Moscow Finnish School

Russia, Moscow

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The school at a glance

Instructs in Finnish

Fees Fees not listed

Ages Not listed

Opened 1965

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Finnish Curriculum

Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, Outdoor Education

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

The Moscow Finnish School provides Finnish-language basic education (perusopetusta) for Finnish-speaking children living in Moscow, following the Finnish national curriculum and the Finnish Basic Education Act. Instruction is conducted in Finnish, with small class sizes that support individualized learning and active student engagement. The school operates on Leninskiy Prospekt 78a, in a fenced, guarded campus shared with neighboring international schools, and features a library, a kitchen/cafeteria, a gym, outdoor sports areas, and a winter ice rink. A Mossula daycare within the same building helps maintain Finnish language and culture for younger children. The campus promotes a home-like, village-school atmosphere and places strong emphasis on community, cooperation with the Finnish Embassy, and a traditional recess culture encouraging inclusive play. Established in 1965, it is the oldest Finnish school in Russia and remains the only Finnish school currently operating in the country, delivering continuity for families abroad, within a multilingual, supportive community.

Leninski prospekt 78A, Building 1, 119621 Moscow, Russia

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The Essentials

Location

Visiting address: Leninski Prospekt 78a, Building 1, 119621 Moscow. The school is in the same building as the Japanese and Italian schools, within walking distance of Universitet metro station. The grounds are fenced and guarded.

Stages

Kindergarten and school operate in the same building.

Type

Finnish village school.

Country affiliation

Finland

School day structure

School hours are 9:00–15:30, Monday through Friday. The 2026–2027 academic year runs August 10, 2026 to June 5, 2027, with autumn break October 12–16, 2026; Christmas break December 19, 2026; winter break March 1–5, 2027; Easter break March 26–29, 2027; and May Day break April 26–30, 2027.

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Fees

Application fees
- No published application fee amount is available for the 2026/27 academic year (nor for 2025/26). The school's public pages do not present a stated application or enrolment fee.

Tuition fees by school year (per term and per year group)
- The school does not publish a fee schedule showing tuition by year group or per term/year for 2026/27 (or for 2025/26). No specific tuition amounts, by grade or term, are listed on the school's public information pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing schedule or standard payment terms (for example: termly/annual billing dates, due dates, late-payment penalties, or instalment plans) are available for 2026/27 (nor for 2025/26).

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school operates as a day school and does not list boarding services or boarding fees. There are no published boarding charges.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, meals, activities, transport, materials, clubs)
- No standard charges for uniforms, school meals, textbooks, materials, transport, or routine extracurricular activity fees are published for 2026/27 (or 2025/26).
- The school notes activities such as after-school clubs and organised trips; specific charges for optional clubs, music lessons, leirikoulu (school trips), or similar activities are not listed as fixed fees on the public pages. (Some activities are described; individual activity charges are not quantified publicly.)

Refund information
- No published refund policy (for application fees, tuition, activity fees, or cancellations) is available for 2026/27 (nor for 2025/26) on the publicly accessible pages.

Fee payment options (bank transfer, credit card, other)
- No published list of accepted payment methods (bank transfer details, credit card acceptance, online payment provider, or cash procedures) is available for 2026/27 (nor for 2025/26).

Summary statement about available information
- For the 2026/27 academic year (and for 2025/26), the school's publicly available pages do not include a fee schedule, payment terms, refund rules, or stated payment methods. The school's site provides contact details and enrolment guidance but does not publish numeric fee amounts or formal billing terms in its public pages.

Academics

Curriculum

The Moscow Finnish School provides Finnish-language basic education (perusopetusta) for Finnish-speaking children living in Moscow. It is an official foreign school that offers comprehensive basic education in Finnish and follows the Finnish national curriculum and the Finnish Basic Education Act. Small teaching groups support strong student engagement and individualized learning, and we require all students to achieve excellent proficiency and good manners. Communication in the school is conducted in Finnish. The school operates in Leninskiy Prospekt 78a, K1, 119621 Moscow, in a fenced and guarded campus with facilities including a library, a kitchen/cafeteria, a gym and outdoor sports areas, supporting a traditional Finnish recess culture where everyone can play together. A Finnish day-care is located in the same building.

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Admissions

1. Contact the secretary or principal as early as possible when planning to move to Moscow. If you wish, you can arrange a visit to the school by scheduling a time with the principal. Generally, schooling should begin at the start of the term, but pupils are accepted during the term as well. If necessary, a shorter period of study is possible.

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FAQs

Where is the Moscow Finnish School located, and is it within walking distance from Universitet metro station?

The school sits at Leninskiy Prospekt 78a, Building 1, 119621 Moscow, in the same building as the Italian and Japanese schools. The campus is fenced and guarded and is within a short walk of Universitet metro station. This setting supports a traditional Finnish village school atmosphere.

What is the language of instruction and what curriculum does the school follow?

Instruction is conducted in Finnish and the school provides Finnish-language basic education (perusopetusta). It follows the Finnish national curriculum and the Finnish Basic Education Act, with small teaching groups to support individualized learning.

What are the school hours and the 2026–2027 term dates?

School hours are 9:00–15:30, Monday through Friday. For the 2026–2027 academic year, the term runs from August 10, 2026 to June 5, 2027, with breaks including autumn (Oct 12–16, 2026), Christmas (Dec 19, 2026), winter (Mar 1–5, 2027), Easter (Mar 26–29, 2027), and May Day (Apr 26–30, 2027).

How do I apply if we are relocating to Moscow, and can we visit the school beforehand?

Contact the secretary or principal as early as possible to start planning. You can arrange a visit by scheduling a time with the principal, and pupils can be accepted during the term if needed; a shorter period of study is possible if required.

Are tuition fees or application fees published for 2026/27?

Public pages do not publish numeric tuition amounts or application fees for 2026/27, and there is no stated billing schedule available on the site. This means families need to contact the school directly for exact costs and terms.

Is boarding offered at the Moscow Finnish School?

No. The Moscow Finnish School operates as a day school and does not list boarding services or boarding fees.

What curriculum does the school follow and what language is used for instruction?

The school follows the Finnish national curriculum and the Finnish Basic Education Act, with Finnish as the language of instruction. This creates a 100% Finnish-language educational environment.

Are class sizes small and is there individualized learning support?

Yes. The school uses small teaching groups to support strong student engagement and individualized learning, aligning with its Finnish education approach.

Is there information about exam results or pathways to higher education?

Public information does not include specific exam results or details about higher education destinations for graduates.

What facilities does the campus offer?

The campus includes a library, a kitchen/cafeteria, a gym, outdoor sports areas, and a winter ice rink. The grounds are fenced and guarded, contributing to a secure and comfortable learning environment.

Are there outdoor spaces and sports facilities for daily activity?

Yes. Students use a park-like recess yard, a football field and pitch, a basketball court, a gym, and a winter ice rink to stay active and engaged.

Is the school located in the same building as other international schools?

Yes. The Moscow Finnish School shares the building with the Italian and Japanese schools, fostering a multicultural environment.

What clubs and activities exist after school?

After school, there is a Music Institute offering lessons in electric and classical guitars, bass, drums, recorder, saxophone, melodica, and piano. The kerho program includes cooking club, band club, and language clubs, plus field trips and joint trips to enrich learning.

Is there an on-site daycare and after-school care?

Yes. Mossula, the on-site daycare, is part of the school community, and there is an afternoon club that runs free of charge until 15:30.

How does the school support student wellbeing and a sense of belonging?

Small teaching groups support individualized learning, and Finnish is spoken at the school, creating a close Finnish-language community. The school emphasizes belonging for students and families and offers a range of clubs and activities to engage students socially.

What safeguarding measures are in place at the school?

The school grounds are fenced and guarded, providing a secure environment for students.

Is the Moscow Finnish School a day school, and what about meals?

Yes, it is a day school. Meals are prepared on-site in the cafeteria, which also serves as a venue for student activities and events.

Who governs the school and what is its connection to Finland?

The Moscow Finnish School is an official foreign school operated by Suomalainen koulutusyhdistys ry. It works in close cooperation with the Finnish Embassy in Moscow.

Is Finnish the only language of instruction, and are there language clubs?

Finnish is the language of instruction in a 100% Finnish environment. The kerho program includes language clubs as part of after-school activities.

Are there language-learning opportunities beyond Finnish?

Language clubs are available as part of the kerho program, and Mossula daycare helps maintain Finnish language and culture within the broader school community.

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