.

Contact information

Finnish early childhood education service guidance

+358 9 81631000Mailing address PL 3125 02070 Espoon kaupunki

Contact information

Mondays 9-13 am
Tuesdays 9-13 am 
Wednesdays 9-13 am
Thursdays 13-16 pm
Fridays 9-13 am

The service guidance team gives families advice on how to apply for early childhood education and on matters related to childcare allowances.

Swedish-language early childhood education service guidance

+358 9 81627600Postal address PB 3125 02070 Esbo stad

Telephone guidance hours:
Monday 9-11 am and 12-14 pm
Tuesday  13-16 pm
Wednesday 9-11 am and 12-14 pm
Friday 9–12 am

The service guidance team gives families advice on how to apply for Swedish-language early childhood education and on matters related to childcare allowances.

Early childhood education fees

+358 9 81627400The income statement with the necessary attachments can be sent to: Espoon Kaupunki, Talousyksikkö, Varhaiskasvatuksen laskutus, PL 30, 02070 Espoon kaupunki.

Contact information
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday  9-12 

There are 5 options to choose from:

1. Swedish-language day care
2. Leppävaara
3. Tapiola and Matinkylä-Olari
4. Espoonlahti
5. Espoo Centre

Information for providers of private early childhood education

Are you a provider of private early childhood education services in a day care centre, group family day care centre or family day care? Here you can find information on how to start operations and what is required.

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