Education and Learning
Early Childhood Education
Early childhood education is provided in daycare centres and family daycare. Daycare centres in Kimitoön include
- Silva (Kimito/Kemiö)
- Hulta (Dalsbruk/Taalintehdas)
- Sofia (Västanfjärd)
- Hitis‑Rosala/Hiittinen‑Rosala.
Preschool education is free for all 6‑year‑olds and organised at Silva förskola/esikoulu, Dals förskola, Taalintehtaan esikoulu and Sofia förskola.
Basic Education
Compulsory education begins the year a child turns seven and is free of charge. Basic education is provided in five Swedish-speaking and two Finnish-speaking schools:
Swedish-speaking schools
- Amosparkens skola (1-6)
- Hitis-Rosala skola (1-6)
- Dalsbruks skola (1-9)
- Kimitonejdens skola (7-9)
Finnish-speaking schools
- Kemiönsaaren keskuskoulu (1-9)
- Taalintehtaan koulu (1-6).
Daycare, preschool and school enrolment
Registration form in English and Ukrainian / Реєстрація дитини на: Дошкільну освіту/ Дитячий садок/ Школу
If you need assistance, contact / У разі якщо Вам потрібна допомога
Riikka Kallio
Office secretary
+358 40 6529 592
riikka.kallio@kimitoon.fi
Upper Secondary School
Kimitoöns Gymnasium is a small upper secondary school with around 60 students and 18 teachers. It offers general upper secondary education, small study groups, and the option to take part in theme studies, work‑life learning, cultural visits, and the school’s Marine Studies Programme.
The Kimitoön Adult Education Institute (VIAO)
The Kimitoön Adult Education Institute offers a broad selection of courses that encourage lifelong learning and community engagement. It provides a welcoming environment where participants can develop skills, explore interests, and learn together. The institute regularly publishes its seasonal course brochures and opens registration periods for new study programs.
The webpage highlights upcoming courses ranging from crafts and arts to first aid, nature excursions, cooking, and legal information sessions. Both in‑person and online options are available. Contact details for the institute are provided, including its location in Kimito, phone numbers, and email.