Tutustu oppilaisiimme

Olisitko valmis toivottamaan vaihto-oppilaan tervetulleeksi kotiisi tai tunnetko jonkun muun asiasta kiinnostuneen? Haluaisitko päästä tutustumaan uuteen kulttuurin ja saada elinikäisen ystävän? Etsimme omistautuneita isäntäperheitä ottamaan vastaan Suomeen eri maailmankolkista saapuvia vaihto-oppilaita. Ilmoita täällä meille kiinnostuksestasi ryhtyä isäntäperheeksi. Ilmoitus ei luonnollisestikaan sido sinua mihinkään.

Joka vuosi Suomeen saapuu oppilaita ympäri maailman. Isäntäperheenä saatte tietenkin valita, kenet nuorista toivotatte tervetulleeksi kotiinne, joten lue lisää ja tutustu vaihto-oppilaisiimme nähdäksesi, sopisiko joku heistä hyvin juuri teidän perheeseenne!

Ilmoittaudu myös infotapaamiseemme, jossa kerromme lisää isäntäperheenä toimimisesta. Lisäksi voit lukea meiltä usein kysyttyjä kysymyksiä ja aiempien isäntäperheiden kokemuksia vaihto-oppilaasta kodissaan.

Toby from New Zealand

Year of birth: 2008​
Home country: New Zealand ​
Exchange country: Finland ​
Languages: English ​
Period of stay: August 2025 – June 2026 ​
Video presentation: Toby introductory video

Who is Toby?​
Toby is a high school student from Whitianga, a small coastal town in New Zealand. He comes from a hard-working family, including his father, a builder, and his mother, who runs her own cleaning business. Toby has a strong interest in military history and fishing, which he enjoys doing with his family. He also participates in a beekeeping course and a school project building an aircraft. He enjoys subjects like history and metal work and has a deep interest in photography.

Why does Toby want to do an exchange?​
Toby wants to do an exchange in Finland because he is excited to experience a completely different environment, from the climate and landscape to the language and history. He is particularly interested in the Finnish education system, which he finds intriguing due to its unique approach with fewer school hours and high academic quality. Toby is eager to immerse himself in Finnish culture and make new, long-lasting connections with people and places. He looks forward to exploring the differences and similarities between New Zealand and Finland during his stay.​

Greetings from Toby:​
"I am really looking forward to meeting you!"

Chih-Yu (Ashley)

Year of birth: 2007​
Home country: Taiwan​
Exchange country: Finland​
Languages: English
Period of stay: August 2025 – June 2026 ​
Video presentation: Chih-yu introductory video

Who is Chih-Yu?​
Chih-Yu is a 17-year-old outgoing girl from Taichung City. She comes from a close-knit family and lives with her mom, dad and sister. She likes music, to be active and plays many sports such as swimming, badminton and table tennis. As a person, she is friendly and supportive and enjoys helping out people around her. ​
She even participates in her school’s badminton and table tennis competitions. She’s passionate about playing piano, which she sees as a way to express her creativity. During her exchange year she would love to try out winter sport as she’s always been fascinated by it.

Why does Chih-Yu want to do an exchange?​
Chih-Yu wants to live in Finland and attend a Finnish school since she’s been very intrigued by Finland’s nature, landscape, and the excellent school system. She hopes to get a chance to experience the Northern Lights and to learn more about the Finnish culture and traditions.​

Greetings from Chih-Yu:​
"I am truly excited about this opportunity to live with you and experience life in your country. I am looking forward to meeting wonderful memories together and building a meaningful connection​
Sincerely,​
Ashley"

Hao-An

Year of birth: 2009​
Home country: Taiwan​
Exchange country: Finland ​
Languages: English, Taiwanese
Period of stay: August 2025 – June 2026 ​
Video presentation: Hao-an introductory video

Who is Hao-An?​
Hao-An is a positive, curious, and driven 15-year-old from Taipei City. Those who know him describe him as thoughtful, active, and adaptable – someone who enjoys pushing his limits while staying kind and grounded.​
At home, Hao-An lives with his mom, dad, and twin brother. They enjoy spending time outdoors together, often going on hikes and exploring nature. Growing up in a supportive family has shaped him into a confident and respectful person who values learning from others.​

Why does Hao-An want to go on exchange?​
For Hao-An, an exchange is a chance to broaden his horizons, meet new people, and experience life from a different perspective. He’s especially curious to see how Finland’s unique education system might inspire him and help him discover the path he wants to follow in the future.​
He’s also excited to experience Finland’s beautiful landscapes and see what everyday life is like in a completely new environment.​

A message from Hao-An:​
"Thank you for welcoming me into your family. I’m truly grateful for this opportunity and excited to share this experience with you."

Kean from Denmark

Year of birth: 2009​
Home country: Denmark (Greenland)​
Exchange country: Finland ​
Languages: Danish, English, Inuit​
Period of stay: August 2025 – June 2026 ​
Video presentation: Kean introductory video

Who is Kean?​
Kean is a 15-years old, quiet and thoughtful young person from Greenland, who enjoys spending time with his family, including his parents and older sibling. While he may be shy at first, he quickly becomes comfortable around new people. In his free time, Kean enjoys hiking, playing video games, and spending time with friends. He also has a passion for music and plays both the electric guitar and bass guitar.​

Why does Kean want to go on exchange?​
Kean is eager to experience life in Finland, a country known for its excellent education system and welcoming people. He has heard many great things about Finland, not just about its schools but also its culture and quality of life. The fact, that Finland is ranked as the world's happiest country, also excites him! He also sees this exchange as a chance to grow personally by stepping outside his comfort zone.​

A message from Kean​:
"I am really looking forward to meeting my host family and to get the chance to explore the Finnish way of life, make new friends, and see the country’s natural beauty."

Mika from Germany

Year of birth: 2009​
Home country: Germany ​
Exchange country: Finland ​
Languages: German, English, French ​
Period of stay: August 2025 – June 2026 ​
Video presentation: Mikas Introductory video

Who is Mika?​
Mika is a 15-year-old from Berlin, Germany, who comes from an active and close-knit family. He enjoys a variety of hobbies, especially playing salibandy (floorball), which he has been passionate about since he was four years old. Mika is an energetic and curious person, and he loves spending time outdoors with his family. Mikas friends would describe him open-minded, reliable and pretty funny.​

Why does Mika want to go on exchange?​
Mika has a deep love for salibandy, and he sees Finland – the home of world champion teams – as the perfect place to improve his skills. He would really love to continue with his hobby while on exhange in Finland. He’s excited to experience Finnish culture, meet new people, and explore the beautiful landscapes he has heard so much about. Mika is eager to learn Finnish, improve his English, and become more independent and confident through this exchange year. ​

A message from Mika​:
"I am really excited to come to Finland, meet you, and become a part of your community!"