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ESOFT UNI Completes ASOCIO Hat-Trick with 2026 AI in Education Award

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ESOFT UNI has secured its third consecutive regional recognition from the Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organization (ASOCIO), winning the AI in Education Award 2026 at the ASOCIO Digital & AI Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia. The latest award recognises ESOFT’s use of artificial intelligence in education, including efforts to enhance learning experiences, improve student outcomes and expand … ESOFT UNI Completes ASOCIO Hat-Trick with 2026 AI in Education Award

Springfield Family Comes Together for a Day of Learning, Reflection and Fellowship

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Springfield College held its Annual Staff Workshop on 19th September at the picturesque Suriya Resort, Waikkal, bringing together members of the Springfield family from its Kandy, Borella and Nugegoda branches for a memorable day of learning, reflection, fun and fellowship. Themed “Understanding Today’s Learners: From Challenges to Opportunities,” this year’s workshop focused on developing a … Springfield Family Comes Together for a Day of Learning, Reflection and Fellowship

Health Ministry stresses need for pre- school standards

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The Government and relevant institutions hold a responsibility to ensure proper care for children during early childhood development, Secretary to the Ministry of Health Dr. Anil Jasinghe said, highlighting the need for a standardized early childhood education system. Addressing the media on September 23, Dr. Jasinghe explained that while Sri Lanka maintains a free and … Health Ministry stresses need for pre- school standards

Estate-sector students celebrated at British Council NextGen ceremony

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Over 100 students from three Tamil-medium estate-sector schools were recognized at the NextGen Skills Awards Ceremony and Student Showcase held at Araliya Green Hills on September 19. The event marked a key milestone in the British Council’s NextGen Skills pilot, delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, the Central … Estate-sector students celebrated at British Council NextGen ceremony

Applications Open for the Inaugural Upali Ratnayake Scholarship Scheme

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Applications are now open for the inaugural Upali Ratnayake Scholarship Scheme, a prestigious initiative established to honour the legacy of Upali Ratnayake and his immense contribution to the development of the CIMA profession and accounting community in Sri Lanka. The scholarship has been created to support one deserving Sri Lankan student to pursue the complete … Applications Open for the Inaugural Upali Ratnayake Scholarship Scheme

How CIMA Builds Practical Business and Problem Solving Skills for the Real…

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For students considering what to study after school or alongside a university degree, one question matters more than ever: will the qualification help them perform in the real world? This is where CIMA can offer an important advantage. While CIMA is widely associated with accounting and finance, the qualification is increasingly focused on developing practical … How CIMA Builds Practical Business and Problem Solving Skills for the Real…

CIMA Beyond Accounting: Why Business Skills Matter for the Next Generation

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For many Sri Lankan students, completing school brings one major question: what qualification should come next? A bachelor’s degree remains an important pathway, but as the workplace becomes increasingly competitive, academic knowledge alone may not always be enough. Employers are also looking for young professionals who can analyse problems, understand how businesses operate, communicate ideas … CIMA Beyond Accounting: Why Business Skills Matter for the Next Generation

Gateway College and Wilderness School Australia Launch Teacher Exchange Programme

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Gateway College is pleased to announce the establishment of a Teacher Exchange Programme with Wilderness School, Adelaide, Australia. As the only school in South Asia offering the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), Gateway considers this partnership with an established SACE school with consistently strong academic outcomes particularly significant. The exchange was facilitated through Gateway … Gateway College and Wilderness School Australia Launch Teacher Exchange Programme

Oxford College of Business Celebrates 1,550 Graduates at Landmark 2026 Graduation Ceremony

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Oxford College of Business (OCB) celebrated the academic achievements of 1,550 graduands at its 2026 Graduation Ceremony, bringing together students, academics, international university representatives and families for one of the institution’s major annual celebrations of higher education. The ceremony, held on 15 September 2026 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo, recognised … Oxford College of Business Celebrates 1,550 Graduates at Landmark 2026 Graduation Ceremony

Imperial Announces CIMA Certificate Intake with 50% Off Class Fees

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Imperial College of Business Studies (ICBS) will commence its latest CIMA Certificate Level intake on 19 September 2026, with weekday and weekend batches at both its Colombo and Kandy campuses. Bringing four decades of CIMA teaching experience to the classroom, Imperial is offering 50% off class fees, with discounted fees of Rs. 28,000 for the … Imperial Announces CIMA Certificate Intake with 50% Off Class Fees

AIESEC in Colombo North and Rotaract Colombo Mid Town Introduce CSR Project: Bloom 2026 

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Following the success of its first chapter, Bloom returns in 2026 with a renewed vision, focusing on Galaha Divisional Hospital and the healthcare needs of the surrounding community. The initiative seeks to address existing resource shortages by providing essential medical supplies and equipment through community donations. ​Bloom 2026 is being carried out as a collaborative … AIESEC in Colombo North and Rotaract Colombo Mid Town Introduce CSR Project: Bloom 2026 

Gateway Students Win Record 10 Medals for Sri Lanka at International Earth Science Olympiad 2026

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Gateway Colleges celebrates an outstanding international achievement by four of its students, who represented Sri Lanka at the 19th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO) 2026 in Turin, Italy, and collectively secured an impressive 10 medals across individual, team and project events the highest medal tally ever achieved by Sri Lanka at the Olympiad to date. … Gateway Students Win Record 10 Medals for Sri Lanka at International Earth Science Olympiad 2026

The world on a flat page

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How map projections change the way we see Earth Look at a world map and it feels reassuringly familiar. Continents have recognizable shapes, oceans stretch between them and countries appear fixed in their places. Yet there is something fundamentally strange about almost every world map we have ever seen: Earth is not flat. Turning a … The world on a flat page

Horizon College International Celebrates Football, Teamwork and Sportsmanship at Inter-House Tournament 2026

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The Inter-House Football Tournament 2026 at Horizon College International was held with great enthusiasm, bringing together the four houses, Athena, Apollo, Hermes, and Zeus in a spirited celebration of football, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Conducted in the Under 15 and Over 15 categories, the tournament provided students with an opportunity to demonstrate their talent, determination, discipline, … Horizon College International Celebrates Football, Teamwork and Sportsmanship at Inter-House Tournament 2026

Springfield College Kandy Paddlers Shine with Double Runners-Up Finish at All-Island Championships

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Springfield College Kandy’s Under-12 Table Tennis team followed up on last month’s Under-10 ‘A’ Division title with an impressive performance at the All-Island ‘A Division’ Inter-School Table Tennis Team Championships, held at the Bandaragama Indoor Stadium on 28 and 29 August 2026. Springfield topped their group with victories over Royal College Colombo and Dharmaraja College … Springfield College Kandy Paddlers Shine with Double Runners-Up Finish at All-Island Championships