Finland Education & Innovation Experience

Finland Education & Innovation Experience Organised by CCE Finland | Helsinki | 16–20 November 2026 What happens when Finnish education meets the world's innovation ecosystem? Join CCE Finland for a curated Finland Education & Innovation Experience during Slush Week in Helsinki. Explore Finnish education and learning in practice through carefully curated professional visits to Finnish educational environments. The 2026 programme focuses on two distinct areas of the Finnish education system: Comprehensive Education – Grades 1–9 Early Childhood Education & Care (ECEC) Each experience is hosted separately and focuses on a specific aspect of Finnish education. Participants have the opportunity to observe real-world practices, explore learning environments, interact with Finnish educators and professionals, exchange ideas, and reflect on approaches that may be relevant to their own educational context. These experiences are designed to provide practical exposure rather than a general sightseeing programme — giving participants an opportunity to see how Finnish educational principles are translated into everyday practice. Please note, the interested particpants, need to register and purchase the tickets from the link below: Register & Pucrhase Tickets : ccefinland.org ↗ Programme at a Glance 17 November 2026 | 09:00–12:00 Finnish Comprehensive School Visit – Grades 1–9 Visit a Finnish comprehensive school and explore how education is organised and experienced across Grades 1–9. The visit offers insights into: Finnish pedagogy and student-centred learning Learning environments and everyday school practices Student participation and agency School culture and learner wellbeing Teaching and learning approaches in practice Professional interaction with educators/school representatives, subject to the school's programme 20 November 2026 | 09:00–12:00 Finnish Early Childhood Education & Care Visit – ECEC / Kindergarten Experience Finnish Early Childhood Education and Care in an authentic learning environment. Explore how Finnish ECEC approaches: Play-based and child-centred learning Children's participation and agency Wellbeing and holistic development Learning environments Everyday pedagogical practices Professional collaboration and interaction The visit provides an opportunity to understand how Finnish early childhood principles are reflected in practice. Individual Experiences — Choose What Fits You These are individual experiences held on different days, not one combined tour or package. Participants may register for one experience or both, depending on their professional interests and schedule. Each experience is independently bookable and has its own programme. What You Will Experience See Finnish Education in Practice Move beyond theory and observe Finnish educational environments directly. Understand Finnish Pedagogy Explore how principles such as learner participation, wellbeing, autonomy, collaboration and active learning are reflected in everyday practice. Meet Education Professionals Take part in professional discussions and exchange perspectives with Finnish educators and representatives, subject to the institution's programme. Explore Learning Environments See how physical and pedagogical environments support learning, participation and wellbeing. Connect Finnish Practice to Your Context Reflect on what can be adapted, developed or explored within your own school, organisation or education system. Experience Helsinki During Slush Week Combine professional learning in Finnish education with the wider energy of Helsinki's international innovation ecosystem during Slush Week. Who Is This For? The experience is designed for professionals working across education, technology and innovation, including: Education leaders and school administrators Principals and teachers Education managers and directors Early Childhood Education professionals University representatives and academic researchers Teacher educators and trainers EdTech companies and professionals Founders and entrepreneurs AI and technology professionals Education consultants Policymakers and education innovators Professionals interested in the future of learning Practical Information Meeting Point Helsinki Central Railway Station CCE Finland will coordinate the group pickup from Helsinki Central Railway Station and arrange/provide the required public transport ticket for travel to the educational institution. Programme Duration 09:00–12:00 The visit concludes at the educational institution at 12:00. After the Visit There is no organised return transportation after the programme. Participants are free to continue to their next destination and are responsible for their own onward travel arrangements. Lunch 17 November – Comprehensive School: Lunch is not included. School lunch may be requested in advance, subject to availability, and paid directly at the school. Last-minute lunch requests cannot be accommodated. 20 November – ECEC: Lunch is not included and will not be provided at the ECEC institution. What Is Included ✓ Curated visit to a Finnish educational institution ✓ Professional educational observation and experience ✓ Insights into Finnish pedagogy and educational practices ✓ Exploration of learning environments and everyday practices ✓ Professional interaction/discussion, subject to the institution's programme ✓ CCE Finland coordination and on-site support ✓ Group pickup coordination from Helsinki Central Railway Station ✓ Required public transport ticket/arrangement to the institution ✓ Access to CCE's most acclaimed course - Introduction to Finnish Education (FE) Not Included - ✗ Lunch ✗ Return transportation after the visit ✗ Personal onward transportation ✗ Personal expenses ✗ Services not specifically mentioned in the programme Why CCE Finland? CCE Finland brings international educators and education professionals closer to the Finnish education system through research-informed professional learning, educational experiences and collaboration. Rather than simply presenting Finland as a model, these experiences encourage participants to observe, question, exchange and reflect — helping them understand Finnish practices within their own educational context. Kindly visit us at ccefinland.org ↗