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Tallinn Zoo has seen a steady increase in visitors for the second year in a row. This growth can be attributed to the expanded collection, the new rainforest exhibition, and free admission days for children.

The application period for the 2023 City Council Scholarship (Raestipendium) is from October 1 to October 15. The scholarship is aimed at supporting master's and doctoral students whose research is related to Tallinn, has practical value for the city, or helps solve urban issues.

In the recently begun school year, 48,700 students started their studies in 58 Tallinn municipal general education schools. A school place is guaranteed for all students living in Tallinn whose parents have applied for it.

The peace education programme Gutsy Go, brought to schools by the Tallinn Education Department, continues to expand internationally. In the spring, the programme included just Ukrainian war refugees. From 11 to 15 September, youth in Tallinn will be working together with their peers from Riga and Helsinki.

From 30 September to 2 October, a city council simulation will take place at the Nordic Hotel Forum for Tallinn youth aged 14 to 21. The project aims to promote civic engagement among young people and encourage their participation in politics.

The website of Tallinn’s Education Office offers an opportunity to explore an online catalogue of recreational activities, providing information on extracurricular activities in Estonian and Russian for schoolchildren and youngsters.

Next year's budget for Tallinn's education sector includes a pay rise for school and nursery school teachers. The 2023 budget also includes increased payments for school lunches and other investments for educational establishments.

The Tallinn City Government has submitted to the Tallinn City Council a draft ordinance that amends the procedures for awarding grants to Tallinn's private recreational schools, expanding the range of grant recipients and adding an additional possibility to use the grant.

On Saturday, 14 January, Tallinn Zoo will once again host a free day for all children and young people up to 19 years old. The free visits take place on the second Saturday of every month until April.

From 14 February it is possible to file personal income tax returns. Under the Income Tax Act, parents can deduct school fees paid for their children (for example kindergarten fees, fees for hobby groups etc.) from their income for the previous year.