University of Helsinki
The University of Helsinki is widely recognised as one of the leading research hubs for school meals and food education in Finland and an internationally respected contributor to this field. The University hosts several research programmes related to school meals, covering food education, nutritional sciences, public health, and other related disciplines, such as: Wellbeing of Ukrainian Children -study: https://researchportal.helsinki.fi/fi/projects/wellbeing-of-ukrainian-children-study/Increased Health and Wellbeing in Children, Families and Educational Settings (DAGIS) -study: https://dagis.fi/The FoodStep project: https://ruoka-askel.fi/en/ We are active in international collaborations and network activities, for example, we coordinate the Nordic-Baltic School Meals Network, in 2026 bringing together 20 leading public-health, and food-policy and research organizations across 10 countries and regions. The Nordic-Baltic School Meals Network (SMN) is currently coordinated by Kristiina Janhonen together with professor Maijaliisa Erkkola and postdoctoral researcher Riikka Pajulahti.For more information, visit: The website of the Nordic-Baltic School Meals Network: https://blogs.helsinki.fi/nordic-baltic-school-meals-network/ The website of the Nutrition, sustainability and wellbeing research group: https://researchportal.helsinki.fi/en/organisations/nutrition-sustainability-and-wellbeing/Get in touch: Kristiina Janhonen, Adjunct professor (Title of Docent), kristiina.janhonen@helsinki.fi
ELE Finland
- Degrees and qualifications
- Learning materials and educational technology
- Teacher training and educational leadership
ELE Finland Oy provides high-quality training programs and consulting, especially in the field of teacher education, professional development and higher education globally, mainly in collaboration with HY+. We also provide solutions for leadership/team training, assessment and evaluation, measurement instruments and creating online materials and books (e.g. Phenomenal Leaning from Finland). Our main focus is in the Middle East, where we created a blended 2-year teacher education program.
Omnia Education Partnerships
- Degrees and qualifications
- Evaluation and quality assurance
- Teacher training and educational leadership
Omnia Education Partnerships Ltd. (OEP) is the international commercial arm of four Finnish organizations with over 20.000 graduates on an annual basis. The OEP services portfolio includes CPD for vocational and k-12 teachers and management, vocational training quality development and audits, and Finnish National Agency for Education accredited professional diplomas tailored to sector and country specific needs. The diplomas are on EQF levels 4 and 5, and recognized in the EU and most OECD countries.
Moovkids
- Learning materials and educational technology
- Teacher training and educational leadership
MoovKids provides movement education workshops for educators, equipping them with trusted teaching methods and knowledge to support daily implementation and quality teaching of core movement skills. This knowledge is bolstered by a digital platform that provides 200+ intentional movement activities, lesson plans for ages 3 to 7, and additional support resources. MoovKids is an intervention program that ensures early learners develop a strong movement foundation at a crucial time. Moovkids is suitable for kindergartens, nurseries, homeschooling environments, after-school, and sports programs. MoovKids aligns with both the Finnish ECEC and the British EYFS curriculum goals.
Otava
- Learning materials and educational technology
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.
Tredu
- Corporate training
- Degrees and qualifications
- Teacher training and educational leadership
Tampere Vocational College Tredu is a multisectoral education provider operating under the City of Tampere and is the second largest vocational college in Finland, with 14 campuses, 1100 employees and approximately 17 000 young and adult students. Tredu offers tailored vocational education solutions, professional and vocational qualifications as well as diploma programs for corporate training, organizational development, professional development and educational (TVET) reforms. Tredu has a proven track record in creating individually designed training programs and managing various development programs to enhance the capabilities and competences of our partnering organizations.
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences is a business-oriented higher education institution with strong expertise in education export. We offer degree programmes in business, IT, hospitality, sports, and vocational teacher education. Haaga-Helia provides tailored education export services, including teacher training for vocational and higher education, capacity building projects, and diploma programmes designed with international partners. With 11,000 students and 700 experts on five campuses, we bring practical, work-based learning to global audiences. Our education export projects focus on co-creation, long-term partnerships, and sustainable impact in developing education systems worldwide.
University of Applied Sciences JAMK
- Degrees and qualifications
- Educational reforms
- Teacher training and educational leadership
JAMK University of Applied Sciences’ Global Education Services (GES) provides services stretching from individual level capacity building to development of educational institutions and education systems. JAMK works with educational authorities, international donors, companies, and vocational and higher education institutions. JAMK's global education services and solutions are based on the educational expertise in the fields of business, pedagogy, health and technology.
Edulyzer
- Evaluation and quality assurance
- Learning materials and educational technology
- Teacher training and educational leadership
Edulyzer is a digital service designed to support the development of resilient, inclusive, and engaging learning environments in schools. The service collects and analyzes data from the main stakeholders (learners, teachers, headmasters and parents) of the school community to provide a comprehensive overview of school culture and development. Edulyzer empowers teachers, school leaders and educational authorities with insights to promote staff development, leadership, and continuous improvement. Overall, the data helps guide pedagogical decisions which improve commitment to organizational aims and eventually learning outcomes of the learners.
Global Education Services Taitaja (Eduko)
- Corporate training
- Degrees and qualifications
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.
Novia University of Applied Sciences
- Degrees and qualifications
- Teacher training and educational leadership
- Working life partnerships and competence development
Novia University of Applied Sciences is the largest Swedish-speaking UAS in Finland with about 5000 students and a staff of 350 in five campuses along the Finnish coastline.Through its Industry Collaboration model, Novia UAS combines R&D with flexible mechanisms for innovation within its areas of expertise. The university co-creates flexible global education services with focus on skills and competencies for the future. Its Maritime Academy, Aboa Mare in Turku, hosts the largest maritime simulator center in Northern Europe and Novia UAS also offers maritime training in the Philippines and Greece.
HEI Schools
- Learning environments
- School concepts
- Teacher training and educational leadership
HEI Schools collaborates with kindergarten and school operators who wish to implement holistic, Finland-inspired learning in their new or existing schools. Co-founded by the University of Helsinki, the offering of HEI Schools includes: 1) a HEI Schools-branded kindergarten and preschool concept that can be extended to K12, 2) a play-based curriculum for any kindergarten to use, and 3) teacher training courses. Over 2,000 teachers use our curriculum, there are 25 HEI Schools kindergartens in operation, and we have extensive experience in implementing Finnish education in over 50 countries.
Qridi
- Evaluation and quality assurance
- Learning materials and educational technology
- School concepts
Qridi is an awarded pedagogical software for better teaching and learning. Qridi has been developed together with innovative Finnish teachers and experts based on the most recent results of studies on learning. Qridi is a comprehensive tool that allows pupils to conduct self, peer and group evaluations, and it allows for the use of guardian and teacher evaluations in an easy-to-use environment. With Qridi, it is possible to direct and monitor pupils’ individual learning processes in a variety of ways. Qridi can be used to evaluate and, at the same time, teach a broad array of skills (21st century skills): behaviour and the whole make up of knowledge, skills, attitudes and will. The tool has especially been designed for guidance and the evaluation of continuous learning. Qridi is also used in the sport and business sectors, where learning and impact are crucial for individuals and groups.
Finnish Global Education Solutions
- Learning materials and educational technology
- School concepts
- Teacher training and educational leadership
Finnish Global Education Solutions brings the renowned Finnish approach to education to schools worldwide, offering expertise in creating sustainable, impactful changes. We provide well-defined frameworks for school management, teacher development, and practical pedagogical strategies to ensure high-quality learning environments. All our services are crafted by experienced professionals who understand the needs of modern education systems.Our comprehensive services include Start a New School, Improve Your School, Professional Development Training, School Development Services, Educational Travel, Numeracy and Literacy Programs, and Pedagogical Handbooks.
Pikkuli Edu
- Learning environments
- Learning materials and educational technology
- Teacher training and educational leadership
Pikkuli Edu offers research-proven Pikkuli tools and professional training to support children’s social and emotional learning effectively. In addition to social and emotional learning (SEL), we provide fun and inspiring learning materials for nature pedagogy. Our social and emotional learning and nature pedagogy curriculum includes stories and Pikkuli TV series episodes, ready-made lesson plans for teachers, emotion cards, music, and plush toys to make learning engaging. Our Pikkuli SEL solutions are also effective in home usage. Our mission is to help parents and grandparents support children’s social skills by providing easy-to-use tips and tools.