Mexico, Saltillo
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The core subjects (English, Maths, and Science) are taught in English as part of a bilingual program. Throughout elementary and middle school, learning integrates concepts across subjects rather than treating them as discrete subjects. The SISU Program blends Finnish and American international educational practices to foster critical thinking and real-world problem solving. It is developed by experienced pedagogical experts and teachers with international experience.
Arts is integrated into cross-disciplinary study within the SISU Program. Learning emphasizes combining subjects and applying creativity to real-world phenomena. The approach places Arts on equal footing with other core subjects within projects and investigations.
SISU Saltillo offers a bilingual program with core subjects taught in English. SISU learners become global citizens by knowing who they are and by appreciating their roots and the heritage of others. The school fosters cultural awareness and appreciation of diverse backgrounds.
SISU Schools promote an entrepreneurial mindset and holistic growth. The SISU Program emphasizes balance of body, mind, and soul and develops a mindset to meet future challenges. Students are prepared for innovative, creative, and cognitive challenges that machines cannot perform.
Balance of Body, Mind, and Soul, along with hard work, is a core SISU principle. SISU students grow up to be balanced and hard-working adults who value well-being and a healthy lifestyle. The learning approach emphasizes physical and mental well-being as part of the overall education.
SISU Finnish School Saltillo is a Finnish-American international school in Saltillo, Mexico offering a K-12 experience through the SISU program. The school affiliates with Finland and operates a bespoke curriculum that blends Finnish and American practices, emphasizing five core areas and SISU skills to prepare students for life. The core subjects (English, Maths, Science) are taught in English within a bilingual program, and learning across elementary and middle grades emphasizes integrating phenomena across subjects, especially English, Mathematics and Science and Arts, rather than isolated subjects. The program fosters an entrepreneurial mindset and holistic growth, with a focus on real-world problem solving, critical thinking, and global citizenship. The Saltillo campus is a franchise of SISU School Cancún; owners bring 20 years of early childhood experience and dedication to wellbeing. Offered are SISU Kids (KG) and SISU Students (Elementary), with emphasis on arts integration, cultural awareness, and wellbeing, in a bilingual environment.