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For seven consecutive years, Finland has been named the happiest country in the world  and the Finnish school system routinely features at or near the top or world rankings for childhood education….Free and teacher-directed play embeds life and learning skills, Finnish educators believe, improving attention span, problem-solving abilities and perseverance. Outdoor play is especially valued, with a 15-minute outdoor break every hour up to secondary school.Considered such a core activity that it is assessed by teachers, play in Finland is also about learning risk and responsibility.The Finnish system places equality at its core, outlawing formal exams until age 18 and eschewing parental choice, selection, streaming by ability and league tables.It’s not rocket science is it? So why are we not all looking to Finland for the answers? https://lnkd.in/eqr6hcyx

SEN in Japan Special Needs Education in Japan is years behind other developed countries around the world, writes Cecil Burton. https://lnkd.in/eqPaanCc #SENabroad #internationalschools #Japaneseschools #SEN #SENinJapan #Specialneedsclassrooms #SpecialNeedsEducation #SPEDstudents #specialeducationalneeds

Game-based school system: the case of Finland __________________________________________ The Finnish school system stands out for its innovative educational approach that incorporates playful and creative elements into children's education, especially in the early stages of development. Finnish schools, widely renowned for their advanced pedagogical practices, place a strong emphasis on learning through play and hands-on experience. This is reflected in informal and relaxed learning environments, where children are encouraged to explore and discover through autonomy and personal initiative. Finnish teachers enjoy high autonomy in curriculum design, which allows them to integrate playful and creative activities flexibly into the teaching process, adapting to students' individual needs. This holistic approach to education aims not only to promote the acquisition of academic knowledge and skills, but also to develop the social, emotional and cognitive skills essential for a successful and fulfilled life. Finnish schools also dedicate a significant part of school time to recreational activities and free play, recognizing the fundamental value of play in encouraging the development of imagination, creativity and motor skills, as well as in promoting collaboration and social cohesion between the children. Ultimately, the Finnish school system's inclusive and balanced approach aims to provide high-quality education that prepares children for an adult life full of challenges and opportunities, providing them with the skills and abilities necessary to face them competently. https://lnkd.in/dpyHs9Yg

So many new ideas! 😀 This week we are hosting our project partners from Sweden and Germany. Our focus? The kindergarten sector. These types of meetings are always eye-opening for me. A few key points: 🌟 Contrary to common belief, our kindergarten programme is strong and effective at educating our children. 🌟 There is always room for improvement. I am very pleased for our associated kindergarten, Agata from Poljane, for quickly incorporating activities they saw in Sweden earlier this year. 🌟Our discussions focused on the growing role of digital tools in kindergartens, as seen in Sweden. Some teachers are still sceptical of it, but digital tools can help with learning as well. With projects like this and exchanges of knowledge, we can progress faster and help further enhance the quality of our children's education. 🚀 #erasmus #networking #kindergartens #erasmusprojects #STEM #sustainability

Montessori Europe 2023: On the 1st of October this year, we are organizing the European ME Adolescent Sustainability Forum on behalf of Montessori Europe. Judith Cunningham and I invite you and your students to join us in this forum in Gdansk, Poland. More info: https://lnkd.in/eA8DTFCW Video: https://lnkd.in/eUc94V89 Youth are part of the future and have their own perspective and their own solution for the world they want. Education is the basis for every child to become a global citizen in a society that extends beyond national borders. International cooperation is necessary to achieve international goals and agreements, human rights, sustainability and the economy are international themes and are all SDGs. We hope to see you and your students! #sustainability #future #humanrights #economy #society #education #students #europe

We have come to the end of another school year. Your school's SEND/INCLUSION department would have assisted you better in meeting the needs of the students that you taught this year. Please remember the following: -       All teachers are teachers of SEND. -       Quality First teaching is the first form of intervention for the students. Once we know our students and plan for their needs then we will be working with the students to help them make progress. -       Each student is an individual and although more than one student may have the same diagnosis the approach is individual. There is no one size fit all solution. -      The pupil passport/learner profile is a very effective resource for all teachers to get to know the students and in preparing to teach them. - Read the learner profile/passport to find out what strategies are suggested for the specific learner's needs -        The staff members in your SEND/INCLUSION department are there to help, so please contact them to see what help is available. Enjoy the summer holidays. Remember you cannot pour from an empty vessel so pour into yourself this summer. Consequently you will be in TIPTOP condition for autumn 2023.

Thank you, LinkedIn for making my dream come true💛💛 Two months of in-mails and asking for recommendations and possibilities to witness The Finnish Education system finally worked out. So grateful for kind people out here and to the universe for putting it all together magically 🌟 Do you know Finland consistently tops education rankings. Here’s what they do differently 💛 Focus on Play & Well-being: Kids learn best when they’re happy & engaged. Less stress, more play! 💛Support, Not Pressure: Early intervention & flexible learning styles ensure every child thrives. 💛Trust in Teachers: Highly trained educators empower students, not just test them. 💛Flexible Tiers of Support: Finland utilizes a tiered approach within mainstream classrooms. This means all students learn together, but those who need additional support receive it in varying degrees. There’s general support for all, followed by intensified support and special support for students with increasing individual needs. This flexibility allows most students with diverse learning styles to thrive in a shared environment. 💛Minimized Segregation: While Finland does have special schools for students with severe disabilities, the emphasis is on keeping students in mainstream classrooms with additional support. This promotes inclusion and allows most students to benefit from a more diverse learning environment. Teachers are equipped to identify and address a range of learning needs within the same classroom. #FinlandEd #LearnDifferently #EducationForAll #finnish #finnisheducation #finnisheducationsystem #schoolsinfinland #finland #visitfinland #visitrovaniemichristmas #visithelsinki #helsinki #helsinkiofficial #travelfinland #finnair #educationsystem #thankyou #linkedin

🌐🕊️ On today’s sixth International Day of Education under the theme "Learning for Lasting Peace," we reflect on the vital role education plays in fostering peace and development. #Education is a human right, a public good, and a public responsibility. At Haileybury Astana, we are committed to creating an environment that upholds peace through a variety of policies. Here are some of them: 1. Anti-Bullying Policy: Our commitment to providing a safe and secure learning environment ensures that every child feels safe, healthy, able to enjoy and achieve, and able to contribute to future economic well-being. We actively work to prevent acts of bullying, harassment, and aggression, following guidelines to identify and support children displaying unacceptable behavior. 2. Inclusion Policy: We adhere to the principle of inclusion, offering a broad, balanced curriculum that provides equal opportunities for all students, regardless of age, sex, race, background, religion, or disability. Our aim is to promote equality, remove barriers to access, and contribute to community cohesion, respecting the protected characteristics within the legal frameworks of Kazakh society. 3. Safeguarding and Student Voice Platform (Tootoot Ltd): Online Student Voice platform, Tootoot, serves as a safe space for students to anonymously report pastoral concerns. It enables early identification, preventative measures, and proactive staff responses. Students can use Tootoot to discuss incidents of bullying, cyberbullying, self-harm, domestic abuse, and mental health concerns. Education is transformative, empowering learners with knowledge, values, attitudes, and skills to become agents of peace. On this day, let's reaffirm our commitment to learning for lasting peace and building a world where education is a beacon of hope and unity. UNESCO #peace #unesco #internationaleducation

Read for Joy to Improve Literacy We often use reading for pleasure as a goal, but in Finland, the watchword in preschool education is "joy". Not just joy in reading, but joy in everyday play. In fact, the Finnish Education Board considers learning through play to be essential. Learning to read isn't a priority at kindergarten age (5 and 6 in Finland). If a child shows an interest in reading, they will be encouraged, but there are no targets to meet. No boxes for teachers to tick or forms to fill in. Will being playful or joyful about reading help children to love reading more? We think so! Stories are funny, silly, exciting, adventurous, scary, surprising, touching and doorways to different worlds. Only if we read them with joy can we pass on the joy of reading to the next generation. #education #learning #readforjoy

yes. so obvious