Apply for a place at Carousel
When you feel ready to take the next step, send us a short, non-binding application. We will contact you within 24 hours to discuss availability, fees and the most suitable start for your child.
Three short steps · Bilingual form · No commitment to accept a place
We review every application individually and help you understand availability, timing and fees.
A clear, personal path from interest to start
You do not need to have every detail decided before contacting us. Share the essentials and we will guide the conversation from there.
Choose your preferred nursery
Select Ruoholahti or Olari based on your family’s location and everyday rhythm. If you are open to either, tell us in the additional information field.
Send a non-binding application
Complete three short steps covering your contact details, your child and the place you are looking for.
Talk through the possibilities
We contact you within 24 hours to discuss availability, likely timing, fees and the next step for your family.
Would you rather meet us before applying?Many families choose a friendly, non-binding visit first. It is an easy way to experience the atmosphere and ask practical questions.
The essentials, made simple
The form asks only for the information we need to begin a useful conversation about your child’s place.
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Ruoholahti in Helsinki or Olari in Espoo
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Tell us your ideal timing, even if it is flexible
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Full-day or part-time care
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Choose Finnish or English
Helsinki · Salmisaari
Ruoholahti
English-speaking early years with Finnish language showers, warm relationships and exceptional opportunities for movement.
Espoo · Olari
Olari
English-speaking early years with Finnish language showers, a close community and nature woven into everyday life.
Fees and support differ by cityWe will explain the relevant Helsinki or Espoo route and help you understand the next steps.
Tell us about your family
Complete the three short steps below. Your application is non-binding and we will contact you within 24 hours.
Hakemus ei ole sitova. Otamme sinuun yhteyttä 24 tunnin kuluessa.
Helpful answers before you apply
Clear information for families considering Carousel in Helsinki or Espoo.
Do we need to visit before applying?
No. You can send a non-binding application immediately. Many families prefer to visit first, and you are warmly welcome to book a visit if that feels right.
Does an application commit us to accepting a place?
No. The application begins a conversation about availability, fees and timing. It does not commit your family to accepting a place.
Which nursery can we apply to?
You can select Carousel Ruoholahti in Helsinki or Carousel Olari in Espoo. Both are English-speaking nurseries with Finnish language showers.
What information do we need to provide?
We ask for parent contact details, home city, your child’s first name and date of birth, preferred location, preferred start month and whether you need full-day or part-time care.
How do fees and financial support work?
Fees and support depend on the nursery location and your family’s situation. Our Fees & Funding page explains the main Helsinki and Espoo routes, and we will guide you personally.
What happens after we submit the form?
We review the information and contact you within 24 hours to discuss current availability, likely start timing, fees and the most useful next step.
Prefer to experience Carousel before applying?
Visit Ruoholahti or Olari, meet the educators and talk through your questions in a friendly, non-binding conversation.