Guiding learners towards excellence
Finnish Approach
The Finnish education concept is internationally acclaimed for its impressive track record in producing high-ranking student performance, while nurturing well-being for the whole learning community.
Finland International School (FIS) Thane creates an atmosphere where students can experience a continuous positive learning environment. The school recognizes each individual learner and the diversity of learners, then supports the learning process of each student.
Finnish education emphasizes cross-curricular themes and learning. Students do not study only subjects, but rather themes and phenomena. Versatile working methods give the students a joy of learning and experiences of success, while supporting creative activities characteristic of different age groups. The function of these working approaches is to develop social, learning, thinking, working, and problem-solving skills, and to foster active participation.
Students take responsibility for their own learning process, while the teacher’s role as a facilitator is important. Through trust in students, we can give more space and support the attainment of everyone’s personal learning goals. Motivation is also strengthened by working methods that support self-regulation and the feeling of being part of a group.
The Finnish system strongly believes in collaboration with the students’ families. There are several studies showing that the students coming from homes that work together with the school and show interest for education, perform much better socially and academically than their peers without this support.
Finland International School (FIS) Thane creates an atmosphere where students can experience a continuous positive learning environment. The school recognizes each individual learner and the diversity of learners, then supports the learning process of each student.
Finnish education emphasizes cross-curricular themes and learning. Students do not study only subjects, but rather themes and phenomena. Versatile working methods give the students a joy of learning and experiences of success, while supporting creative activities characteristic of different age groups. The function of these working approaches is to develop social, learning, thinking, working, and problem-solving skills, and to foster active participation.
Students take responsibility for their own learning process, while the teacher’s role as a facilitator is important. Through trust in students, we can give more space and support the attainment of everyone’s personal learning goals. Motivation is also strengthened by working methods that support self-regulation and the feeling of being part of a group.
The Finnish system strongly believes in collaboration with the students’ families. There are several studies showing that the students coming from homes that work together with the school and show interest for education, perform much better socially and academically than their peers without this support.
Food
Food forms an important part of students day at FIS Thane. Sharing snack and meal together is seen as part of learning. Both the National Educational Policy 2020 and the Finnish national core curriculum put specific importance on a shared school meal. “The health-related and social role of school meals, the objectives of nutritional education and learning of
manners as well as the recreational aspect of lunch breaks is taken into account when arranging school meals offered during the school day. Pupils have the opportunity to participate in planning and implementing school meals, which fosters involvement and community spirit.”
The School canteen offers pure vegetarian well balanced menu with unlimited servings.
The School canteen offers pure vegetarian well balanced menu with unlimited servings.
Swimming
At our school, swimming is more than just a recreational activity—it's an integral part of our holistic approach to education. By incorporating swimming into our curriculum, we aim to provide students with a unique learning experience that goes beyond the classroom. Swimming not only promotes physical fitness but also fosters essential life skills such as discipline, perseverance and teamwork. Through structured swimming lessons, students not only improve their swimming abilities but also learn water safety techniques and develop confidence in aquatic environments.
Woodcraft
Our curriculum integrates hands-on woodworking activities into the learning process. From enhancing motor skills and cognitive abilities to providing stress relief and promoting creativity, woodwork offers a dynamic learning experience that caters to diverse learning styles. Through practical application of academic concepts and engagement with different materials, students develop essential life skills and gain valuable insights into personal growth and achievement.