OLARI · ESPOO

English-speaking early years in Olari

A calm, welcoming nursery where close relationships, purposeful play, Finnish language showers and nearby nature shape each day for children aged 1–7.

30–45 minutes · Meet the educators · Friendly and non-binding

Ellipsipolku 4 · Calm neighbourhood nursery · English-speaking daily life · Finnish language showers

Current availability

Limited places available now in Olari

Carousel Olari currently has two full-time places available for children under three, with immediate starts possible. Three- or four-day attendance can also be considered, depending on the days your family needs. Limited availability also remains for children aged three and over, including one preschool place currently available in Olari.

Availability confirmed 15 September 2026 and may change as places are reserved.

Two full-time under-three places

Immediate starts available

Three- or four-day attendance may be considered

Limited availability for children aged three and over

One preschool place currently available

Check availability and book a visit

Tell us your child’s age, preferred attendance days and desired start date. Our admissions team will confirm the current options.

Why Olari

A calm, connected nursery close to nature

Carousel Olari offers a warm community where children are known closely by their educators, experience English throughout the day and enjoy gentle Finnish language showers alongside purposeful play and nearby nature.

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RELATIONSHIPS & LANGUAGE

English-speaking days, gentle Finnish moments

English is the language of everyday life. Familiar songs, stories, games and routines also give children warm, playful contact with Finnish.

COMMUNITY & NATURE

A warm neighbourhood setting with nature close by

From nearby parks and everyday outdoor play to visits to the Forest of a Hundred Trees, children build confidence, curiosity and belonging beyond the nursery rooms.

Inside the nursery

Calm spaces that invite curiosity and belonging

Our Olari rooms are warm, purposeful and responsive to the children who use them. Open-ended materials, visible learning and carefully arranged areas invite children to investigate, create and return to ideas over time.

REGGIO-INSPIRED, EVERY DAY

Purposeful spaces for every stage

From our youngest children to those preparing for school, each group has spaces and materials chosen for its stage of development.

Rooms with intention
Quiet corners, sensory experiences and open-ended materials help children feel secure and ready to explore.

Learning made visible
Children’s work, questions and project journeys are documented so ideas can be revisited and shared.

Warm educator guidance
Educators observe closely, respond thoughtfully and help every child feel known, capable and included.

Language at Olari

Language grows through connection

English is the main language of daily life at Carousel Olari. Children also enjoy regular Finnish language showers through songs, stories, play and familiar routines.

ENGLISH-SPEAKING WITH FINNISH LANGUAGE SHOWERS

Confidence in English, with a gentle introduction to Finnish

At Olari, children are immersed in a warm English-speaking environment throughout the day.

English in everyday life
English is used naturally across play, projects, routines, meals and shared experiences.

Finnish language showers
Short, playful Finnish moments use songs, stories, games and familiar phrases without pressure.

Support that meets each child
Educators use repetition, visual cues and warm interaction so children can understand, participate and grow in confidence.

Nature beyond the nursery

The Forest of a Hundred Trees

Olari children learn through regular contact with nature. Seasonal visits, shared discoveries and unhurried time outdoors strengthen curiosity, wellbeing and a sense of belonging.

NATURE, SEASONS & BELONGING

A shared forest programme for every age

The forest programme is part of life across both Carousel nurseries and is thoughtfully adapted for each age group.

Nature for every child
Every group, including our youngest children, takes part in age-appropriate forest experiences.

A regular rhythm for older groups
Older children usually visit monthly or more often, building familiarity with the forest through the changing seasons.

Gentle introductions for toddlers
Our youngest children join several times during the year, with shorter visits shaped around their pace and needs.

Fees, support & starting

Practical details, clearly explained

Choosing a nursery is both an emotional and practical decision. We help Olari families understand likely start timing, Espoo fees and support, and the simple path from a first visit to application.

ESPOO GUIDANCE FOR FAMILIES

A clear path from questions to confidence

You do not need to understand every detail before getting in touch. We will guide you personally.

Fees and support in Espoo
Our Fees & Funding page explains the current structure clearly, and we can discuss what may apply to your family.

Start timing and availability
Places vary by age group and preferred month. We will give you a realistic, current answer.

Visit before applying
A friendly, non-binding visit lets you meet the team, see the nursery and ask questions without pressure.

Everyday care

The everyday details that build trust

Feeling confident about a nursery comes from understanding the small, important details of each day. At Olari, care, communication and wellbeing are part of the learning environment.

WARM, CLEAR AND THOUGHTFUL

Your child’s day, thoughtfully supported

Children thrive when they feel secure, understood and connected.

A gentle settling-in period
We take time to build familiarity with each child and family, following their pace and needs.

Fresh meals and allergy care
Carousel Kitchen prepares balanced food with care, and dietary needs are discussed clearly with families.

Communication you can rely on
Educators share meaningful updates and work closely with families around each child’s wellbeing and development.

Meet the Olari team

Warm educators who know each child

Trust grows through familiar faces and close relationships. Our Olari educators work together thoughtfully so every child feels known, secure and ready to take part.

A FAMILIAR FACE FOR FAMILIES

Gemma · ECE Teacher & Pre-Primary Teacher

Gemma brings warmth, encouragement and a love of discovery to children’s learning at Carousel Olari.

Thoughtful learning
She creates purposeful experiences that help children feel curious, confident and ready for their next steps.

Warm daily relationships
Gemma’s calm, positive approach helps children feel secure, capable and included.

Close family partnership
Clear, thoughtful communication keeps families connected to their child’s everyday experience.

Find us in Olari

Visiting Olari is simple

Carousel Olari is at Ellipsipolku 4, 02210 Espoo, in a calm residential neighbourhood with everyday services and green spaces nearby.

Opening hours: Monday–Friday · 07:30–17:15

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Useful answers for Olari families

What ages do you welcome? Olari welcomes children aged 1–7. Group placement depends on age, development and current availability. Is the nursery English-speaking? Yes. English is used throughout daily life, with playful Finnish language showers woven into familiar moments. How does settling-in work? We build familiarity gradually and work with each family around the child’s individual pace and needs. What happens during a visit? A visit usually takes 30–45 minutes. You can meet educators, see the rooms and discuss language, fees, support and start timing. Can my child start outside August? Sometimes. Availability varies by age group and month, so please ask us about your preferred timing.

Visit Olari

Come and experience Olari in person

A friendly, non-binding 30–45 minute visit lets you meet the educators, explore the rooms and talk through language, fees, support and possible start timing. We’ll contact you within 24 hours.