Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

Welcome to Espoo School of Art! On this page, you will find answers to common questions about basic art education, applying for a student place, and how the school operates.

Applying to Espoo School of Art

How and when can I apply to the school?

Applications to Espoo School of Art are submitted electronically via the Eepos system. New student applications are open year-round. It is possible to apply during the school year until mid-February if there are available spots in the groups.

Only a guardian or a student over 18 years old can fill out the application. The application is binding.

The application period for new students starts in April.
Current students choose their groups first.
After this, new students are accepted in the order of registration.
If a group is full, the application remains in the queue. Choosing multiple group options in the application increases the chances of securing a place.
An automatic confirmation of the submitted application will be sent via Eepos to your email.
If a place becomes available, you will receive a separate message.

Can I apply in the middle of the school year?
Yes, if there are available places in the groups. After mid-February, new students are no longer admitted for the current school year. The student can be placed in any group suitable for their age, except for those reserved for Swedish-speaking students. Otherwise, you are free to choose the most suitable group.

Can a student apply to a group meant for a different age?
Students cannot be placed in groups meant for older children. Applying to a younger group is possible for a justified reason. Please state your reason in the additional information section of the Eepos application.

What happens if I don’t accept the offered place?
If a student in the queue declines an offered place, their spot in the queue will be removed and the place will not be offered again.

What if my child was previously enrolled and wants to return?
If you previously had a student place, please apply as a new student. If needed, you can request a new Eepos password from the school office.

How long is the student place valid?
The student place is granted for the entire school year, including both the autumn and spring terms. Studies automatically continue in the spring unless the guardian or adult student informs the school office in writing of their decision to discontinue.

How do I continue to the next school year?
Students who are already enrolled continue their studies by submitting a re-enrollment form in the spring for the next school year. Requests to change groups should be sent to the school office.

Espoo School of Art Office

‍Office hours: Tue–Fri 10:00–15:00
Phone: +358 44 291 4996
Email: toimisto@espoonkuvis.fi

Age and Structure of Teaching

At what age can studies begin?
Espoo School of Art offers basic art education for children and young people aged 4–20. You can start at any age. Completing a final project requires at least three years of study in the workshops. Read more about the final project (page in Finnish).

Students are grouped by age:

Ages 4–6: preschool groups in visual arts and design (craft)
Ages 7–13: basic and period groups
Ages 13–20: workshops

Espoo School of Art also offers after-school art clubs in elementary schools. These clubs are not part of the basic education curriculum.

Tuition Fees and Discounts

How much does it cost?
Tuition fees can be found here.

Are discounts or free places available?
Each semester, the school may grant tuition fee discounts or free places for financial reasons to students in the basic art or design (craft) groups. Read more about tuition fee reductions.

A sibling discount of 10% is available only for the Family Art course. Members of the support association receive a 10% discount on short courses.

Teaching Locations and Schedules

Where can I find information about groups and their schedules?
The latest schedule is available on the Student Guide page. You can also browse group availability and meeting times in the Eepos system.

Where are the school’s teaching locations?
Maps, addresses, and arrival instructions are available on the Contact page.

When does the school year start and end?
You can find the exact start and end dates of the school year, as well as holidays and public holidays, on the Student Guide page.

Can I enroll in any teaching group?

Students can enroll in any age-appropriate group. Exceptions include groups limited to Swedish-speaking students. Otherwise, you can choose the most suitable group. Groups are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, but continuing students have priority over new applicants.

When does the academic year start and end?

Current academic year dates, including holidays, can be found here.

Study Content

What is the difference between the visual arts and design (craft) study paths?
Espoo School of Art offers two study paths: visual arts and design (craft). The visual arts curriculum focuses on traditional visual art forms such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, and moving image.

The design curriculum in Espoo is delivered through teaching in form and design, combining craft traditions, design thinking, and contemporary design. The focus is on material-based planning and three-dimensional perception. Students work with various materials and explore topics such as experimental design, structures, and modern technologies.

Both curricula follow the national extensive syllabus for basic education in the arts and include progression from basic to advanced levels. Students can complete a final project, and the studies provide a foundation for future education in the arts. ‍

What is the difference between basic art education and art clubs?
Basic art education according to the national curriculum is long-term, goal-oriented instruction confirmed by the Ministry of Education. The aim is for students to progress step by step from one level to the next.

Art clubs in elementary schools bring art hobbies closer to the school day. These are not part of the national basic art curriculum and are more short-term in nature. Teachers and materials are partly the same as in the school’s curriculum-based groups. Read more about art clubs (in Finnish).

Practical Questions

I haven’t received an invoice. What should I do?
The invoice is sent to the student’s primary guardian or to the student (if over 18) by email via Eepos from billing@eepos.fi. Please also check your spam folder. If you still can’t find it, contact: toimisto@espoonkuvis.fi.

How do I cancel enrollment or end my studies?
You can cancel, pause, or discontinue your studies by informing the school office in writing: toimisto@espoonkuvis.fi.

Please note that cancellation must always be done in writing. Simply not attending is not enough – an unnotified absence is considered an active student place and will be invoiced. Read more in the Student Guide.

What if I’m sick or unable to attend a class?
Please notify your group teacher of any absences. Read more about the school’s absence policy in the Student Guide.

I want to change groups. What should I do?
Contact customer service and provide the student’s name and the desired new group: toimisto@espoonkuvis.fi. You can check group availability in Eepos.

I want to continue my studies but forgot to re-enroll. What should I do?
Please contact Espoo School of Art customer service as soon as possible: toimisto@espoonkuvis.fi.