What is the oldest school in Finland?
The oldest school in Finland is Turku Cathedral School, also known as Turku Cathedral School (in Latin Schola Cathedralis Aboensis). This school was founded as early as the 13th century and has been operating without interruption since then. The establishment of the school is closely related to the establishment of Turku Cathedral and Turku Diocese, as the school originally operated in connection with the cathedral.
History of Turku Cathedral School
The Turku Cathedral School was founded around 1276, and has been operating without interruption since then. The original purpose of the school was to train priests and other church officials. The school’s language of instruction was initially Latin, and the curriculum focused on theology, philosophy and classical languages.
Importance and development of school
Turu Cathedral School has been a significant part of Finland’s education system and cultural history. It has been the subject of many Finnish scholars and influencers. The importance of the school was emphasized especially in the Middle Ages and at the beginning of the modern era, when it was one of the few educational institutions in Finland.
Current Activity
Today Turku Cathedral School operates under the name Katedralskolan i Åbo and it is a Swedish-language high school. The school offers a broad general education and is still a prestigious educational institution. The school’s long history and traditions are reflected in its activities and teaching.
