Student Mobility in Finland
An authentic Finnish school experience for pupils aged 10–18
Do you want to bring your pupils to Finland?
Are you looking for a meaningful and well-organised way to take your pupils abroad?
Our Student Mobility programme in Finland is designed for teachers and schools who want to offer their pupils a safe, inspiring, and educational international experience.
During the visit, pupils experience Finnish school life from the inside — not as observers, but as active participants.
What will your pupils experience during the mobility?
During a five-day programme, your pupils become part of everyday life in a Finnish school. They:
- Join regular lessons with Finnish pupils
- Take part in classroom activities and group work
- Interact with local pupils and teachers
- Experience how learning is organised in Finnish schools
This hands-on approach allows pupils to experience the joy of learning in a supportive environment, make new friends, explore local culture, and develop strong intercultural skills. At the same time, it strengthens self-esteem, curiosity, and group cohesion — creating meaningful memories that last a lifetime.
Two programme options – choose what fits your group best
Option 1: Five days at a Finnish school
Your pupils spend five full days in a host school, fully immersed in Finnish school life.
This option is ideal if your main focus is educational comparison, classroom learning, and peer interaction.
Option 2: Four days at school + one activity day with VisitEDUfinn
This option combines school immersion with a guided experience day organised by VisitEDUfinn.
- 4 days in a Finnish host school
- 1 activity day designed and facilitated by VisitEDUfinn
The activity day is planned according to the season and your pupils’ age and interests.
Examples of activity day options include:
- Sledging or outdoor winter activities
- Forest excursions and nature-based learning
- A visit to a science centre or museum
- Finnish sauna experience, including sauna & ice swimming (age-appropriate and supervised)
This option adds cultural depth and shared experiences beyond the classroom.
How does the programme work?
- Enquiry – You contact us with your group details and preferred dates
- School matching – We match your group with a suitable Finnish host school
- Planning & confirmation – Programme structure and Erasmus+ documents are confirmed
- Mobility week in Finland – Your pupils participate in school life and activities
- Certificate – Each participant receives a certificate of participation
Dates & Destinations
Student mobility visits are available from 15 January to 15 May and from 1 September to 15 December, in line with the Finnish school calendar.
Please note that during the winter holiday in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area (16–20 February), host schools in the Helsinki region are not available. Schools in other cities welcome visitors!
For Finnish upper secondary schools (ages 16-18), student mobility is not available during examination periods:
- 15–30 September
- 17–25 November
- 26 January – 3 February
- 1 March – 2 April
During Easter weeks, as well as May Day and Ascension Day weeks, programmes are typically organised as four-day school visits instead of five.
You can choose the destination
Student mobility programmes can take place in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area or in other parts of Finland, including smaller cities and towns.
What’s included? / What’s not included?
What is included:
- Five-day immersion in a local school OR 4-day immersion and one extracurricular activity day
- School lunch
- Certificate of attendance aligned with your Erasmus+ mobility
- Free 60-day access to Finnish Education Online Courses
What is NOT included:
- Travel to and from Finland (flights or other international transport).
- Accommodation, local living expenses, and meals (school lunches are included).
- Any visa or insurance costs if applicable.
Pricing
- Pricing (excluding Finnish VAT 25.5%):
- Standard fee: €350 per person.
- Mandatory lunch package: €50 per week per participant.
- Registrations made less than 60 days before the visit date incur an extra €100 per participant.
Accommodation
Helsinki, Finland
You may select your preferred accommodation. We recommend staying close to the central railway station in the city centre for convenient access to public transportation and major sights. We have negotiated special rates or discounts with different companies for different budgets, you can read more here.
General Information
Click here for more information on Helsinki.
Student Mobility
- 5-day immersion in a Finnish school OR 4-day immersion and one cultural day
- Assistance for visitors when needed
- Choose your preferred school level (ages 10-18)
- Accommodation discount codes after registration
Feedback
Other programs for students
Study tour to Finland & Estonia
Example program — always tailored to the needs and interests of each group
Experience the best of Nordic education and culture in one unforgettable week! Our 6-day Study Tour invites student groups to immerse themselves in Finnish and Estonian school life, discover two vibrant capitals, and take part in hands-on learning experiences that combine academics, creativity, culture, and fun.
Students will attend lessons in a Finnish school, explore the UNESCO World Heritage site Suomenlinna, visit museums, and enjoy unique activities such as a Finnish home economics class, where they learn to cook traditional salmon soup and blueberry pie.
The tour also includes a full-day trip to Tallinn, Estonia, with the opportunity to visit a local school and try exciting activities such as curling — a popular Nordic ice sport perfect for beginners.
Highlights of the 6-Day Program
Authentic School Experiences
- Attend classes in a Finnish school and experience everyday learning firsthand
- Participate in a Finnish home economics lesson: learn to cook traditional Finnish dishes
- Visit a school in Tallinn for a cross-cultural learning experience
Culture & Exploration
- Guided sightseeing in Helsinki, including Oodi library and the city center
- Nature-based learning activities in the forest
- Workshops (possible themes: coding, Finnish design, survival skills, science)
- Ferry trip to Tallinn with a guided tour of the medieval old town
Special Activities
- Try curling in Tallinn — a fun and beginner-friendly ice sport
- Optional Baltic Sea outdoor swimming adventure
- History tour at the UNESCO World Heritage site Suomenlinna
What’s Included
- 6-day full program
- Expert educational guide/host throughout the tour
- Airport transfers and all local transportation
- All entrance fees and program activities
- Five lunches and one dinner with local cuisine
- Certificates of participation
Group Size & Price
- Minimum group size: 20 participants
- Price: 998 € per person (excl. VAT), including Tallinn visit
Join us for a Nordic learning adventure that your students will never forget
Official Sister School Program
Example description — always tailored to your school’s goals.
Build a long-term, meaningful partnership with a Finnish school. Our Sister School Programs help schools around the world connect with Finland’s student-centered, wellbeing-focused education system — and create authentic learning experiences for both students and teachers.
What We Offer
- Finding the right Finnish partner school (matchmaking)
- Support with agreements and all required bureaucracy
- Annual exchange trips (typically 3–7 days)
- Joint learning activities planned together with both schools
- Seasonal extra-curricular experiences such as science centers, maker spaces, museums, sauna & swimming, skiing or sledding, berry picking, cooking local specialties, and more
Why Finland?
Finnish schools are known for relaxed learning environments, strong student wellbeing, and excellent results. Soft skills, creativity, and joy of learning are valued as highly as academic achievement — something we want all visiting student groups to experience.
Example Fees
- Official sister school agreement:
A typical 3-year agreement for a primary school, including one annual 3-day visit opportunity for pupils aged 9–12: 7,900 € (can be used as credit toward future exchange trip fees). - Exchange trip program example:
3-day visit for 20 participants: 600 € / person (excl. VAT), including:- Online meeting before the visit
- 3 school days with Finnish peers
- 3 afternoon activities
- 3 lunches, local transport, and a dedicated guide
- Farewell gala and online wrap-up session
Let us help your school build a truly inspiring international partnership
A Finnish Summer of Learning, Creativity and Adventure
Example program — always tailored for each group.
Join a unique Summer School experience in Finland, where learning, nature, creativity, and wellbeing come together. The program introduces students to the Finnish education philosophy through engaging workshops, hands-on projects, and inspiring outdoor adventures.
Instead of regular school visits, students take part in simulated Finnish school days, designed by local educators to mirror authentic classroom practices — from collaborative learning to creativity, problem-solving, and wellbeing-focused routines.
Students will explore Helsinki, discover the magic of Nordic nature, build survival skills in the forest, develop business ideas in an entrepreneurship roleplay, and enjoy unforgettable experiences such as kayaking, sauna, and Baltic Sea swimming.
Program Highlights
- Simulated Finnish school days led by education professionals
- Guided Helsinki city walk and creative workshop
- Forest wellbeing day in Nuuksio: berry picking, natural navigation, fire-making & campfire lunch
- Young Entrepreneurs roleplay workshop
- Kayaking in the archipelago, sauna & swimming
- STEAM workshop and visit to Science Centre Heureka
- Sustainability workshop in Suomenlinna & farewell gala
What’s Included
- Complete 7-day program
- Entrance fees, 6 lunches and 2 dinners
- Local travel cards for 6 days
- Expert host throughout the program
Price
- From 998 € per person (excl. VAT) for a group of 20 students
Give your students a summer they will remember — full of discovery, creativity, friendship, and the joy of learning.