Better education
for the world. Together!
Are you passionate about bringing the Finland's famous education system to your region? We work with early education and school operators by providing them what they need to accomplish their dreams! Explore our offering and success stories around the world!
HEI Schools in numbers
26
HEI Schools
worldwide
1120
educators
using HEI Curriculum on regular basis
1670
children
enrolled in HEI Schools worldwide
1611
teachers
in HEI Diploma programs worldwide
Why HEI Schools stands out?
Strong academic and research foundation
Our educational approach is continuously enhanced through ongoing research
The University of Helsinki and Professor Lipponen of the Faculty of Education are the co-founders of HEI Schools and the academic partners in developing our research-based model. The connection with academia allows us to stay current on the latest educational research conducted around the world. Read more of our educational articles here.
Holistic, play-based and future-ready education
Academic learning with character building
Every child has the right to grow and learn in a supportive and stress-free environment that equips them with the skills they need to prosper in the future. We believe in recognizing each child holistically and aim to educate socially, emotionally and academically confident, capable children. Our curriculum teaches cognitive skills and our pedagogy helps children develop soft skills like resilience, communication and problem solving, all those skills that research proves to be vital for future academic success.
Global network with an internationally recognized brand
Over 4000 educators in more than 50 countries
HEI Schools curriculum and training programs are used by over 4000 educators in over in five continents. Our first HEI Schools kindergarten opened in 2017 in China and ever since we have been implementing our Finland-inspired model in over 50 countries worldwide. Read more about our continuous global expansion here.
Open a local
HEI Schools
Establish a top-tier Finland-inspired nursery, kindergarten or a K12 campus featuring our proven concept and globally recognized brand.
This is for: School owners and operators
Transform your school
Our Toolkit Curriculum is holistic and play-based, and it allows your school to implement the Finnish Early Education approach.
This is for: School owners and operators
Train your
teachers
We offer training programs in conjunction with the Toolkit Curriculum to assist your team in implementing the holistic approach.
This is for: School owners and principals
Develop
your skills
Elevate your career and skills with our Teacher Diploma. The online course is self-paced and available in many languages.
This is for: Principals and educators
Success Stories from Our Community
See all success storiesThe most rewarding part of being a Learning Center partner is bringing a piece of Finland to San Rafael through HEI Schools, as well receiving daily support from the HEI Schools San Rafael team.
Carolina Bellitti
Owner, HEI Schools San Rafael, Argentina
I was looking for progressive curriculum in the market. HEI Schools stood out with its research-based program and premium quality. This is truly great value for my investment.
Werner Bouwer
Co-Founder, E=MC2 School, South Africa
I was most impressed by the founders’ motivation to ensure that children all around the world have similar educational experiences to Finnish children. They are genuinely invested in the wellbeing of all children.
Amanda
Principal, HEI Schools Emerald, Australia
It is absolutely wonderful! I found it so informative. For somebody who is just getting into this space, I think it's a very good first step.
Jayaradha Shankar
Diploma Student, Singapore
I was looking for a school that embraces the whole child and views them as an individual. My partner wanted a school that allows children to be children, to pursue their imagination and to participate in free play. HEI Schools hit all the marks for both of us.
Mother of 2
HEI Lara, Australia