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Tikkurilan Lukio

Finland, Vantaa

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €8,953
Ages 15 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 90
Type Co-educational
Opened 2001
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Finnish, French, Spanish, German, Mandarin, Russian
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Located at Valkoisenlähteentie 53, 01370 Vantaa, Finland, Tikkurilan Lukio offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as an IB World School since 2001. The two-year DP is taught in English, with French and Spanish options, and serves students typically aged 16 to 19. The school supports internationalization through Erasmus+ projects and a range of study trips and exchanges, including visits to Caen (France) and Alicante (Spain), with partner institutions such as Lycée Albert Calmette in Nice and IES 12 de Octubre in Alicante. The campus includes modern facilities with study spaces and specialized spaces for music, sport, communications, and entrepreneurship, plus an IB Diploma line taught in English. A 587.5 m2 sports hall is available, capable of hosting basketball, handball, volleyball, badminton and floorball, with after-hours access for supervised use. An active student council coordinates events and decisions; a large photo gallery documents twenty years of school life; Liikuntaleirikoulu (sport-focused trips) enhances athletic and cultural experiences.

Valkoisenlähteentie 53, 01370 Vantaa, Finland

The Essentials

Tikkurilan Lukio has 90 pupils, instruction in English.

Location
Valkoisenlähteentie 53, 01370 Vantaa, Finland.

Stages
Upper secondary (Diploma Programme)

Country affiliation
Finland
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Day

Food Options
Meals are provided. The quality and taste of the school lunch have improved since the 2025 Health Survey. 45% of students eat lunch daily (55% of boys and 37% of girls). A free breakfast porridge is available daily from 8:00 to 8:30 at the Tamarabell Café.

Governance and Ownership
City of Vantaa
Fees

Annual tuition at Tikkurilan Lukio ranges from EUR 8,953 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- No separate application fee is charged by Tikkurilan lukio for IB pre‑DP or DP1/DP2 admissions; applications use the standard candidate application form.

Tuition fees (by year group / study stage) — academic year 2026/27

- Pre‑DP (Year 10): EUR 8,953.47 per academic year for students who are subject to tuition charges (third‑country nationals / those not eligible for free upper‑secondary education).

- DP1 (Year 11): EUR 8,953.47 per academic year for students who are subject to tuition charges.

- DP2 (Year 12): EUR 8,953.47 per academic year for students who are subject to tuition charges.

- Part‑time / course‑by‑course (aineopiskelija) rate for 2026–2027: EUR 298.45 per study point (opintopiste).

- Equivalent per term (illustrative): the published tuition is an annual amount (academic year). If an annual fee were split evenly into two terms, the arithmetic equivalent would be EUR 4,476.74 per term (EUR 8,953.47 ÷ 2). The school's invoicing practice is annual; consult the invoice you receive for whether a school offers instalment billing.

What the tuition covers and other student costs

- The annual tuition amount does not include schoolbooks, personal learning materials or meals; students must cover these additional costs themselves. A laptop and other required materials are the student's responsibility unless they are entitled to free upper‑secondary education under Finnish law.

- The tuition does not include accommodation or a meal plan; students arrange and pay for housing and food separately.

- No school uniform costs apply (no uniform requirement is specified for IB Tikkurilan IB programme).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The tuition is charged as an annual fee determined by the student's start date; the academic year is treated as a calendar year beginning on the student's start date. Payment of the tuition fee is a precondition for participation in teaching for tuition‑liable students.

- Invoicing timing: the municipality's practice is to issue the tuition charge for the academic year (the amount applicable at the student's first year) and students are expected to pay for the year; exact invoice dates and any instalment options are stated on the invoice issued to the student.

Refunds, cancellations and prorating

- If a tuition‑liable student is unable to begin studies because their residence permit is refused, the paid tuition is refunded in full. If a student withdraws or becomes exempt from tuition during the academic year, the remaining portion of the annual fee is refunded or credited pro rata for the unserved portion of the academic year. The tuition amount applicable in the student's first year remains fixed for that student for the duration of their studies.

- Refund calculations and detailed procedures (timing, prorating by calendar months or school days, documentation required) are governed by the municipality's tuition refund and credit principles and are applied uniformly; the school or municipal billing unit issues specific guidance and processes individual refunds.

Boarding / accommodation fees

- Boarding is not provided as part of the school's tuition package; there are no school‑operated boarding services included in the tuition. Any housing costs are separate and are the responsibility of the student/family.

Other possible fees and occasional charges

- Examination or credential fees (for national matriculation or external assessments) and specific course fees (where applicable) may apply; students should expect occasional separate charges for exams, field trips, or optional activities. Study materials (textbooks, course‑specific consumables) and a personal laptop are commonly required expenses.

Payment options and method notes

- Municipal educational charges are typically issued as invoices that are payable by bank transfer or by e‑invoice into the payer's online banking system; municipalities commonly use standard invoicing formats with a payment reference (viitenumero). Card payments are generally accepted at municipal service points for in‑person transactions, but bank transfer / e‑invoicing are the standard methods for tuition invoices. Check the invoice for the exact payment methods and payee details.

Summary of the fee position for 2026/27

- Annual tuition for tuition‑liable students (those from third countries who require a student residence permit for studies) starting 1 August 2026: EUR 8,953.47 per academic year. Part‑time (per study point) rate for 2026–2027: EUR 298.45 per study point. Students also pay separately for learning materials, meals and accommodation; refunds for withdrawal or change of residence‑permit status are handled pro rata according to municipal procedures.
Academics

Tikkurilan Lukio teaches IB (DP) for students aged 15 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) as an IB World School since 2001. The IBDP is a two-year programme for students aged 16 to 19 and is taught in English, French, or Spanish. It provides an internationally recognized qualification for entry to higher education and is recognized by many universities worldwide. The DP includes six subject groups and core requirements: CAS, TOK, and the Extended Essay. Assessments include internal and external components, with a final externally assessed examination. Graduates study at universities around the world, and transcripts are sent to about 5,000 universities in 100 countries.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates study at universities around the world.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school promotes emotional balance within an open-minded and caring IB World School community and supports skills for inquiry, reflection and risk-taking.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Two languages are compulsory in the IB Diploma Programme, including English. Finnish for beginners is offered in pre-DP.

Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasizes emotional balance as part of the IB programme and has an IB Study Counselor to support students.
Parent Experience

History
Authorized as an IB World School in February 2001. It operates as an IB World School in Vantaa. It is located at Valkoisenlähteentie 53, 01370 Vantaa.

Community
The school welcomes students with different cultural backgrounds into an open-minded and caring community that promotes inquiry, reflection and risk-taking. IB students become lifelong learners, knowledgeable communicators and principled thinkers with balance across intellectual, physical and emotional development. The school embraces diversity in many ways. Recent news notes the start of the new school year on August 12, 2026.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Tilun is a modern and comfortable school with many specialized spaces. It offers a broad range of study options and an active learning environment. There are study specializations in music, sport, communications, and entrepreneurship. Tilun also has an IB line for the International Baccalaureate diploma. The school has an active student council that organizes events and represents students in decisions. A large photo gallery documents twenty years of school life.

Sports Facilities
The Tikkurilan lukio sports hall is used by the school during the day and can be booked for after-hours use through the Timmi reservation system. It measures 587.5 square meters and can be divided into two parts with a partition; the sprung parquet floor is about 32.7 meters by 17.8 meters, with a ceiling height of 6.8 meters and a capacity of up to 580 people. Basic equipment includes pull-up bars, gymnastics rings, climbing ropes and benches, with mirrored end walls. The hall is marked for basketball, handball, volleyball, badminton and floorball, with appropriate lines and equipment for each sport. Opening hours are Monday–Friday 17:00–23:00 and weekends 8:00–23:00; use requires a supervising adult and a key handover.

Academic Facilities
Tilun is a modern and comfortable school with many specialized spaces. There are study specializations in music, sport, communications, and entrepreneurship. Tilun has an IB Diploma Programme line. The IB Diploma Programme is taught in English. The school supports internationalization through Erasmus+ projects and other study trips and exchange programs.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Tilun has an active student council that organizes events and theme days and represents students in school decisions. The student council serves as the students' representative in school decisions. A large photo gallery documents twenty years of school life. Tilun offers a broad range of study options and an active learning environment. The IB line adds an international dimension to student life.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Students can choose a personal focus from a broad range of study opportunities, including sport, music, mathematics and technology, communications, or cinema. The English-language IB track is available. Credits can be earned from international studies through Erasmus+ and other international opportunities.

Arts & Creative
Music and cinema are among the creative emphasis options. Students can pursue artistic expression within their study pathways. The program supports creative projects and media-focused coursework as part of these tracks.

Cultural & Language
The school fosters an international atmosphere through Erasmus+ projects and various study trips and exchanges. Erasmus+ funding supports student and teacher exchanges through 2028. Exchange activities include visits to Caen in Normandy and Alicante in Spain, with host families and school visits. Partner institutions include Lycée Albert Calmette in Nice and IES 12 de Octubre in Alicante.

Social & Hobbies
The school broadens social and cultural experiences through Erasmus+ projects and international exchanges. These programs enable students to travel, collaborate with peers from other countries, and develop intercultural skills. Past and ongoing exchanges have connected Tilun students with France, Spain, and other European partners.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school runs a sport-focused study trip program called Liikuntaleirikoulu, held in southern Europe to combine athletic training with cultural experiences. Previous trips have visited Italy and Croatia in 2023–2025. The program is typically available to second-year students on the sports track, with opportunities to cultivate teamwork and physical fitness.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. The Diploma Programme offers language courses including English A LAL, English B, French B, Swedish B, Swedish A LIT and Finnish A LIT, and Finnish B. A broader range of language and literature options is listed among DP subjects.
Admissions

Admissions
1) Apply through Studyinfo.fi between February 17 and March 17, 2026. If you do not have a Finnish school leaving certificate, apply as a discretionary applicant. Also send your latest school report and the completed application form as a PDF by March 17, 2026 to ib.admissions@vantaa.fi; name the PDF with the applicant's first and last name and use the subject line “Application form.” 2) For Pre-DP and DP1, international applicants are considered individually; there is no quota for foreign-certificate applicants. Pre-DP applicants with a foreign certificate do not attend the entrance exam unless they have applied to both pre-DP and DP1. The school cannot admit underage students moving to Finland on their own and cannot assist with immigration processes. DP1 admission requires age of about 16–17 at the start. 3) Entrance exam: Residents of Finland attend the entrance exam on 14 April 2026 from 14:00–17:00 (register by 14:30). If applying to both pre-DP and DP1, Mathematics is tested at both levels and the exam may run 14:00–18:00. Applicants residing abroad can be admitted based on school reports; no separate entrance invitation is sent. 4) Language requirements: The IB Diploma always requires two languages; English and Finnish are offered at both levels. If Finnish proficiency is lacking, eligibility is possible if the native language is among listed languages and the student can study the native language independently for final exams. 5) Study costs: Students pay for all required materials unless entitled to free upper secondary education by Finnish law. Third-country nationals studying for upper secondary education pay tuition fees; starting 1 August 2026 the annual tuition is 8,953.47 euros, in addition to costs for learning materials and meals. 6) Admission results and acceptance: Admissions results are published no earlier than 11 June 2026 on the school site, at the main entrance, and on Opintopolku.fi. New first-year students receive an email with a link to accept the study place; the basic school leaving certificate is not required. 7) Accepting the place and first-year course selections: After accepting, first-year course selections are completed electronically via the study link on the site. Selections take place on 11 June 2026 from 12:00–18:00 or 15 June 2026 from 14:00–18:00, with tutors available to assist. The study place must be accepted and course selections completed within two weeks of the results being released. 8) First-year program and options: The first year includes compulsory subjects (mother tongue or S2; second national language Swedish A or B; foreign languages including at least one A language; mathematics with a choice of long or short course; compulsory or broader science options; religion or life stance; social studies and guidance; physical education; arts). The first year can include free elective options; the total credit target is typically 60–64 credits, with a maximum of 70 credits. 9) Tilun focus tracks and electives: Focus areas include Music, Communications, Physical Education, and Entrepreneurship; elective offerings vary year by year and may include subjects in the arts, information technology, media, and other cross-disciplinary options.
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