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International School of Helsinki
Private school · Profile compiled from published sources
At a glance
Selkämerenkatu 11 · 00180
School-reported facts; source links are provided below.
School stagesInternational School of Helsinki serves ages 4–19 through the IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma programmes.
Ages4–19 years
CurriculumIB PYP, IB MYP, IB Diploma
Teaching languageNot confirmed
BoardingNo
About International School of Helsinki
International School of Helsinki serves ages 4–19 through the IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma programmes.
SchoolMatch Europe editorial · AI-assisted overview · Sources reviewed 14 September 2026
Tuition & additional costs
| Stage / grade | Annual tuition |
|---|---|
| Early Years | €12,432 |
| Grades 1–5 | €13,744 |
| Grades 6–8 | €14,570 |
| Grades 9–10 | €15,384 |
| Grades 11–12 | €16,608 |
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EUR 12,432–16,608 by stage. Non-residency fees may apply. Instalment payment costs extra.
Ask whether registration, meals, transport, learning support and boarding are included. A fee for one year group may not apply to another.
Learning and qualifications
International School of Helsinki serves ages 4–19 through the IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma programmes. Its address is Selkämerenkatu 11. Learning includes classroom technology, field trips and cultural visits.
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Documents, application fee and interviews
Apply through OpenApply with a passport copy, the enrolment and payment agreement, school reports for the previous two complete years where applicable, and the relevant parent survey and teacher references. Documents must be in English, or include English translations with the originals. The application fee is EUR 350 per child, payable by credit card. Upper School applicants also submit an introductory letter in English and subject references. Grades 9–12 applicants are interviewed and may need an English assessment. Children must live with a parent or a designated guardian whose arrangements the school checks.
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English and learning support
The school describes support for pupils learning English, children who need extra help or greater academic challenge, and those with social, emotional or behavioural needs. Families should share existing assessments and learning plans during admission. Staff may request further information to decide whether the school can meet the child’s needs; the published support statement does not guarantee every specialist service.
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Entry ages and daily arrangements
Children must be four by 1 September for Discovery, five for Explorers and six for Grade 1. Placement also considers previous schooling. ISH has no boarding or accommodation facilities and does not require a uniform. A hot-lunch programme is available. Ask admissions about the lunch arrangements and cost for your child’s year group.
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Fees and the first-year budget
The 2026/2027 annual tuition schedule combines basic and supplementary tuition: EUR 12,432 in Early Years, rising to EUR 16,608 in Grades 11–12. A non-residency fee may apply. Paying by trimester adds EUR 180 over the year. Ask the business office which charges and support arrangements apply to your family.
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School address
The school publishes this contact address: Selkämerenkatu 11, 00180.
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Sources & profile details
Compiled 14 September 2026. Details are extracted from published sources and may change. A source link does not mean the school has verified or endorsed this profile.
ishelsinki.fi/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Fee-summary-2026-2027-website.pdf ↗
ishelsinki.fi/admissions-requirements/ ↗
ishelsinki.fi/student-support-services/ ↗
ishelsinki.fi/frequently-asked-questions/ ↗
commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Helsingin_kansainv%C3%A4linen_koulu.JPG ↗
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