Our members

Oulu University of Applied Sciences (Oamk) educates successful experts and promotes well-being to the northern region. We succeed because we are not afraid to try new things. We learn and challenge ourselves every day. 

At Oamk no one is left alone and we work together for our success. We believe in our dreams and make them a reality. We offer versatile, forward-thinking education and support the development of Oulu and Northern Finland with our research, development and innovation work. 

Our main campus, the Oulu Campus Linnanmaa, is the biggest campus in Europe operating under one roof.

LessonApp is an innovative mobile tool for teachers to design, store and share their lessons. The background is in Finnish education excellence. LessonApp provides research-based pedagogical knowledge, an easy-to-apply model to create meaningful lesson structures and hundreds of well-instructed teaching methods which are used by Finnish teachers every day in classrooms.
LessonApp offers the Basic version of the tool free of charge. Language versions available!

Satakunta University of Applied Sciences, SAMK, is a multidisciplinary, internationally oriented university of approximately 6,000 students from 100 countries. SAMK is located on the west coast of Finland, in the Satakunta region. In its operating area, it is a significant creator of experts as well as a developer, a propeller of internationalisation and a promoter of entrepreneurship. SAMK offers both Bachelor's and Master's Degree Programmes taught in English. At SAMK you can study to become an expert in business, engineering, health care, and tourism.

Otava Publishing Company Ltd is a major Finnish publishing house. It publishes both printed and digital educational materials for a wide range of subjects and for all levels of education. These materials have been one of the reasons behind the Finnish success in the educational field. Otava exports quality learning content and technology also to other countries.

GraphoGameis a market leader in 6 countries. In Finland, GraphoGame is used by nearly all preschoolers and over 90% of first graders. The app has been downloaded nearly 10 million times globally. 

GraphoGame is globally the only portfolio of literacy games that have undergone thorough neuropsychology, speech pathology, and psycholinguistics research and validation to ensure all language versions are evidence-based and effective. According to University of Cambridge, GraphoGame is “as effective as 1:1 teacher support in a classroom”. 

GraphoGame is available in 14 languages. GraphoGame was awarded the UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize in 2023 for our efforts to teach millions of kids to read in their mother tongues. 

Our offering to schools, includes GraphoGame Data Platform. What sets it apart is the unprecedented insight it provides into the reading process. 

Not a Bad Idea Ltd excels in advancing education by designing and implementing reforms for entities like nations and NGOs, along with training packages for education leaders and professionals. Our Skilloon platform promotes entrepreneurship and essential work life skills, supporting both institutions and individuals towards achieving success. Additionally, we organize international exchange programs and student camps, enhancing global understanding. With vast experience in EU-funded projects and partnerships with major organizations (UN, EU, OECD), we're committed to innovating education for a brighter future. Join us in our mission to empower the next generation of learners and professionals.

Northern Skills Finland Education Ltd provides great experiences inside and outside the classroom in the unique environment of Finnish Lapland under the northern lights. It specializes in designing memorable, all-inclusive educational packages for groups according to set requirements. Spend time at the local school, hang out with local students, get to know Finland's world-class educational system, gain hands-on experience and learn while taking part in fun and exciting educational tours.

eMathStudio offers solutions for hybrid learning in mathematics and STEM education. The platform includes an easy to use math editor for different levels of math, a calculator, a math checker, graphing tools, tables and possibilities to insert and embed material from other sources. Teachers can follow students' progress in real time and start their lessons knowing where the skill gaps are and what to focus on. Perfect for digital learning in class and at home.

GEST offers professional training and education services in Welfare, ICT, Construction and metal work, Automotive, Logistics as well as Commerce and Services. It adds value by developing, marketing and putting into practise high quality adult education and services needed by students and business life and to support lifelong learning. Continuous improvement, problem solving, co-operation with working life partners and an international element are essential in its vocational education work.

Learning Scoop is a Finnish company working in the fields of teacher education and pedagogical leadership development. Learning Scoop offers study tours, school visits, online courses, in-service teacher training programs, educational roadshows and consultation of curriculum development and implementation. Learning Scoop has been awarded as the Best Authentic Finnish Travel Products. Their experienced experts empower teachers and education developers around the world. Learning Scoop as well runs Finland Education Shop.