Second school term to begin next month
Preparations underway at Royal College Colombo for the reopening of the school. Similar preparations are underway at most schools due to the COVID-19 crisis. Pic by Indika Handuwala
More than 5000 Govt. schools could be closed down permanently
Among the total number of 10,194 Government schools in the island, at least 5,161 schools, have less than 200 students raising concerns of a decreasing number of students. This results in the closure of schools, a performance report from the National Audit Office revealed. Citing statistics from the Education Ministry, the report observed 101 schools [...]
Govt. should continue Rs. 5000 cash relief for families: UNICEF
The monthly 5000 rupee cash relief provided to families by the Sri Lankan government should be continued for the next six months in order to prevent further undernourishment of children, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said. In the report “Lives Upended: How COVID-19 threatens the futures of 600 million South Asian children’’ issued this [...]
Standard procedures not carried out against fraudulent principal, says CTU
The Education Ministry has given special privileges to a principal of a popular Colombo school despite allegations of irregularities in last year’s Grade One student admissions, the Ceylon Teachers Union said last week. Despite the principal being charged for 15 offences and a committee appointed to investigate the matter by the Education Service Commission (ESC), the [...]
Education Ministry awaits green light for infrared thermometers
The Education Ministry is waiting for a positive response from the Health Ministry to purchase infrared thermometers, as part of the plan to reopen schools next month. The Ministry’s consent had been sought amidst a controversy over the purchase of the infrared thermometers, as education sector trade unions and a medical union claimed they were [...]
EM seeks 15,000 graduates for education sector
The Education Ministry has requested the Election Commission to grant permission to recruit 15,000 graduates to the education sector. The request was made following a decision taken by the Election Commission, where no recruitments or training programmes will be conducted until the elections are held. Early this year appointment letters were issued to 42,919 graduates [...]
CB says Sri Lanka needs integrated policy reforms at all education levels
The Central Bank has made a series of recommendations to improve the country’s education system. Sri Lanka must now refocus the country’s education policies to align with economic development goals, to become globally competitive and therefore escape the middle income trap, the latest Central Bank report said. “In this regard, emphasis of the education system [...]
Why choose Wrexham Glyndwr University?
Situated in North-East Wales (UK), Wrexham Glyndwr University has its origins in the Wrexham School of Science and Art (WSSA), which was established in 1887. The University has been functioning under its present name -Wrexham Glyndwr University- since 2008. Although a relatively young University, Wrexham Glyndwr University has carved a niche for itself as an [...]
From UTS Insearch Sri Lanka to a career in IT
Students who are looking to take the next step in their education and have a passion for Information Technology are warmly invited to enrol this month at the new UTS Insearch Colombo campus to pursue their university plans. UTS Insearch Sri Lanka offers pathways to the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia’s number one young [...]
Stafford International School (SIS) students offered places in top ranked universities in the world
This year, many students of Stafford International School (SIS) have been offered places in top ranked universities in the world. Academic Director, Mr Suvin Wettimuny, speaking on behalf of the school stated, “We are proud of their achievements as they have consistently worked towards their goals pushing themselves beyond their comfort zone” All-rounder, Deputy Head Prefect [...]
Northshore International Campus rolls out various foundation programmes
Northshore International Campus, Sri Lanka’s state-of-the-art modern university, is enrolling students for its foundation programmes in Health Sciences, Engineering and Computer Sciences, all scheduled to commence on 23rd July 2020. These foundation programmes are designed to prepare students for its various undergraduate British degrees. The Foundation Programme for Health Sciences leads to degrees in Pharmacy, [...]
A New paradigm in Education at Wycherly International School Gampaha
As lockdown eases and schools prepare to reopen, it’s a good time to take stock and look at the likely future of education. Children who start school from now on, will grow up to be leaders in a digital-first world that will demand new skills and innovative ways of thinking. “We at Wycherley, stepped into online [...]
ANC offers the right Freshman Programme to transfer to a Top 30 Canadian University
Up to LKR 4.5 Mn Cost Saving n100% Academic Credit Transfer Work while studying n Apply for PR in Canada ANC’s partnership with the Top 30 Canadian University offers students a Value for Money degree program that guarantees your ANC Academic Credits are 100% transferable to the Top 30 Canadian University. Students can join [...]
SLIIT to organise milestone virtual orientation programme
Understanding that the safety and health of students, faculty and staff are its highest priority post Covid-19 outbreak, SLIIT is set to organise its first-ever virtual orientation programme for orientation students ensuring an experience that is personal and engaging marking the first chapter in their new academic life. The traditional SLIIT Orientation for new students [...]
Chemistry Quiz cancelled
Cancellation of the 23rd written chemistry quiz competition in schools jointly organized by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute and the Institute of Chemistry Ceylon.The above examination is conducted annually in Sri Lanka with the concurrence of the Ministry of Education, Sri Lanka. Due to the uncertainty of Covid-19 and the impact it will have on [...]
SLIM’s effort to uplift the service excellence in the country with CSM
Clearly, the global pandemic caused by the spread of the new corona virus (COVID-19) already has an impact on the world economy and the broader market. No industry or economy has been spared by the devastating effects of the pandemic. But the service sector has naturally taken the impact much harder than others due to [...]
“Make the rest of your life the best of your life”
JOIN THE JULY INTAKE & COMPLETE IN DECEMBER 2020. ANC Education, the leading transnational education provider in the country was smart and swift to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic right from the onset by introducing an “Intensive” model for all their Australian Diploma programs. The current pandemic situation did not disrupt any student who are currently [...]
Leading your business through the turbulent times of Coronavirus
If there is one thing consistent about business it’s the inconsistent dynamics of the environment. Who would have imagined even just a few months ago that large parts of the world would have severe travel restrictions, gatherings would be cancelled, entire cities and regions would be under lockdown and global supply chains would be significantly [...]
Meet the Dean of University of Wisconsin Parkside, USA
AIC Campus offers a unique opportunity for the first time in Sri Lanka for students and parents with a 100% degree assured pathway to study | live | work in USA. Often students and parents are misled with false information of American transfer and many ends up facing visa rejections without a proper pathway to [...]
Learn Gemmology to become a professional under Allied Gemmological Institute & Laboratory
Allied Gemmological Institute & Laboratory (AGIL) is the Accredited Centre in Sri Lanka, under ATC global network of Gem-A (the Gemmological Association of Great Britain) which was established in 1999 by Dayananda Dillimuni, a Consultant Gemmologist. This centre provides facilities for anyone who needs to study in gemmology leading to become an internationally accredited gemmologist. [...]
SIST breaks barriers to offer higher education opportunities under 1 million LKR in Sri Lanka
Spectrum Institute of Science & Technology (SIST), with the largest undergraduate facility in the heart of Colombo opened up opportunities for students to enroll into globally recognized undergraduate programs offered directly by the university – not through any diploma pathway. Students will receive their prized degree from the prestigiousLincoln University College, Malaysia. SIST will thus [...]
International Scholar presents Sri Lanka’s first ever Virtual Education Exhibition
COVID-19 has affected many facets of our lives, and international higher education options have not been spared. UK and Malaysia are still welcoming students while Canada and Australia are promoting online offerings, at least until they can coordinate effective quarantine processes for international students. Some Sri Lankan families will send their children overseas to study [...]