What does it really mean to invest in education? Is it faster learning outcomes, higher rankings, or measurable short-term results?Or is it something deeper: something that unfolds over time, often invisibly, but with lasting impact? These questions feel especially timely this week, as Finnish education expertise is part of a dialogue taking place far from the Nordic context in Peru. At the Embassy of Finland in Lima, educators, decision-makers, and partners are gathering to discuss a shared...

It starts with play. In early childhood education, mathematics develops naturally when children explore, compare, sort, and make sense of the world around them. Here are five simple play-based early mathematics activities  that support early mathematical skills in a joyful and developmentally appropriate way. 1 Counting Through Play Use everyday objects such as blocks, stones, buttons, or toys.Children learn counting, one-to-one correspondence, and quantity by touching and moving objects...

How Finnish Educational Expertise Is Shared Responsibly Across Borders At Finland International Education (FINE), international education partnerships are built on trust, professional integrity, and responsible adaptation to local contexts. Interest in Finnish education continues to grow globally, particularly in early childhood education and school development. Decision-makers, school founders, and education leaders around the world are seeking ways to learn from Finnish pedagogy without...