Spring Recap, Summer Wishes & What’s Coming Next in Finnish Education
Hello Educators,
We hope your summer is going well! Some of you are still on holiday, while here in Finland we are already getting ready for the new school year. Either way, we have some good news to share, so read on!
What a Spring It Was
This spring was special for us. Between January and May 2026, more educators than ever joined us in Finland.
VisitEDUfinn group visits went up by 32% — from 184 groups in 2025 to 242 groups in 2026. During our busiest week, 13–17 April, we had 42 different groups visiting Finnish schools at the same time!
Euneos course participants also grew by 26%, from 144 to 182 participants in the same period.
For us, these numbers are more than statistics. They show that educators around the world continue to seek meaningful, practical and inspiring professional development in Finland. Behind these numbers are real teachers, real schools, and real moments of learning. Thank you for being part of this journey with us.
Growing Together Through New Partnerships
We continue to strengthen our partnerships and expand our offerings based on what educators tell us they need.
A good example is our merger with EduBorealis, which has allowed us to bring in new expertise and enrich our course portfolio. Through this growth, we added courses such as The Highlights of Finnish Education and Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body.
The response has been wonderful. Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body, taking place this August, is already fully booked.
So yes, we hear you. We are adding topics that matter to you, and bringing in experts who help us all grow together.
Our autumn calendar is also filling up, and confirmed courses are already available, including dates into spring 2027. If you are planning your next Erasmus+ mobility or professional development experience, now is a good time to explore the calendar and secure your spot.
Explore Our Course Calendar →
https://www.euneoscourses.eu/course-calendar/
Erasmus+ Job Shadowing in Helsinki: New Extras This Year
We have made some practical improvements to our Helsinki Job Shadowing programme — and we think you will appreciate them.
What is new:
Participants now receive a 7-day HSL public transport pass, making it easier to move around the city during the week. With this pass, you can use trams, buses, the metro, trains and ferries in the Helsinki region. You do not need to worry about buying tickets or checking fares. Just get on board and enjoy the city on your way to school and during your free time.
A Warm Welcome at Oodi
On the first Monday evening, participants in Helsinki are invited to a special welcome session at Oodi, Helsinki’s unique Central Library.
The 60-minute orientation is hosted by Jenni Sipola, a local primary school teacher, and is designed to help participants start the week with confidence.
Together, participants will:
- Tour Oodi and discover why it is celebrated as one of the world’s finest public spaces
- Talk about Finnish education with Jenni
- Ask practical and pedagogical questions
- Check Erasmus+ documents
- Enjoy coffee and snacks in true Finnish style
- Meet other visiting educators and begin building connections
We are happy to see that these additions have already received a very positive response. A little more investment in the learning experience can go a long way, and we are glad to see participants finding this support valuable.
As we often say: we grow together.
New Job Shadowing Destinations Beyond Helsinki
We also know that some of you prefer smaller cities, shorter commutes and cozy local environments.
That is why we are happy to announce new Job Shadowing destinations close to Helsinki: Lahti, Tampere and Turku.
These cities are wonderful options for participants who prefer not to complete their job shadowing in the Helsinki metropolitan area, or for those who have already visited Helsinki and would like to experience another Finnish city.
The price for these smaller-city destinations is also more affordable, since they do not include the additional Helsinki activities and support package.
If this sounds like the right fit for you or your school, contact us for more information.
Learn More About Erasmus+ Job Shadowing →
https://www.visitedufinn.com/erasmus-job-shadowing/
Something Good to Listen To
If you are enjoying your summer break and want to learn something interesting about Finnish education, we recommend the Finnish Education Perspectives podcast by Eduten, hosted by Melissa Georgiou.
There are 19 episodes with well-known education experts — including Professor Pasi Sahlberg talking about trust in teaching, and Professor Kirsti Lonka on keeping students motivated. Easy to listen to, and full of ideas.
Listen on Apple Podcasts →
Autumn Is Coming — Book Your Spot Early
Our autumn calendar is confirmed, with courses available through spring 2027. Here are some highlights:
Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body (August, Helsinki) — already fully booked! The 2027 edition is on the way.
STEP2026 Foro de Educación en Español — September 2026 / April 2027
Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods — October 2026, Helsinki
Keys to Wellbeing — October 2026, Helsinki
Benchmarking Best Practices – Christmas Special — November/December 2026
LIFE 2026 — January 2027, Lapland Rovaniemi
Full STEAM — February 2027, Oulu
Future AI Classroom in Finland — March 2027, Helsinki
…and more courses confirmed into spring 2027.
Courses fill up quickly, so it is worth booking early — especially if you are planning an Erasmus+ mobility.
View the course calendar →
We wish you a relaxing end to the summer and a great start to the new school year, whenever it comes. We look forward to seeing you in Finland or Estonia soon!
Warm regards,
The VisitEDUfinn, VisitEDUestonia & Euneos Team
Helsinki, Finland
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