Fun in Finland
Since September, We have been involved in our Erasmus+ project called ‘Magic & Myths Unite Europe’ . All the partner schools have been very busy since the beginning of the project with activities such as designing logos, video projects and learning all about their native myths and legends. In November we travelled to Samsun in Turkey for the first project transnational meeting and more recently in February, we made our way to a snowy Finland for their second meeting. Teachers from all the partner countries ( Spain, Cyprus, Romania, Italy, Ireland and Greece) attended the meeting.
As Finland is widely recognised as having one of the best educational systems in the world this was a highly anticipated visit and lived up to its expectations. The first day started bright and early as teachers were invited into the host school (Ruununmyllyn Koulu) and encouraged to visit the Finnish classrooms. It was fascinating to see their different approaches to teaching subjects such as Technology, Textiles and Ice Hockey (P.E) as well as more traditional subjects such as Maths, English and Special Education. On Thursday the teachers were also invited to visit a Kindergarten set in the woods where they were treated to ‘Pulla’ a sweet cinnamon dough, cooked over a camp fire. It really was a very memorable moment.
Later that evening the ‘Magic & Myths Unite Europe Movie Night’ was held in the Finnish school. This was attended by all the visiting teachers, parents and pupils. Each partner country produced their own short version of a myth or legend from their own country to be played at this movie night. Some of these movies are uploaded to our website on the page 'Our Mythical Movies'.
On the second day of their trip, following more job shadowing, meetings and classes, the teachers set off for a very chilly adventure. They were driven to the very scenic Ahveniston for a spot of ice swimming! Only some of the teachers were brave enough to jump into the freezing waters, while others relaxed in the sauna. The day concluded with a very special feast including traditional dishes such as beaver and elk!
The final day of the trip was a very relaxing day, with a guided visit to Häme Castle. This medieval castle dating from the 13th century was both interesting and beautiful. It was a great way to conclude a very educational and worthwhile trip. Everybody is really looking forward to the next project meeting in Spain in April. Please have a look at the photographs in our galleries below!!
As Finland is widely recognised as having one of the best educational systems in the world this was a highly anticipated visit and lived up to its expectations. The first day started bright and early as teachers were invited into the host school (Ruununmyllyn Koulu) and encouraged to visit the Finnish classrooms. It was fascinating to see their different approaches to teaching subjects such as Technology, Textiles and Ice Hockey (P.E) as well as more traditional subjects such as Maths, English and Special Education. On Thursday the teachers were also invited to visit a Kindergarten set in the woods where they were treated to ‘Pulla’ a sweet cinnamon dough, cooked over a camp fire. It really was a very memorable moment.
Later that evening the ‘Magic & Myths Unite Europe Movie Night’ was held in the Finnish school. This was attended by all the visiting teachers, parents and pupils. Each partner country produced their own short version of a myth or legend from their own country to be played at this movie night. Some of these movies are uploaded to our website on the page 'Our Mythical Movies'.
On the second day of their trip, following more job shadowing, meetings and classes, the teachers set off for a very chilly adventure. They were driven to the very scenic Ahveniston for a spot of ice swimming! Only some of the teachers were brave enough to jump into the freezing waters, while others relaxed in the sauna. The day concluded with a very special feast including traditional dishes such as beaver and elk!
The final day of the trip was a very relaxing day, with a guided visit to Häme Castle. This medieval castle dating from the 13th century was both interesting and beautiful. It was a great way to conclude a very educational and worthwhile trip. Everybody is really looking forward to the next project meeting in Spain in April. Please have a look at the photographs in our galleries below!!