The Government of Sri Lanka recognizes education as a fundamental right and a cornerstone of national development. The development of a citizen who is emotionally intelligent, socially responsible, socially and culturally aware, politically literate, and capable of critical thinking depends on a robust education system that is equitable, effective, inclusive, future-oriented, and responsive to both national priorities and international trends.
Therefore, peace, social harmony, good governance, economic prosperity and sustainable development of the country can only be ensured by a highly advanced education system.
In this context, the Government has initiated a comprehensive reform agenda for general education, with the first phase to be implemented through revised curricula for Grade 1 and Grade 6 from 2026 onwards. These reforms are designed to strengthen the quality, equity, and relevance of education, ensuring that learners are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and values required not only to thrive in a rapidly changing world but also to provide visionary leadership for the creation of an ethical, inclusive, just, pluralistic, sustainable, and responsible society.
This policy framework provides the foundation for the proposed transformation.
It is structured around five Strategic Pillars that together articulate the key dimensions of reform:
- Curriculum Development – development and alignment with emerging knowledge, future skills, and societal priorities.
- Human Resources Development – professional growth and capacity building of educators and administrators.
- Development of Infrastructure Facilities and Education Administrative Reforms– investment in modern infrastructure and governance systems that are efficient, transparent, and accountable.
- Assessment and Evaluation – competency based and transparent assessment mechanisms that ensure fairness and continuous improvement.
- Public Awareness and Promotion – strengthening stakeholder engagement, communication, and collective ownership of reforms.
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