koulutoimi

Koulutoimi refers to the education administration or public school system within a Finnish municipality. It is the entity responsible for organizing and managing education services at the local level. Koulutoimi operates under the guidance of the Finnish National Agency for Education and adheres to the national core curriculum. Key responsibilities include ensuring the provision of comprehensive school education, from early childhood education and care (ECEC) up to upper secondary education, for all children residing within the municipality. This encompasses managing school buildings, hiring and managing teaching staff, and allocating resources for educational activities. Municipalities have significant autonomy in how they structure and deliver these services, leading to variations in the specific offerings and organization of schools across different areas. The goal of koulutoimi is to provide equitable and high-quality education to all students, fostering their development and preparing them for future studies and societal participation. Funding for koulutoimi comes primarily from municipal taxes and state subsidies.