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HEI Schools® concepts (early years level only or full K12) are designed to make forward-thinking holistic education available to school operators. Our approach and concepts are implemented in all around the world and proven to not only transform the lives of students, but positively impact the entire school community. 

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What our partners say about us

Permkiat Ketkul (3)

I was looking for a curriculum that can make a positive impact to the local community. After learning more about HEI Schools, I feel confident this is great choice for us.

Mr. Permkiat Ketkul, a highly experienced school owner for one of the largest private school companies in Thailand.

Read more about the success stories of other school owners like Mr. Ketkul around the world

No matter your experience, we support you at every step

Our unique concept offers an easy start for operators and school owners to open a kindergarten/k12 school of their dreams.

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HEI Schools Brand

When you license the HEI Schools concept, you also get the rights to use HEI Schools brand. We provide the HEI Schools operators with detailed brand guidelines for using the HEI Schools brand. 

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HEI Curriculum

The HEI Curriculum is inspired by Finnish early education guidelines with an emphasis on play and inquiry-based learning.  HEI Curriculum includes everything from age-specific learning objectives to monthly themes, lesson plans designed by Finnish teachers, tutorial videos, and printable materials.  Our Curriculum is researched-based and designed together with our co-founder, Professor Lipponen, from the University of Helsinki.  Updating the curriculum based on the latest research and future needs is close to our hearts.  We strive to provide the world's best early education curriculum!

Learn more about the HEI Curriculum
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HEI Teacher Training

Training the teachers is a core part of the Learning Center concept. The training happens in three phases: 1) Local training for the entire teaching staff 2) Mentoring and co-teaching  by a Finnish teacher at the local HEI Schools kindergarten 3) Ongoing teacher training on HEI Schools digital curriculum platform.

Learn more about the Finnish style of teacher training
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HEI Space Design

A well-designed learning environment supporting the HEI curriculum and pedagogy is one of the key elements of HEI Schools concept.  Our space design concept is based on research and it is designed to optimize children's learning and well-being. Natural materials and harmonious colors are proven to reduce children's stress. It is easy to implement everywhere and it makes you stand out in the local market. 

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HEI Support

The ongoing support from the HEI Schools HQ team includes project consultancy support in the set-up phase, monthly pedagogical support to principal and lead teachers and marketing support for reaching your enrolment targets. We also provide you an extensive marketing kit with ready-made marketing assets. 

We conduct an annual quality assurance together with your team and work in cooperation with you to ensure the development areas are tackled. 

Our bi-monthly Partner Talks offer plenty peer-to-peer learning opportunities, as well as our other community events and 1:1 sessions with other operators or principals.

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HEI Community

HEI Community consists of passionate educators implementing Finnish early education around the world.  You will have a chance to interact and learn from other HEI Schools partners in multiple different ways. Children at HEI Schools also greet and meet with each other through HEI Connect monthly!

Open your dream school in 10 simple steps—with our support

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*Please note: This is a standard HEI Schools launch project. Some steps may change to fit your specific needs.

To get started, please book a free consultation call with our team

Let's review your plan and return on investment (ROI) expectations together!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can the HEI Curriculum be localised?

The HEI Curriculum is a play-based, phenomena-based curriculum that is built on monthly themes and activities that follow that theme. It is based on the Finnish National Early Education Curriculum, but designed to be implemented globally and built to include local customs and traditions.

 The HEI Curriculum provides learning objectives for different age groups and those learning objectives can be matched with the local learning objectives.

As many of our kindergartens are based in APAC, we offer as part of the Curriculum a Pre-Primary Package that allows students to reach the level required by many international schools in Asia.

 

How does the HEI Schools model prepare children for their future learning?

At HEI Schools, children learn all the same academic skills as elsewhere, but with better, researched-proven methods. In addition, the HEI Curriculum, like the Finnish National Core Curriculum, focuses on transversal skills, also called as the 21st Century Skills, which refer to a broad set of knowledge, skills, work habits, and character traits. Children learn to connect their knowledge throughout different subject areas and they acquire skills like communication, collaboration and multi-literacy. These competencies also contribute to children's sense of identity, participation and agency and prepare them for the future. 

Are HEI Schools usually international or bi-lingual kindergartens?

HEI Schools around the world are either full international kindergartens or bilingual kindergartens. The HEI model is built to be implemented with local teachers and the partner can then choose to hire native English speaking educators to offer a full international kindergarten experience. As part of the HEI Schools Early Years concept, HEI Schools provides a mentor teacher to co-teach with the local team when the kindergarten opens. 

Does HEI Schools provide help with marketing?

Yes, when you license the HEI Schools Learning Center concept, you will receive an extensive marketing kit that includes a website template, social media templates,  ready-made brochures, business cards, posters and other promotional materials. Furthermore, our marketing coordinator will hold regular calls with your marketing team to ensure that you have all the tools you need for successful marketing.

What is the HEI Schools Community?

HEI Schools connects its partners around the world in many ways. All HEI Schools centers use HEI Schools Hub, a digital curriculum platform that includes all curriculum and ongoing training materials and that allows HEI Schools teachers to connect with each other. Partners also meet during Management Training and other community events. HEI Schools also creates many ways for partners to learn from each other and share best practises.

To learn more about the other operators of HEI Schools around the world, check out our case studies! 

Why is space design an important feauture of HEI Schools concept?

HEI Schools has been awarded for excellence in design. Design is not only about beauty, but it has a crucial role in implementing our pedagogical approach and creating the overall experience for children, educators and families. The HEI Space Design is based on research and designed to optimise children's learning and wellbeing. The HEI Learning Environment and Learning Aids are designed to work together with the HEI Curriculum.