The Finnish National Core Curriculums in ECEC and Primary grades have been adapted to suit schools in an international setting, having kept the elements that make Finnish education special.
Our core curriculum for ECEC is based on a conception of learning according to which children grow, develop, and learn in interaction with other people and the immediate environment. The conception of learning is also based on a view of the child’s active agency. Children are naturally curious and wish to learn new things. Learning is holistic and occurs everywhere. It combines knowledge, skills, actions, emotions, sensory perceptions, bodily experiences, language and thinking. Children also learn by playing, moving, exploring, working on different assignments, and expressing themselves as well as through activities based on arts.
It focuses on developing FIS Transversal Competences that empower children with the the knowledge, skills, and values they need to become active and responsible members of society. It sets the stage for a lifetime of learning and personal development.
Basic education (Primary Education) is underpinned by the idea of the specific value of childhood. Each student is unique and valuable just as he or she is. Each student has the right to grow to his or her full potential as a human being and a member of society. To achieve this, students need encouragement and individual support as well as experiences of being heard and valued in the school community. Equally important are experiences of participation and opportunities for working together with others to advance the functioning and welfare of the community.
Our Middle School program is unparalleled in its innovative and seamless fusion of the esteemed Finnish National curriculum with a globally recognized international program.
With a holistic approach to learning, we go beyond traditional subjects by emphasizing interdisciplinary connections, fostering critical thinking, and encouraging personal and cultural exploration. Students engage in a dynamic curriculum that integrates academic disciplines while developing essential skills such as communication, research, and collaboration. We not only prepare students for the rigorous challenges of high school but also instils a lifelong love of learning, global awareness, and a commitment to understanding and solving real-world issues.
After the Finnish ECEC, Primary education years and our Middle School program, we are following a globally recognized and rigorous pre-university education designed for students aged 16 to 18. Renowned for its academic excellence and commitment to holistic development, the program cultivates critical thinking, research skills, and intercultural understanding. At its core, the program offers a challenging and well-rounded curriculum that encompasses six subject groups, including languages, sciences, humanities, mathematics, arts, and interdisciplinary courses which focus on fostering open-mindedness and international-mindedness. The program also encourages students to engage in community service. Completion of the program is marked by comprehensive assessments, including examinations and coursework evaluation, resulting in the award of a prestigious diploma recognized globally.
At the end of the school year, four weeks are allocated to an interdisciplinary project. We recommend having the same broader topic for the whole school. The students should actively participate in the decision-making with teachers' guidance. We encourage to have the students work in mixed groups across grade levels.
