HEI Schools, leading education company in Finland for blending Finnish pedagogy with a global acclaimed standards, has officially partnered with Qridi, creators of the Qridi Core platform, to enhance International Baccalaureate (IB) teaching and learning experiences for HEI Schools' K12 programs.
This partnership allows HEI Schools K12 operators to seamlessly integrate Qridi Core into their curriculum, empowering educators with advanced tools to manage curriculum planning, assessments, and progress tracking while fostering student-centered learning. The Qridi Core platform is specifically designed for schools adopting the IB framework, offering an affordable and innovative solution to streamline educational workflows and enhance teaching quality.
"The collaboration aims to strengthen education at HEI Schools K12 centers by equipping teachers with advanced tools and actionable data insights," said Karoliina Nygren, Director of Pedagogy and Curriculum at HEI Schools head office. "Qridi Core is the perfect partner to enrich our approach of combining Finnish pedagogy with the IB curriculum."
Pilot Launch in 2025
Photo: HEI Schools Phuket view from above 2024
The implementation of Qridi Core began at HEI Schools K12 Phuket in January 2025. This pilot will provide key insights and opportunities to further enhance the innovative blend of Finnish and IB teaching methodologies. Teachers and students alike will benefit from Qridi Core’s real-time analytics, tailored content, and tools designed to enhance personalized learning and student agency.
What Qridi Core Brings to HEI Schools K12 center
- Comprehensive Learning Management: Educators can seamlessly manage curriculum mapping, student assessments, and progress tracking on a single platform.
- Enhanced Collaboration: Qridi Core provides tools to improve communication and coordination among teachers, students, and parents.
- Data-Driven Insights: Powerful real-time analytics enable educators to gain deeper understanding of student learning outcomes and areas for improvement.
- Support for IB Authorization: The platform simplifies the IB authorization and re-authorization process, providing tools and evidence needed for compliance.
“This partnership creates an extraordinary opportunity to redefine how IB teaching is delivered,” said Juhani Katajamäki, Director of International Projects at Qridi. “By integrating Qridi Core into the HEI Schools K12 model, we can support educators with tools that both simplify the teaching process and empower students to take ownership of their learning.”
"Qridi's innovative technology makes the challenge of coherent IB implementation manageable," says Christine Orkisz Lang, educational consultant to Qridi, author of the original PYP and former international school principal.
Photo: HEI Schools Phuket's early years classroom
About HEI Schools
HEI Schools (Helsinki International Schools) provides a globally recognized K12 concept developed in Finland. Combining Finnish roots with global perspectives, HEI Schools fosters academic excellence and well-being through a holistic, innovative approach. HEI Schools aims to inspire a lifelong passion for learning worldwide.
About Qridi
Qridi is an edtech innovator specializing in solutions for IB schools focused on improving learning and teaching. The Qridi Core platform offers a streamlined, user-friendly experience for educators, helping schools manage curriculum planning, assessments, and student progress while enhancing collaboration and engagement. For more information, visit https://qridicore.qridi.com/.
