Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, stated that the words, ideas, and stories that reach a child’s mind during early childhood are powerful factors that influence the child’s future. The Minister expressed these views while participating in the event to present the book titled “Fiction Wonderland: A Comprehensive Guide to Creating…
The Science and Mathematics Branches of the Division of Educational Quality Development, under the Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, annually select students to participate in the International Mathematics and Science Olympiad (IMSO). The 2025 competition was held in Malaysia from October 5 to October 9, 2025. After conducting competitions at school, zonal,…
The Ministry of Education (MoE) has announced the official school term calendar for the year 2026, applicable to all Government and Government-approved private schools. Accordingly, the term calendar for Sinhala, Tamil, and Muslim schools is as follows: Sinhala and Tamil Schools First Term Second Term Third Term Muslim Schools First Term Second Term Third Term
In line with the new education reforms, the National Institute of Education (NIE) has commenced programs to brief principals of both national and provincial schools at the district level across all provinces. Many districts across the island have already been covered under this initiative. As part of its continuation, the program to inform principals in…
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Studying doesn’t always have to feel like a chore. Whether you’re preparing for exams or working on daily lessons, finding happiness while studying can make a big difference in your focus, motivation, and mental well-being. Here are seven simple yet powerful ways to bring more joy into your learning journey. 1. Set Goals That Inspire…
Sri Lanka has expanded its Suraksha student insurance scheme, offering enhanced medical and welfare benefits to millions of schoolchildren nationwide. The upgraded programme, implemented through a new agreement between the Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited and the Ministry of Education, provides increased financial protection for students in government, government-approved private, special needs, and pirivena…
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Sri Lanka this morning at 9:40 a.m. from Doha. He was welcomed at the Bandaranaike International Airport by Health Secretary Dr. Anil Jasinghe. Dr. Ghebreyesus will serve as the chief guest at the 78th South-East Asia Regional Health Summit, organized by the WHO, taking…
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has landed in Beijing, China today for an official visit to attend the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women 2025, upon the invitation of the Government of the People’s Republic of China. On her arrival, she was welcomed by Cao Shumin, the Minister of the National Radio and Television Administration, the…
Applications have opened for the Chinese Ambassador’s Scholarship Programme, the University of Ruhuna (UoR) announced. Undergraduates who have enrolled (1st year – 2nd semester, or 2nd year – 1st semester) at the university, and have a proven record of academic excellence, those pursuing a postgraduate degree (1st year) at the university and demonstrate outstanding academic…