Finland Summer School – Practical Information
The Finland Summer School is an intensive one-week educator immersion program that combines professional learning with cultural exploration in Helsinki.
Educators, school leaders, and education professionals from around the world participate in the program to experience the Finnish education system first-hand. Participants engage in expert-led sessions llaborative workshops, and visits to innovative learningenvironments that demonstrate how Finnish pedagogy works in practice.
The program focuses on key themes such as student wellbeing, personalised learning, formative assessment, and phenomenon-based learning. Participants can also choose specialised learning tracks to explore areas such as STEAM and innovation or early childhood education and play-based learning.
Beyond the academic sessions, participants interact with fellow educators through cultural visits, networking opportunities, and shared learning experiences across Helsinki’s inspiring public learning spaces.
The Summer School runs as a structured one-week program where all participants follow the same core learning sessions while selecting one specialisation track. Outside the learning sessions, participants connect and exchange ideas with peers from different countries in a multicultural environment.
Program Cost
The program fee depends on the registration period.
Super Saver:
€1200 – Limited seats available for early registrations.
Early Bird:
€1500 – Registrations during the early application period.
Regular Fee:
€2000 – Final registration phase.
A registration fee of €100 is required to secure the seat and will be adjusted against the total program fee.
Application Procedure
Participants can apply online through the program registration form.
Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis due to limited seats in the program. Early registration is recommended to secure participation.
Applicants will receive confirmation via email once their registration and payment have been processed.
The program is open to:
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School leaders (principals and vice principals)
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Teachers (ECE, primary, and secondary)
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Education practitioners and consultants
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Faculty members and researchers interested in Finnish education
Participants are encouraged to attend all learning sessions, workshops, and program activities.
Arrival & Accommodation
Accommodation is included in the program fee and is provided in twin-shared rooms in Helsinki.
Breakfast, refreshments, and lunches during the learning sessions are included.
Participants may request single accommodation upgrades depending on availability.
The accommodation is located within convenient access to program venues and learning spaces visited during the program.
Participants are responsible for arranging their international travel to Helsinki.
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the program will receive a Finland Summer School Certificate issued by CCE Finland – Council for Creative Education Finland.
Language & Visas
The language of instruction for all sessions and program activities is English.
Participants from countries requiring a visa to travel to Finland are responsible for arranging their visa. Upon request, CCE Finland can provide supporting invitation documents for visa applications.
Cancellation Policy
If participants need to cancel their participation, they should notify the organisers as soon as possible.
Refund conditions and payment timelines will be outlined in the official registration confirmation.
Finland Winter School – Practical Information
The Finland Winter School is a one-week immersive educator learning experience held in Helsinki during the winter season.
The program brings together educators and education professionals from around the world to explore the Finnish education system directly in the environment where its practices are implemented.
Participants engage in expert-led sessions, interactive workshops, and visits to learning environments that highlight how Finnish schools promote student wellbeing, creativity, and personalised learning.
Key topics explored during the program include formative assessment, student agency, phenomenon-based learning, and inclusive classroom practices.
Participants can also select a specialisation track aligned with their professional interests. Options include STEAM and innovation or early childhood education and play-based learning.
Alongside the academic program, participants experience Finland’s winter culture through group activities and networking opportunities, creating an international learning environment where educators exchange ideas and experiences.
Program Cost
The program fee depends on the registration period.
Super Saver:
€1800 – Limited seats available for early registrations.
Early Bird:
€2200 – Early registration phase.
Regular Fee:
€2600 – Final registration phase.
A registration fee of €100 is required to secure participation and will be adjusted against the total program fee.
Application Procedure
Applications are accepted online through the program registration form.
Due to limited seats, participants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applicants will receive confirmation via email once the registration and payment have been completed.
The program is open to:
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School leaders and administrators
-
Teachers (ECE, primary, and secondary)
-
Education practitioners and consultants
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Faculty members and researchers interested in innovative pedagogy
Arrival & Accommodation
Accommodation in twin-share rooms in Helsinki is included in the program fee.
Certification
Participants who complete the program will receive a Finland Winter School Certificate issued by CCE Finland confirming their participation in the program.
Participants receive:
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Breakfast
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Refreshments and lunches during sessions
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Access to all learning visits and program activities
Single room upgrades may be available at an additional cost.
Participants are responsible for arranging their international travel to Helsinki.
Language & Visas
All sessions and program activities are conducted in English.
Participants who require a visa to travel to Finland should arrange their visa application in advance. Invitation letters can be provided by CCE Finland upon request.
Cancellation Policy
If participants need to cancel their participation, they should notify the organisers as soon as possible.
Refund conditions and payment timelines will be outlined in the official registration confirmation.
DISCOVER
Finnish Education in Practice
EXPLORE
Innovative Teaching & Learning
EXPERIENCE
Education in Finland First-Hand