Early childhood education
In Tampere, early childhood education and care is provided as a group activity in daycare centres, family daycare, as well as open early childhood education. Early childhood education and care promotes and supports a child’s growth, development and well-being. Pedagogic activities are employed to empower the child’s learning potential. Early childhood education and care is a combination of childcare, upbringing and education.
Application for early childhood education places available in August
Applications for early childhood education places becoming available in August can be submitted between March 2 and 13, 2026. Familiarize yourself with early childhood education services, options, and daycare centers before applying. Applications are submitted via the eVaka system.
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Tampere's service network is being developed to meet the needs of the coming years – the plan approval process begins with the Education and Learning Committee
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Applications are now being accepted for early childhood education places becoming available in August 2026
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Tampere strengthens equality in education and teaching and the joy of learning with its plans for 2026–2029
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We emphasize play and children's strengths in early childhood education in Tampere.
Our approach to learning is guided by play, interaction skills, kindness towards oneself and others, and, of course, Tampere's famous sisu spirit. Childhood is an adventure in which experimentation helps us grow bigger and stronger.
