Kolin Peter

From Storybooks to the Stage: The Magical World of Cinderella Comes Alive at Lionel Wendt

Dreams, courage, kindness and a little bit of magic are set to light up the stage as Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella – Youth Edition comes to life at the Lionel Wendt Theatre this January. Presented by Asian International School, Colombo, this enchanting musical promises to transport young audiences into a world where hope shines brighter From Storybooks to the Stage: The Magical World of Cinderella Comes Alive at Lionel Wendt

Uva Province schools to close at 11.30 am today

It has been decided to close all schools in the Uva Province at 11:30 am today (09 Jan), due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions.  The Uva Provincial Director of Education stated that, as such, all 892 schools will be closed. It was further said that, depending on the situation, full authority has been vested Uva Province schools to close at 11.30 am today

Controversial Grade 6 English lesson removed : PM

Prime Minister and Education Minister Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament that the controversial Grade 6 English module has been removed following a recommendation by the academic advisory board of the National Institute of Education (NIE). “Given the controversy and our assessment also that it is inappropriate, immediately after this came to our knowledge, this particular module Controversial Grade 6 English lesson removed : PM

“Grade 6 English module has not reached students : PM Harini

Education Minister Harini Amarasuriya informed Parliament that the controversial Grade 6 English module, which was withdrawn following the admission of a serious blunder, has not yet reached schoolchildren, and that an immediate investigation was launched as soon as authorities were made aware of the issue. The Prime Minister said the distribution of the module was “Grade 6 English module has not reached students : PM Harini

Gateway College Celebrates Outstanding SACE International Results, Showcasing Academic Excellence and Holistic Achievement

The release of the SACE International results on 15 December 2025 marked a moment of celebration across the global SACE community and a particularly proud milestone for Gateway College Colombo. Within a highly competitive international landscape, Gateway’s Class of 2025 delivered results that reflect determination, balance, and a steadfast commitment to holistic education. The top Gateway College Celebrates Outstanding SACE International Results, Showcasing Academic Excellence and Holistic Achievement

Gateway’s Dhanuka Shines at the YMBA Light of Asia Centenary Celebration

Gateway College Colombo proudly celebrates an extraordinary achievement at the Centenary Celebration of the Light of Asia Competition, held on 6 December 2025. Dhanuka Wijegoonaratne emerged as the Winner of the Junior Boys Category, captivating the judges with his exceptional eloquence, clarity of expression, and deep understanding of the selected extract. In commemoration of the Gateway’s Dhanuka Shines at the YMBA Light of Asia Centenary Celebration

A Fair and Respectful View on the Awards Decision

When selecting students for major school awards, it is very important that all student achievements are carefully reviewed and properly evaluated. This responsibility lies with everyone involved in the decision making process, especially when students have represented Sri Lanka at national and international levels. These achievements bring pride not only to the students, but also A Fair and Respectful View on the Awards Decision

Sri Lankan Students Shine at APICTA Awards 2025 in Taiwan, Supported by ESOFT

Sri Lanka recorded a proud moment on the international stage at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards 2025 in Taiwan, with several young innovators earning top honours. ESOFT, the country’s largest provider of British Transnational Education, served as the Main Sponsor for the national delegation, reinforcing its commitment to advancing the nation’s innovation and Sri Lankan Students Shine at APICTA Awards 2025 in Taiwan, Supported by ESOFT

ABEC Premier Wins Best Educational Service Provider Award at South Asian Business Excellence Awards 2025

ABEC Premier has been named the Best Educational Service Provider (International Education) at the 9th South Asian Business Excellence Awards 2025 — becoming the first Sri Lankan institution to secure this prestigious regional title. The awards ceremony, held on 27 November at Cinnamon Life – City of Dreams in Colombo, brought together distinguished regional leaders ABEC Premier Wins Best Educational Service Provider Award at South Asian Business Excellence Awards 2025

ESOFT UNI Unveils New Jaffna Campus, Strengthening Access to Higher Education Across Northern Sri Lanka

ESOFT UNI Unveils New Jaffna Campus

ESOFT UNI (ESU) marked a major milestone in its national expansion with the inauguration of ESU Jaffna reinforcing ESOFT UNI’s long-standing commitment to advancing higher education in the Northern Province, where it has been a pioneer for more than 15 years. Established in 2009 on Navalar Road, Jaffna, ESOFT Metro Campus Jaffna has supported thousands ESOFT UNI Unveils New Jaffna Campus, Strengthening Access to Higher Education Across Northern Sri Lanka

Football at Gateway College reach new Heights

Defeats Elizabeth Moir 6–0 in the TISSL Final and overcome Royal College 3–0 to secure third place at the All-Island A Division Tournament. Gateway College Colombo, despite missing three key players who were away on national duty, retained their crown as U20 International Schools’ Football Champions with another dominant performance in this year’s Under 20 Football at Gateway College reach new Heights

Government’s 2026 Budget boosts support for state universities and students

The government’s 2026 Budget has raised allocations for higher education aiming to strengthen infrastructure, support student welfare, and improve access to tertiary studies, including for differently-abled students. Key allocations and student support Government position and broader context According to the government, education spending for 2026 accounts for 2.04% of GDP, or a total appropriation of Government’s 2026 Budget boosts support for state universities and students

GATEWAY WRITERS SHINE ON THE GLOBAL STAGE

Nirshraya Gajan

Record-Breaking Triumph at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025 Gateway College has once again reaffirmed its place among the world’s finest centres of young literary talent with an exceptional achievement at the Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025. Students across the Gateway network secured an outstanding 71 Gold, 123 Silver, and 99 Bronze Awards, with Nirshraya GATEWAY WRITERS SHINE ON THE GLOBAL STAGE

Gateway College Student Wins Gold at ICDL Asia Digital Challenge 2025

Shaviru Kasthuriarachchi

Shaviru Kasthuriarachchi, a 13 year old student of Gateway College Colombo won the Gold Award in the Emerging Technologies Track (Secondary/Junior College Level) at the ICDL Asia Digital Challenge 2025. Competing against over 13,000 students from 13 territories across Asia and the Pacific, Shaviru emerged as the only Sri Lankan medallist across all categories, bringing Gateway College Student Wins Gold at ICDL Asia Digital Challenge 2025

Flinders University and Gateway Graduate School Launch Sri Lanka’s First Online Australian Master of Education programme with Local Support

Gateway Graduate School has partnered with Flinders University, one of Australia’s top-ranked institutions, to introduce Sri Lanka’s first fully online Australian Master of Education (M.Ed.) programme. This landmark initiative provides Sri Lankan educators and professionals with direct access to a globally recognised postgraduate qualification delivered through an innovative and flexible learning model. Ranked among the Flinders University and Gateway Graduate School Launch Sri Lanka’s First Online Australian Master of Education programme with Local Support