STUDIES
The program includes comprehensive Finnish language and cultural studies. You will have 25-30 lessons per week, along with additional practical guidance and support during other times. You will get familiar with Finnish daily life and celebrations. You will also learn basic skills to succeed as a student in a Finnish educational institution.
ACCOMMODATION
During your studies, you will live in the school’s dormitory, Villa Olavi, in a shared double room. The dormitory has a shared kitchen and living room. Additionally, you will have access to the gym, classrooms, and youth space in the adjacent main building during evenings and weekends. In the summer, you can easily go swimming, play sports, or take care of our community garden located on the school grounds.
· Daily life skills and personal management
· Study, self-awareness, and work-life skills
· Communication and interaction skills
· Basic mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities
· Active citizenship
· Study and career planning skills
Satisfaction surveys indicate that the atmosphere at our school is caring, open, and conducive to conversation. It is important to us that students participate in evaluating and developing the institution’s activities. We continuously work on enhancing student housing and recreational activities to support a positive atmosphere even after the school day and to strengthen students' sense of community.
As a small institution, we can focus on personalizing education and creating individual learning paths for each student. We place great emphasis on getting to know and guiding each student with a big heart.
The weekly fee is 155 €/week.
This includes:
Accommodation in shared double rooms
Breakfast and lunch
(Monday to Friday)
Dinner (Monday to Thursday)
Textbooks
Send e-mail: kira.boesen@sko.fi
The program has continuous admissions.
You can also apply for a shorter study period.
You will be notified about the acceptance decision by mail.
Complete and submit your electronic application at:
https://sko.inschool.fi/browsecourses
For more details:
Principal Kira Boesen
Phone: +358 40 7047 505
Email: kira.boesen[at]sko.fi
In-person classes: 25-35 hours / week
Boarding school
MEAL TIMES (Monday to Friday)
Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Lunch: From 11:15 AM
Coffee break: 2:15 PM
Dinner: 5:00 PM (Monday to Thursday)
STUDY PERIOD
Academic Year 2024-2025
Autumn Semester: 12.8.2024 – 20.12.2024
Spring Semester: 13.1.2025 – 28.5.2025
Opistokatu 1
57600 Savonlinna
Office hours:
Mon-Fri 9:00-15:00
+358 50 336 7137
Outside office hours:
+358 50 336 7137
Email: info[at]sko.fi
All contact information
APPLICATION FORM
Application form link
TEACHERS
+358 44 735 4821
GUIDANCE COUNSELLOR
+358 44 704 7505