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July 4, 2024

The British Council Sri Lanka celebrated the successful pilot phase of the ‘Youth-Led Green and Inclusive Businesses’ project to commemorate the 2024 International Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Day. The ‘Youth-Led Green and Inclusive Businesses’ project equipped young entrepreneurs with knowledge, skills, resources, and networks, and aimed to transform existing businesses into greener and […]

June 24, 2024

Congratulations to Polymath College which became the first school to complete the British Council Reading for Life challenge! Over 150 Polymath students completed the March-April 2024 Reading Challenge by reading at least six books in six weeks and were rewarded with a certificate upon completion. Orlando Edwards, Country Director, British Council Sri Lanka […]

June 3, 2024

Colombo, June 1, 2024 – The Gratiaen Trust, in association with John Keells Foundation and with the support of the British Council, announced Ramya Jirasinghe for her captivating book titled Father Cabraal’s Recipe for Love Cake the winner of the 31st Gratiaen Prize. The award ceremony was held at the Stables, Park Street Mews, the […]

May 15, 2024

The British Council in Sri Lanka is proud to announce the release of a groundbreaking publication titled “Being a Teacher with Disabilities: Perspectives, Practices, and Opportunities.” This comprehensive report delves into the challenges, opportunities, policies, and support networks encountered by teachers with disabilities within education systems in Sri Lanka and four other countries where the […]

May 2, 2024

Monday, April 29th, 2024, Colombo, Sri Lanka: The Gratiaen Trust, in partnership with John Keells Foundation and with the support of British Council as its event partner, announced the shortlist for the 31st Gratiaen Prize, on April 29, 2024, at the British Council Library in Colombo. This prestigious annual award founded by Michael Ondaatje celebrates […]

April 18, 2024

17 April 2024, Colombo: Seylan Cards reaffirms its dedication to empowering customers through education by announcing its partnership with the British Council. Seylan Cards has introduced exclusive 0% instalment plans for 12 months, specifically tailored for IELTS and other educational courses provided by the British Council. This initiative aims to facilitate access to quality education […]

March 28, 2024

British Council in collaboration with ChildFund Sri Lanka, recently concluded an exciting competition to celebrate the achievements of local Sri Lankan women in their communities. The She-roes role model competition encouraged Sri Lankan girls to recognise and celebrate the achievements of local female role models, nurturing appreciation for the remarkable women in their communities. Tailored […]

March 21, 2024

British Council and UK universities collaborate to support female graduates in pursuing global credentials in STEM Scholarships aim to bridge gender disparities in STEM education and workforce, fostering innovation and global collaboration British Council, the UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations, in partnership with UK universities, has announced the launch of British Council […]

March 11, 2024

The ceremony celebrates the achievements of Sri Lankan alumni from UK universities. The winners of the Study UK Alumni Awards 2023-24 in Sri Lanka were announced at a ceremony, hosted by the British Council in Colombo. The ceremony was attended by senior representatives from government, private organisations, and UK alumni. The Award judges selected recipients […]

March 4, 2024

4 delegates from Sri Lanka attended the conference. Themed around ‘Enriching your curriculum’, the Schools Now! 2024 conference brought education experts from around the world to present innovations and case studies in leadership, well-being and safeguarding approaches and the integration of technology in digital learning The conference focused on empowering subject experts within the school […]

British Council presents ‘Youth-Led Green and Inclusive Businesses’ at ‘Pathways to Sustainability: Entrepreneurs’ Showcase’ Event

Empowering with words: British Council holds Reading for Life challenge

The Gratiaen Trust in Association with John Keells Foundation announces the winner of the 31st Gratiaen Prize

New research explores the experiences of teachers with disabilities in education systems worldwide

The Gratiaen Trust announces the shortlist for the 31st Gratiaen Prize

Seylan Credit Cards Partners with British Council to Offer 0% Instalment Plans for IELTS and Other Courses

Celebrating and rewarding local Sri Lankan women role models

British Council launches Women in STEM Scholarships for 2024-25

Winners of Study UK Alumni Awards announced in Sri Lanka

The British Council’s Schools Now! 2024 conference equips educators and decision-makers with the strategies necessary to enhance the educational experience for students worldwide