31 May – 05 Jun 2027
Finland Summer School 2027
Experience Finnish Education — Where It Truly Happens
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 2000 1200
About program
The Finland Summer School 2027 is a 6-day immersive learning experience in Helsinki, Finland. This program offers a real, on-ground understanding of how Finnish education works in everyday practice.
Participants engage in expert-led sessions, school and learning space visits, and interactive workshops. The program focuses on key elements of Finnish pedagogy such as student wellbeing, formative assessment, and phenomenon-based learning.
Participants will also choose a specialisation track aligned with their interests and reflect on how these practices can be adapted to their own school environments.
The program includes accommodation, meals, learning visits, and certification by 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.
What you will experience
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Learn directly from Finnish education experts
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Visit inspiring learning spaces such as Oodi Library
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Understand how wellbeing, trust, and student agency shape everyday learning
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Explore phenomenon-based learning through real examples
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Reflect on how Finnish practices can be adapted to your own school or system
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Choose one day of specialization track aligned with your interest.
Option 1: STEAM & Innovation (K–12)
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Focus on interdisciplinary learning across Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics
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Explore innovative teaching methods and classroom practices
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Gain insights into fostering creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking in students
Option 1: STEAM & Innovation (K–12)
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Focus on interdisciplinary learning across Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics
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Explore innovative teaching methods and classroom practices
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Gain insights into fostering creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking in students
Certification
All participants will receive a Finland School Certificate issued by CCE Finland – Council for Creative Education Finland.
Objectives
To provide educators with first-hand experience of the Finnish education system and practical approaches that can be applied in their own classrooms, including wellbeing-focused teaching, formative assessment, and phenomenon-based learning.
Program Outline
The program includes expert-led sessions, learning space visits, interactive workshops, and a one-day specialisation track in either STEAM & Innovation or Early Childhood Education. Reflection and networking opportunities are integrated throughout the program.
Schedule
A 6-day immersive summer program (31 May – 5 June 2027) including learning sessions, educational visits, specialisation track, and a final reflection with certificate ceremony.
Important dates
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Super Saver: €1200 (Register with €100 by June 2026)
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Early Bird: €1500 (July – August 2026)
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Regular: €2000 (September – December 2026)
Limited seats available on a first-come, first-served basis.
DISCOVER
Finnish Education in Practice
EXPLORE
Innovative Teaching & Learning
EXPERIENCE
Education in Finland First-Hand