Enrolling in school

Welcome to attending school in Kerava! Starting school is a big step in the life of a child and the family and often raises questions from the parents. For more information on starting school, see the guide for guardians in the Finnish page.

Enrolling in primary school

Children starting school in the City of Kerava receive enrolling instructions from preschool. The instructions are also sent to the guardians electronically in Wilma.

Enrolment primary school is done electronically in Wilma.

Children who move to Kerava during the spring or summer can be enrolled in school provided that the guardian knows the child’s future address in Kerava and date of the move.

Children living in other municipalities can enroll in school in Kerava, as a rule, by applying for a secondary school place.

Pupils with special needs

If a pupil needs special support in school, the enrolment in special needs education is done by contacting the school’s specialists in education and learning support.

Immigrant pupils

Immigrants who do not speak Finnish are given instruction that prepares for basic education. Enrolling in preparatory instruction is done by contacting the school’s specialist in education and teaching. More information about teaching for immigrants.

School placement decisions of Year 1 pupils

The decision on the school placement of children starting Year 1 is sent either electronically in Wilma or by mail, depending on the guardian’s choice. In Wilma, decisions can be found on the guardian’s front page under: Applications and decisions. The decision will be given by mid-April.