Iltapäivätoiminta

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

1. What are typical Linguajoy Afterschool indoor activities?

The indoor activities focus on engaging, fun, play-based experiences through creative tasks and themed workshops. Children can choose to join in a variety of lovely activities, such as:
-Inspirational games and play to encourage creativity and critical thinking – Music and creative arts and crafts to foster artistic expression and language development -Science experiments that ignite curiosity and hands-on learning – Homework corner to support learning and homework completion -Versatile indoors sports at the school gym -Storytelling and reading -Language and culture workshops

The weekly Linguajoy Afterschool Activities plan outlines the fun main themes and activities available for the children during that week.

2. Are the indoor activities learning-based, and do they follow a curriculum?

While Afterschool Activities in Finland do not directly follow the national Finnish school curriculum, we align with best educational practices. Our indoor activities are designed around age-appropriate learning goals and focus on themes that are relevant to the children’s world. This approach fosters curiosity, creativity, and communication, ensuring that the Afternoon remains engaging and meaningful. Afterschool activities, as defined by the Finnish Basic Education Act, are considered the children’s free time, giving them the opportunity to choose what they’d like to do. It’s also important to include moments of rest and relaxation during the afternoon so that children have the energy to enjoy their day and feel their best.

3. How often are outdoor activities included in a typical week?

Children in Finnish Afterschool Activities Programs have the opportunity to enjoy fresh, energizing outdoor time right after the school day, before heading to the school canteen for their afternoon snack. In addition, we return outdoors later in the afternoon for fun and active games in the school yard. This natural daily rhythm creates a well-rounded balance between indoor and outdoor activity, nurturing both the physical and mental wellbeing of every child.