A father's vision becomes Sri Lanka's pioneering preschool
Founded in 2018 with a bold mission: to bring the world\'s best early childhood education to Sri Lanka - one child at a time.
2018
Established
Yasmin Mubarak
Yasmin Mubarak founded Finnish Preschool not as a business venture, but as a father's answer to a problem: the lack of truly child-centered early education in Sri Lanka.
After studying psychology and observing education systems worldwide, Yasmin partnered directly with Finnish education experts to bring their renowned methodology to Colombo. What began in 2018 with just 5 students - including his own two daughters - has grown into Sri Lanka\'s first dual-environment preschool with three unique campuses.
His mission remains clear: To prove that Sri Lankan children deserve - and can thrive in - the world\'s best early childhood approach, adapted thoughtfully for our culture with warmth and innovation.
" "When I see the bright eyes of a child excited to come to school each morning, I know all the effort has been worth it. We\'re not just running a preschool - we\'re nurturing the future of our nation, one child at a time.""
— Yasmin Mubarak, Founder
Our Vision
To be South Asia\'s leading Finnish-inspired preschool, where every child experiences the joy of childhood while building a strong foundation for lifelong learning and wellbeing.
Pioneering world-class early education in Sri Lanka
Setting new standards for child-centered learning
Building confident, curious, compassionate citizens
Our Mission
To provide an authentic Finnish early childhood experience that honors each child\'s unique journey, fosters natural curiosity, and develops the whole child through play, nature, and meaningful relationships.
Honor childhood without academic pressure
Create safe, nurturing learning environments
Partner with families in their child's development
Connect children deeply with nature
What We Stand For
These principles guide every decision we make and every interaction we have.
Child-Centered
Every decision begins with what's best for the child - not what's convenient for adults.
Play-Based
Play is not a break from learning. Play is learning. It's how children understand their world.
Holistic Growth
We nurture the whole child—social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development together.
Our Journey
The Beginning
Finnish Preschool opens at Park Road with 5 students, pioneering Finnish pedagogy in Sri Lanka.
Expansion
Opened second campus at One Galle Face, introducing extended daycare for working parents.
Nature Immersion
Launched Forest Preschool at Bolgoda Lake - Sri Lanka\'s first full nature-immersion early learning program.
Leading the Way
Three campuses serving families across Colombo with authentic Finnish early childhood education - the only one of its kind in Sri Lanka.