Finland

Finland ranks among the stronger performers in GEFRI, but still falls short of the target-readiness threshold. Its strongest results are in Governance (94, 99th percentile), GEFRI Composite (77, 97th percentile), Infrastructure (74, 95th percentile), Human Capital (73, 100th percentile) and Innovation (73, 94th percentile).

Uneven scores across dimensions show where readiness conditions are less aligned. High internet adoption enables broad participation in digital learning and innovation. Strong tertiary enrollment expands future talent pipelines and strengthens national innovation potential.

Strong R&D funding and a sizable research workforce keep the innovation pipeline active, supporting the system’s capacity to adapt. Policy and regulatory teams coordinate effectively, keeping reforms aligned and providing the stability needed for long-term educational planning. Girls outperform boys in secondary pathways, adding pressure to address male dropout risks.

Regionally, Finland leads most clearly in Governance, sitting well above the peer average.

Areas with room to grow: School Access and Gender Parity (71, 59th percentile). These dimensions sit close to global norms and could accelerate quickly with targeted investment.