My name is Ms. Tanja Kauppila, Master of Education, from Finland. I am the Vice Principal and Class Teacher of Finland International School (FIS) Race Course. This is my first time in India, and I love the country and our school already. Before moving to Mumbai, I have worked as a Class Teacher in Qatar-Finland International School for three years, a year in UAE, and more than 15 years in Finland.

I have a degree of Environmental Engineering as well, so my favourite subject is Math, especially building a strong foundation for it, through problem-solving and teaching the thinking skills. Sustainability is important to me. For example, I have established a second-hand marketplace in Facebook almost 10 years ago in my hometown in Finland. With FIS Race Course students we will be using a lot recycled materials for Crafts among the other things.

I am specialized in Pre-School and Primary Education, Special Pedagogics and Social Psychology. In our child-centred learning environment my goal is to make joyful learning happen in a positive and concrete way – Learning by doing. I warmly welcome you to FIS Race Course family and I am looking forward to collaborating with you!

With two decades in education, Fatema Agarkar, a former banker and consultant, has set up 50+ schools, led 3 educational start-ups, and currently heads ACE, specializing in curricula, audits, training, and mentoring. As a board member, VP of Early Childhood Association, and National Council Member for various associations, her passion for education and sports fuels innovation in every project. An avid blogger and wife of ex-cricketer Ajit Agarkar, she's also driving change in eSports as a National Council Member of AIGF.