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According to topschoolsintheusa.com, Finland is a northern European country located in the region of Scandinavia. It is bordered by Sweden to the west, Norway to the north, and Russia to the east. Finland has a total land area of 338,424 square kilometers and consists primarily of flatlands in the southern part, while in the northern part are numerous hills and mountains. The highest peak in Finland is Halti at 1,324 meters above sea level. The climate of Finland is cold temperate; it experiences four distinct seasons with temperatures ranging from -30°C during winter months to 24°C during summer months. The country receives an abundance of snowfall during winter months while summers are generally warm and sunny with occasional rainfall. Finland’s educational system consists of early childhood education (ages 0-6), primary school (ages 6-15), secondary school (ages 15-18) and higher education (ages 18+). Early childhood education is not compulsory but it provides a foundation for learning that will help children prepare for primary school which is compulsory for all children between ages 6-15 years old. Primary school typically lasts for 9 years and focuses on teaching basic academic skills such as reading, writing, math, science and foreign languages as well as social studies and physical education. Secondary school lasts for 3 years and provides students with more specialized instruction in areas such as mathematics, sciences, literature or foreign languages depending on their chosen field of study. After completing secondary school students can choose to pursue higher education at universities or polytechnics which offer degree programs in a variety of disciplines such as business administration, engineering, law or medicine. Higher education institutions also provide non-formal learning opportunities such as vocational training courses or adult literacy classes designed to equip adults with job-related skills. The government has taken steps to improve access to educational opportunities for disadvantaged groups by providing scholarships and grants for students from low-income families or rural areas who wish to pursue higher education. In addition, some universities offer flexible study options that allow students who cannot attend full-time on campus classes due to work commitments or family responsibilities to complete their studies part-time online or via distance learning programs. See searchforpublicschools for Finland Overview.