BEST The Ultimate Benchmarking Event

Experience a truly unique Erasmus course that combines professional development with cultural immersion in two top European destinations—Finland and Estonia. BEST – The Ultimate Benchmarking Event offers an inspiring blend of high-quality training in Helsinki and enriching job shadowing in Tallinn. You will explore the secrets behind Finland’s world-renowned education system and gain practical insights from Estonian schools. Additionally, you can tailor your experience by selecting from a range of school visits and specialized workshops, enabling you to focus on what matters most to your professional development.
Alongside expert-led sessions, you’ll enjoy unforgettable cultural experiences: dip into a Baltic Sea ice-swim after a Finnish sauna, hike in Nuuksio National Park, and dine medieval-style in Tallinn’s Old Town. This course is a celebration of learning, sharing, and cultural discovery.

This unique professional development opportunity offers three flexible formats to suit your interests and availability: a 7-day course in Finland, a 3-day job shadowing experience in Estonia, or the chance to combine both into a comprehensive 10-day programme.

What You’ll Learn:

You will explore innovative teaching methods and school leadership strategies used in Nordic and Baltic countries, with a focus on benchmarking, inclusion, well-being, and educational innovation. You’ll take part in structured job shadowing activities in Estonian schools and compare educational practices through dialogue with teachers and principals. The course is ideal for sharing ideas, building partnerships, and reflecting on your own school development goals. This is a rare opportunity to connect with educators from across Europe in two inspiring locations.

  • Learn how Finnish and Estonian schools foster innovation and equity.
  • Gain insight into inclusive practices and student well-being strategies.
  • Exchange experiences and ideas with peers across Europe.
  • Observe everyday school life during job shadowing in Tallinn.
  • Strengthen your Erasmus+ partnerships through networking and collaboration.

Course Highlights:

  • School Visits in Finland: Gain firsthand experience of Finnish schools and their approaches to high-quality, equitable education.
  • Excursion to Estonia: Take part in a dedicated visit to Tallinn to get a close look, either in person or via a streamlined format.
  • Job Shadowing Opportunity: Seamlessly continue your learning journey with a 3-day job shadowing experience in Estonia.
  • Exceptional cultural experiences: They are all included in the catering fee.
  • Led by Finnish and Estonian education experts.
  • Free access to Finnish Education Online Courses: Learn more about Finnish education before your visit.

This course combines top-level professional development with carefully curated cultural activities that enrich your understanding of local life. The programme includes job shadowing in Estonian schools, hands-on workshops in Finland, and networking with educators across Europe. Whether you’re an experienced school leader or a dedicated teacher, you’ll return home inspired and better equipped to lead change in your institution.

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  • Join a 7-day course in Finland, or
  • Participate in a 3-day job shadowing in Estonia, or
  • Combine them as a 10-day experience

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Tickets

All tickets includes:

  • Event materials
  • Certificate of attendance
  • School visits
  • Admission to all sessions

Standard price

For standard registrations

660€

Group price

Discounted price for groups of 5 or more

594€

Catering and transportation package

Welcome brunch, 5 lunches, 2 dinners, refreshments & transportation during the program (ferry tickets not included)

330€

You will return with new ideas, practical tools, and cultural insights that you can apply immediately in your school or organisation.

  • Develop concrete action plans for school improvement
  • Understand the key principles behind Finnish and Estonian education success
  • Apply benchmarking tools for your school development strategies
  • Gain practical experience through job shadowing in Estonian schools
  • Foster cross-border collaboration through networking and Erasmus+ exchange