A student whose Finnish language skills are not at the level of a native speaker in all areas is taught Finnish or Swedish as a second language (S2 / R2). The main aim of Finnish or Swedish as a second language teaching is for the student to achieve the highest possible level of Finnish or Swedish language proficiency. The purpose is to ensure that the student is able to study all subjects in basic education to their full potential, even if their mother language was something else language.
Mikkeli is a Finnish-speaking municipality, so Finnish as a second language teaching is organised in Mikkeli if necessary. The aim is to provide Finnish as a second language instruction during the school day, either in a separate S2 group or in a separate classroom.
The guardians of studenst who need Finnish as a second language instruction should contact the principal of their school.