31 May – 05 Jun 2027
Finland Summer School
Finland Summer School 2027 is a one-week immersive program in Helsinki (31 May – 5 June 2027) designed for teachers, school leaders, and education professionals who want to experience the Finnish education system first-hand. Participants will learn directly from Finnish education experts, explore innovative learning spaces, and gain practical insights into wellbeing-centred education, student agency, and phenomenon-based learning.
When:
31 May – 5 Jun 2027
Fee:
EUR 1400 1200
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ABOUT PROGRAM
The Finland Summer School 2027 is a 6-day immersive learning experience in Helsinki, Finland (31 May – 5 June 2027) designed for teachers, school leaders, and education professionals. The program offers a first-hand look at the Finnish education system through expert-led sessions, learning space visits, and interactive workshops.
Participants will explore key aspects of Finnish pedagogy such as student wellbeing, formative assessment, and phenomenon-based learning, and choose a specialisation track in STEAM & Innovation or Early Childhood Education. The program also includes accommodation, meals, learning visits, and a certificate from CCE Finland – Council for Creative Education Finland.
Topics:
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How trust and autonomy shape Finnish education.
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Why student wellbeing is central to learning.
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How Finnish classrooms promote student agency.
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Why formative assessment focuses on growth.
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How phenomenon-based learning connects subjects to real life.
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Why play-based learning is key in early childhood education.
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How STEAM and innovation foster creativity and problem-solving.
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How educators can apply Finnish practices in their own schools.
*Please be aware that the course content is subject to possible revisions. While we have outlined the current topics and modules, there may be adjustments or updates throughout the duration of the course to ensure that we provide you with the most relevant and up-to-date information.
Objectives
Experience the Finnish education system first-hand and learn practical approaches such as student wellbeing, formative assessment, and phenomenon-based learning that can be applied in your own classrooms.
Program Outline
Expert-led sessions, learning space visits, and specialisation tracks in STEAM & Innovation or Early Childhood Education, along with reflection and networking opportunities.
Schedule
A 6-day summer immersion program (31 May – 5 June 2027) including learning sessions, educational visits, a specialisation track day, and a final reflection with certificate ceremony.
Important dates
Super Saver €1200 (limited seats, register with €100 by June 2026), Early Bird €1500 (July–Aug 2026), Regular €2000 (Sept–Dec 2026).
DISCOVER
Finnish Education in Practice
EXPLORE
Innovative Teaching & Learning
EXPERIENCE
Education in Finland First-Hand