Welcome aboard: Flowers for new students
Admission of Grade 6 students to the Saliyawewa Model National School in the Puttalam District took place this week. School principal Amila Dissanayake, teachers and parents organised an event to welcome the students. Here a student from the school welcomes a fresher. Pic by Jayaratna Wickremaarachchi
Education Ministry to introduce school boards
A new system of introducing school boards aimed at improving administration in all State-run schools will be introduced soon, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha told Education Times. The zonal education director will head the school board which will include one Sri Lanka Education Administrative Service (SLEAS) officer, 10 directors in charge of various divisions, and other [...]
Heavy load on children: Steps to reduce weight of school bags
The Education Ministry has announced measures to mitigate the health risks that hefty textbooks and school bags pose to children. Carrying heavy school bags has been linked to spinal damage, the Health Ministry has pointed out. To lessen the weight of school bags, plans have been made to print selected school textbooks in batches. Additionally, [...]
JICA, J’Pura Uni collaborate on trash management
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is helping address Sri Lanka’s challenges with plastic trash management. JICA collaborated with the University of Sri Jayewardenepura’s Faculty of Applied Sciences, which has a Polymer Science department providing insight into the nation’s existing plastic waste management situation. JICA carried out a survey as part of its ‘Project for [...]
Best Option to Study computer science at MSI, Colombo
In this rapidly developing technological world, we live in, it is important to consider the demand for job opportunities and world-recognised higher education institutions that provide quality education to students. Further, every decision you make has a major impact on your future – and it is important that you choose the right education partner and [...]
APIIT Law School Celebrates Outstanding Graduates
On 27th February 2024, APIIT Law School marked a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to academic excellence and the shaping of future leaders in the legal arena. The institution proudly hosted a ceremony, felicitating its alumni who were called to the Bar in the year 2023. The ceremony was graced by the presence of [...]
SRI LANKA’S BIGGEST EDUCATION FAIR IN – Meet 69 premier institutions from CANADA| USA | UK | IRELAND
8th March | 11.00 am | Grand Kandyan Hotel, Kandy 9th March | 11.00 am | Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo. Mark your calendars for the most significant education event in Sri Lanka! IDP Education, the world leader in international education student placement, is hosting Sri Lanka’s largest Canada, USA, UK and Ireland Study Abroad [...]
Why Study in Australia
In a recent interview with the Sunday Times, Ms. Chanaka Palihakkara, the Managing Director of ACH Education, explained the importance of Australia as a prime study destination for Sri Lankan students. Her remarks were made during her business trip from Australia to Kandy, where she inaugurated the newest Premier Branch at Kandy City Centre. With [...]
‘The Deadline’ Talent Fair: Showcasing Academic Excellence at NCHS
The curtains have closed on ‘The Deadline’ Talent Fair, leaving behind a resounding success at Nawaloka College of Higher Studies (NCHS). Renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, NCHS hosted this eagerly anticipated event, showcasing the talents of its students. A celebration of innovation, creativity, and academic achievement Established with a vision [...]
Gateway hosts Inter-School Robotics Competition and STEAM Activity Day
The STEAM Activity Day and Robotics Competition served as an exploration platform to over 500 children, as they eagerly engaged in many fun activities which triggered their curiosity, creativity and innovative thinking capabilities. Activities in Drama, Story Telling, Arts & Crafts, Language, Robotics, STEM and Coding; introduced the challenging subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art [...]
Explore education opportunities in India at the ‘Study in India Expo 2024’ in Colombo and Kandy
The 3rd consecutive edition of ‘Study in India Expo’ - one of the largest Indian education expo in the world brings together 35+ most prestigious Government Institutions, highly ranked private universities and legendary international boarding schools in Colombo and Kandy in March 2024 offering a comprehensive platform for Sri Lankan students to choose array of education opportunities right from K12 to higher education in India. The expo aims to act as [...]
Second International Conference on Frontiers in Chemical Technology
The Institute of Chemistry Ceylon proudly presents the Second International Conference on Frontiers in Chemical Technology (FCT-2) endorsed by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) and the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC). This prestigious conference will be held from June 20-22, 2024, at the Marino Beach Hotel in Colombo. It is the [...]
Introducing the New Kindergarten at Royal Institute International School in Havelock Town
Established in 1971 by Mr. G.T. Bandara in Havelock Town, Royal Institute International School has grown its presence, adding locations in Nugegoda (1993), Maharagama (2005), Maya Avenue (2008), and Gampaha (2013). While every branch has accommodated a kindergarten, the main branch has been exclusively devoted to primary and higher education. Nonetheless, the anticipation has finally [...]