# Helsinki International Schools Group

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/helsinki-international-schools-group

- Industry: Education/Training
- Headquarters: Helsinki, Finland
- Website: www.heischools.com
- Total disclosed funding: $2.4M
- Latest round: Series A (Apr 13, 2021)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Helsinki International Schools Group Oy, based in Finland, specializes in delivering a research-based educational model inspired by the Finnish education system, enhancing early education through innovative curriculum and training solutions.Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Helsinki International Schools Group Oy focuses on providing a quality educational framework for early learning. The company has successfully completed 2 funding deals with their most recent investment of EUR 2 million secured on April 13, 2021, during a Series A funding round led by Finnish Industry Investment and Practica Capital. The founders include Anne Rusanen, Lasse Lipponen, Milla Kokko, and Pilvi Torsti, with Milla Kokko currently serving as CEO.HEI Schools specializes in providing a research-based educational model inspired by Finland's renowned education system. Their core offerings include the Toolkit Curriculum, which is holistic and play-based, designed to foster cognitive and soft skills necessary for children's future success. Additionally, HEI Schools offers training programs for educators and school principals to effectively implement this curriculum, ensuring a consistent application of their pedagogical approach. The company serves a diverse client base, including early education and school operators across over 50 countries, with a presence in regions such as China, Australia, South Africa, and Argentina. By collaborating with educational institutions, HEI Schools aims to uplift the quality of early education globally, addressing the need for holistic child development in various educational environments.In 2023, HEI Schools generated a revenue of EUR 2,199,619.50 with an EBITDA of EUR 395,416.50. The company operates on a B2B model, facilitating transactions that involve the licensing of their curriculum and educational resources to institutions. Pricing structures may include fees associated with curriculum implementation, educator training, and ongoing support services, designed to provide educational institutions a competitive edge by integrating Finland's educational principles into their programs.Following the EUR 2 million funding raised in April 2021, Helsinki International Schools Group Oy plans to further accelerate its digital offerings of curriculum programs and teacher training to provide its services globally. The company aims to expand into new markets and geographic regions, although specific targets have not been publicly disclosed. Milla Kokko will continue to lead the company as CEO, overseeing these growth initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Apr 13, 2021, $2.4M — Finnish Industry Investment, Practica Capital

## Investors

- Finnish Industry Investment — Series A
- Practica Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/practica-capital) — Series A