Lahdelma & Mahlamäki architects
- Learning environments
Lahdelma & Mahlamäki architects (LMA) is an internationally acclaimed architecture office especially known for their museum projects and education buildings. Renowned for their deep understanding of the impact of history, location and the human touch, LMA architecture stretches far beyond materiality. The founders, Professor Ilmari Lahdelma and Professor Rainer Mahlamäki, have been working together since the 1980s and they have won over 100 prizes in architecture competitions, which makes LMA one of the most experienced and successful Finnish offices. Their principal works include, for example, the Museum of the History of Polish Jews (2013), the Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Myllypuro Campus (2019) and the Kastelli School and Community Centre (2014).
Kide Science
- Learning materials and educational technology
- Teacher training and educational leadership
Kide Science is a world-class, research-based pedagogical model from Finland for early science education for 3-to-8 year-olds all over the world. The play-based STEAM learning model with storytelling functions as an engaging “plug n’ play” tool for teachers. The licensing model for educators is complemented with training, lesson plans, peer support and engagement for families. Proven pedagogical methods are based on rigorous academic research conducted at the University of Helsinki, Finland by founder of Kide Science Jenni Vartiainen, who is a leading researcher in the field of play-based science education. Children get to explore the wonders of the world around them by exploring, experimenting and observing. Join us on a thrilling science adventure that has long-lasting effects.
Lumo Education
- Educational reforms
- School concepts
- Teacher training and educational leadership
Lumo Education offers tailored kindergarten and school concepts based on the Finnish educational model. Together with their partner Internation Schools Services (iss.edu), Lumo Education offers K to 12 international school concept combining the best practices from the Finnish and American education model with over 60 years of experience in international education and more than 110 schools launched and managed.
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.
Sanoma Pro
- Learning materials and educational technology
Sanoma Pro Ltd is the number one educational publisher in Finland. They produce inspiring and pedagogically high-quality learning materials and services for primary, secondary and vocational education. Sanoma Pro also has educational and entertaining products for 0–12 years old children by the Oppi&ilo -brand. Their tutoring service Tutorhouse helps students reach their learning goals by complementing learning done at school. Sanoma Pro together with the Swedish company Sanoma Utbildning and the international learning platform company itslearning form the Nordic region of Sanoma Learning, which is the leading K12 European learning company.
Finnoschool
- Corporate training
- School concepts
- Teacher training and educational leadership
Finnoschool is offering Finnish pedagogy based consulting for schools and communities who want to improve their organization performance in the field of education.
HELBUS Helsinki School of Business
- Degrees and qualifications
HELBUS Helsinki School of Business was founded in 2012 and is currently owned by the Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce. We offer high quality education for people who are just starting their careers, and tools for personal and professional growth for business leaders and professionals. Currently we offer British undergraduate (Bachelor of Arts (honours) in Business and Management) and postgraduate business degrees (MBA) awarded by our UK partner, the University of Northampton. Through our partnerships, our studies, teaching and assessment are fully quality assured by the British higher education authorities.
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.
Tiimiakatemia Global
- Learning materials and educational technology
Tiimiakatemia Global is a training and consulting company that trains professional team coaches. It has been established in 1993 by teamwork, team coaching and team learning experts. The mission of Tiimiakatemia Global is to boldly coach team coaches. They are professionals who have the knowledge, skills, attitudes and experiences to coach individuals, teams and communities to work and learn together. To certify the competencies of team coaches the company trains, Tiimiakatemia Global upkeeps and develops team coaches’ competency certification system. The company offers both short and long-term coaching programs to progressive and inspired professionals from educational and business worlds. Also, the company consults organizations to use team coaching methods and develop as learning organizations.
Kainuu Vocational College
- Learning materials and educational technology
- Teacher training and educational leadership
- Working life partnerships and competence development
Kainuu Vocational College is a versatile producer of tailor-made skills development in companies. On the basis of clients' needs, they design a suitable training product to ensure the company's future.
Vision Factory
- Corporate training
- Teacher training and educational leadership
- Working life partnerships and competence development
Vision Factory is a service agency for co-creation, service innovation and design thinking. We help you move towards a more customer-centric and innovative approach and culture. At the heart of this is the way we work - agile co-creation, gamification and collaborative learning. We have extensive expertise in developing design games and running gamified workshops. We also run training programmes and organisational development projects.
Savo Vocational College - SAKKY
- Learning environments
- Learning materials and educational technology
- Working life partnerships and competence development
SAKKY is one of the biggest vocational education providers in Finland having 70 IVET study programs and ca. 100 further and specialist vocational qualifications. We are a forerunner in sustainable education and have been audited and certified for our sustainable educational culture and operations. It is our mission to enhance green skills in VET education. Further, we provide expertise in modernizing teaching and learning environments, reinforcing the role of digitalization and innovation in the field of vocational education. SAKKY’s students represent over 50 nationality and we take part in numerous global professional networks. Our international community and networks are growing fast – we welcome you to join our mission for a green and digital future.
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.
Stem School Finland
- Learning materials and educational technology
- School concepts
- Teacher training and educational leadership
STEM School Finland is the largest private science and technology educator of children in Finland. STEM School Finland operates in Finland under the name Tiedekoulu (www.tiedekoulu.fi). STEM School Finland has over 40 locations throughout Finland. Our teacher team consists of over 40 teachers, scientists and engineers working with the Science, Engineering, Technology and Arts courses, lesson plans and other educational materials.
FinlandWay International Preschools
- School concepts
FinlandWay is a leading education provider from Finland. Trusted by partners on four continents and in five languages, FinlandWay franchises and licenses to new and existing schools. We offer a complete package with methodology training and mentoring, a full curriculum programme (10 months to 5 years), classroom design, a learning tracking platform and application, a marketing package and a best practice community. With us, your preschool can start providing Finnish-style education anywhere in the world!