Finland

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Daily schedule of a person living in Finland

Weekday schedule of a Finnish office worker

Time (local time) Activities
6:30-7:30 After waking up, they refresh themselves in the sauna and have a light breakfast (oatmeal or rye bread). They have a strong habit of drinking coffee.
7:30-8:30 Commuting. They use public transportation, or travel by bicycle or on foot. In urban areas such as Helsinki, trams are the main means of transportation.
8:30-12:00 Morning work. This is the time when they concentrate on their work. Finnish offices are characterized by a quiet and efficient work environment.
12:00-13:00 Lunch break. They have a hot meal in the company cafeteria or eat a sandwich they brought with them at work. They tend to finish their lunch in a short time.
13:00-16:00 Afternoon work. Meetings are kept to a minimum, with 15-minute "stand-up meetings" being the norm.
16:00-17:00 Leave work on time. There is almost no overtime, and work-life balance is emphasized.
17:00-18:30 After returning home, people take walks in nature or spend time with their families. Outdoor activities are especially popular in the summer.
18:30-19:30 Dinner. Enjoy a hot meal such as fish or stew with the family.
19:30-21:30 Relaxation time. Read, watch TV, or immerse yourself in a hobby. In winter, candles may be lit.
21:30-22:30 Get ready for bed. Many people go to the sauna to relieve the fatigue of the day. Early bedtime and early rise are the norm.

Weekday schedule of students in Finland

Time (local time) Activities
7:00-8:00 After waking up, have breakfast and prepare for school. Finnish students are valued for their independence, and they also get ready by themselves.
8:00-8:30 Commuting. Go to school by foot, bicycle, or school bus. In winter, students travel with proper cold weather protection.
8:30-12:00 Morning classes. Small classes and mainly interactive classes. A characteristic of these schools is the close relationship between teachers and students.
12:00-13:00 Free school lunch. Nutritious, hot meals are provided at school.
13:00-14:30 Afternoon classes. There is a lot of practical learning and group work. There is almost no homework.
14:30-15:00 After school. There are few club activities, and children often spend time hanging out with friends or in the library.
15:00-16:30 Free time after returning home. Play in nature or enjoy sports. In winter, they ski or skate.
16:30-17:30 Dinner with family. While eating, they discuss what happened at school.
17:30-19:30 Time for independent study and hobbies. They deepen their personal interests, such as reading, music, and art.
19:30-20:30 Relaxation time. Spending time with family or quiet time.
20:30-21:30 Getting ready for bed. In Finland, care is taken to ensure that children get enough sleep.
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