In this episode, Susie Beghin interviews Anu Guttorm, the owner of Moomin Language School, to explore the unique aspects of Finland's early childhood education system. They discuss the importance of emotional learning, the role of play in education, and the innovative approach of language immersion. Anu shares insights into how Finnish educators prioritize social skills and emotional development over academic skills in early childhood, and how her school utilizes digital tools to facilitate language learning. The conversation highlights the significance of nurturing curiosity and creativity in young learners, as well as the potential for technology to enhance educational experiences.Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Early Childhood Education in Finland

03:26 Approach to Early Childhood Education in Finland

07:30 Structure of the Day in Finnish Early Childhood Education

10:00 Emotional Learning and Social Skills in Finnish Education

11:22 The Importance of Free Play and Child-Led Learning

14:15 Digital Language Immersion: A Unique Approach to Learning

22:40 Future of Language Learning and Technology in Education

25:10 Susie’s Reflection on Today’s topic

About Our Guest

Anu Guttorm is the founder and CEO of Moomin Language School, where they blend Finnish education principles with safe, innovative technology. Through stories and play, they help children and educators discover the joy of language — and prepare young learners for meaningful connections in the future.www.moominls.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/anuguttorm/