Come and discover the Playschool – Apply for the 2027–2028 term
Several spots will open up at the Playschool in August 2027 as the current preschool group moves on to primary school. If you are interested in a place for the 2027–2028 term, we recommend applying now. The places are filled based on the waiting list.
At the Playschool, children are introduced to the basics of the English language naturally through everyday situations and daily activities. Children can start at the Playschool between the ages of 3 and 6 and continue until they begin primary school.
Get in touch to arrange a visit
We will host an Open House event later this year, giving you the opportunity to explore our facilities, meet the staff, and learn about our activities. We will announce the date later.
We also arrange private visits on weekdays in October and November, between 9:00–9:30 or 15:00–15:30. Please contact the head teacher to schedule a private visit.
For more information on availability, visiting times, and our activities, please contact the head teacher Riitta Matinmikko-Parviainen at 050 357 1618 or lauttasaarienglishplayschool@gmail.com.
Valentine’s day (Friendship day)
This week the theme in playschool has been friendship and activities has been related to the theme. Today 14th of February is Ystävänpäivä (Valentine’s day or direct translation Friends or Friendship day). Today we celebrate our friends and loved ones. A self-made card and a self-made friendship bracelet is a perfect gift to a dear friend.
Open Doors Day - March 12th
We welcome you to our open doors day on Tuesday 12 March at 4.30 - 5.30 pm
You will get to know our teachers and explore the premises that are designed to support physical activities, music lessons, artistic expressions, crafts and playtime to learn English together.
We have still few places left so this is a perfect opportunity to get to know us before applying here: https://www.lauttasaariplayschool.fi/ilmoittaudu
Location: Gyldénintie 7, 00200 Lauttasaari.
Contact: Riitta Matinmikko-Parviainen, 050 357 1618
Looking forward to seeing you!
Our Playschool offers multicultural child development
Many families, who speak English or another language at home at least partially, have found their way to our day care centre. Annie tells about her experiences below
“I chose The English Playschool to help my child learn about English language and culture, including songs, rhymes, games and stories, as it is one of our home languages.
The English Playschool has not only been fantastic for strengthening English language and culture skills in my child, it has also been a great way to connect with other parents and children in the Lauttasaari community because it is owned by a non-profit parent association.
The staff are exceptionally good and they even produce an English-language newsletter every month that is great for us to share with grandparents who live overseas, so that they can see all the day to day activities that their grandchild does.
I’m very happy with the school and highly recommend it to any international families living in Lauttasaari.”