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We offer families early childhood education in daycare centres and family daycare facilities according to family needs. Vaasa is a pioneer of Swedish immersion education. Early childhood education is also offered in English. Basic art education is offered in seven different artistic disciplines, and children and adolescents can be active in clubs, camps and free family sports. There are over 80 playgrounds in the city, which are fun meeting and recreation grounds for all ages!

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8.5.2026

EU Ambassadors Visit Vaasa to Explore Energy Expertise and European Cooperation

EU ambassadors gathered in Vaasa for a two-day retreat under the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union, exploring how strong regional...

7.5.2026

Postikatu renovation begins – most of the street to close on 18 May

The City of Vaasa will begin extensive renovation work on Postikatu between Yrittäjänkatu and Kauppiaankatu on Monday 18 May. The work is expected to continue...

Traffic sign
7.5.2026

Part of Ratakatu to close temporarily from 18 May

One lane of Ratakatu, when driving from the main library towards the railway station, will be closed for renovation work from 18 to 29 May 2026. The lane in the...

Ratakatu from the Kirjastonkatu junction towards the railway station.
7.5.2026

Citizen’s panel participants and city councillors discussed equality and non-discrimination

In March, the City of Vaasa organised a citizens’ panel together with three Finnish universities. Working in small groups, participants discussed themes of...