Pohjoispuiston koulu in Hyvinkää embraces cultural diversity and global education as integral parts of its educational approach. With a significant number of students from immigrant backgrounds, the school views cultural diversity as a strength and actively promotes international awareness through various programs and initiatives.Peda.net+4Peda.net+4Peda.net+4

 Global Citizenship School

Since autumn 2023, Pohjoispuiston koulu has been part of the "Maailmankansalaisen koulu" (Global Citizenship School) network organized by Taksvärkki ry. This initiative aims to enhance students' understanding of global issues and encourage responsible global citizenship. Activities include virtual meetings with students from other schools, participation in seminars, and involvement in workshops and training sessions focused on global education themes such as human interaction, critical awareness, and youth participation. Peda.net+4Peda.net+4Taksvärkki ry+4

 International Course

Offered as an elective, the international course covers themes like ethics, international responsibility, tolerance, and global awareness. Students engage in projects that develop cultural competence, communication, and expression skills. The course includes interactions with guests from various organizations and cultures, field trips, culinary projects exploring international cuisines, multimedia presentations, and correspondence with partner schools, such as the ongoing letter exchange with students from Réunion Island since spring 2023. Peda.net

DECI – Discover European Cultural Identity

The DECI project (December 2023 – April 2025) provides students with opportunities to explore European cultural identities. The first trip under this project took students to Réunion Island in spring 2023, and another group traveled to Macedonia, fostering cross-cultural understanding and experiences.Peda.net+2Peda.net+2Peda.net+2Peda.net+1Hyvinkään kaupunki+1

Think Global, Act Local Club

This club encourages students to engage with global issues through local actions. Activities may include community projects, environmental initiatives, and cultural events that connect global themes with the local context.

Collaboration with Chinese Schools

Pohjoispuiston koulu maintains partnerships with schools in China, facilitating cultural exchanges and mutual learning experiences. These collaborations may involve student and teacher exchanges, joint projects, and shared educational practices.Hyvinkään kaupunki+4Peda.net+4Peda.net+4

 Other International Activities

The school participates in various other international endeavors, including hosting international guests, engaging in global projects, and celebrating cultural diversity through events and activities that enrich the school community's global perspective.

For more information, visit the school's international activities page: https://peda.net/hyvinkaa/peruskoulut/pk7/kansainvalisyys-koulussamme 

Contact information: 

Katja Venäläinen

teacher in home economics
telephone number: +358 19 459 2390
e-mail: katja.venalainen@edu.hyvinkaa.fi

Kirsi Peltomäki

Special educational teacher 
telephone numeber: +358405242089
e-mail: kirsi.peltomaki@edu.hyvinkaa.fi