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.

Melua from Denmark

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

Who is Melua?​
Melua is a 15-year-old girl from Denmark who has a cheerful personality and loves to create a positive atmosphere around her. She enjoys talking, being active, and participating in various sports, especially football, which she is passionate about. Melua is also an animal lover, having had hamsters, a rabbit, and currently spending time with horses and cats at her father's place. She dreams of becoming a veterinarian or pet sitter. Melua lives mostly with her mother and younger brother, but she also spends time with her father and his family. She enjoys spending her free time drawing, sewing, and playing football with her siblings. At school, she is sociable, helps with group assignments, and loves meeting new people.​

Why does Melua want to do an exchange?​
Melua wants to do an exchange to experience life in a new country, away from Denmark. She is excited about the opportunity to learn Finnish, explore Finnish culture, and experience the country’s famous cold winters. She chose Finland because it offers a unique experience that many others don’t choose, like Spain or the United States. Melua is eager to immerse herself in Finnish nature, meet new people, and adapt to a different lifestyle. This exchange will be a big step for her, and she’s grateful for the chance to spend 10 months abroad. Melua looks forward to making new friends, embracing the Finnish way of life, and creating lasting memories during her stay.​

Greetings from Melua:​
"I can´t wait to meet you!"

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: Coming soon

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, military vehicles, firearms, and fishing, which he enjoys with his family. He also participates in a beekeeping course and a school project building an aircraft. Toby is passionate about pursuing a career in the military, particularly as a pilot or tank commander. 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!"

Lucia from Slovakia

Year of birth: 2008​
Home country: Slovakia​
Languages: Slovak, English, German ​
Period of stay: August 2025 – June 2026​
Video presentation: Lucia Introductory video

Who is Lucia?​
Lucia is a 15-year-old student from Bratislava, Slovakia, who loves outdoor activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and playing floorball. She’s a big fan of Formula 1 and ice hockey and has been playing the piano for four years. Lucia enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her parents and two older sisters. Her family is very active, and they often engage in sports like hiking, cycling, and swimming. Lucia has lived in various countries, including Cyprus and Canada, and currently resides in Slovakia with her mother and their dog, Aira.​

Why does Lucia want to do an exchange?​
Lucia wants to do an exchange in Finland to experience the country’s culture and winters. She fell in love with Finland after visiting during the 2022 World Hockey Championship and has since started learning Finnish. Lucia is excited about the opportunity to study in Finland for a year, believing it will bring her closer to her dream of returning for college one day. She is eager to immerse herself in the Finnish way of life and make the most of this exciting experience.​

Greetings from Lucia: ​
"Thank you - my future host family - for giving me this opportunity. I’m really looking forward to it. I’m very excited!"

Haru from Japan

Year of birth: 2008​
Home country: Japan​
Languages: Japanese, English​
Period of stay: August 2025 – June 2026​
Video presentation: Haru introductory

Who is Haru?​
Haru is a high school student in 10th grade from Japan. She is an outgoing person who enjoys talking with others and is passionate about dancing, especially pop music. Haru has a strong background in ballet, having practiced for 8 years and participated in performances like "The Nutcracker" and "Sleeping Beauty." She is also involved in her school’s English course and participates in a school skit, where she is part of the dance team. Haru lives with her supportive parents and a younger brother, with whom she enjoys spending time.​

Why does Haru want to do an exchange?​
Haru wants to do an exchange in Finland to experience its beautiful nature and immerse herself in Finnish culture, especially the sauna tradition. She is excited about making jam with her host family, particularly with Finnish blueberries. Additionally, Haru is curious about the Finnish way of life, as Finland is known as “the happiest country in the world.” She hopes to learn what makes Finnish people happy and values the opportunity to make new friends and communicate with others during her stay.​

Greetings from Haru:​
"I am really looking forward to meeting you in Finland.​
Kind regards,​
Haru"