Pohjois-Pasila School

New primary school and preschool in Helsinki

The new school building comprises 7,200 square metres of leasable space and a 3,400 square metre schoolyard. The building replaces the current temporary school premises on the site and will be an important part of the development of Pohjois-Pasila, a growing residential area in Helsinki.

A long-term investment together with the City of Helsinki

Hemsö won the City of Helsinki’s rental tender for a preschool with space for 200 children and a primary school for 650 pupils. The project is the fifth education project that Hemsö has carried out together with the City of Helsinki in recent years.

“We have had very good collaboration with the City of Helsinki in the ongoing development projects, and we can benefit from the experience we have gained in other projects together with the city. Hemsö’s focus is on delivering premises that best meet the needs of our tenants,” says Kirsi Viheriäranta, Project Manager at Hemsö.

Safe school environment throughout the construction period

uring the construction period, the existing temporary school will remain in operation. The safety of children and students is a key part of the project.

“Together with the contractor, we are carefully planning safe access routes for students. The playground at the temporary school will also be adapted to work with the construction site,” says Kirsi Viheriäranta.

Construction began in the summer of 2025 and will take approximately two years. The new school building is planned to achieve an A energy rating. The focus is on energy-efficient and long-term sustainable solutions, with locally produced energy playing a central role.