The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has released its Progress Report for 2025, highlighting major developments in general education, curriculum reform, digital learning, and student welfare across Sri Lanka.
According to the report, Sri Lanka continues to strengthen its free education system, supporting over 3.8 million students and 10,000+ schools. Key welfare initiatives—such as free textbooks, school meals, uniforms, and the Suraksha student insurance program—supported millions of learners, helping reduce school dropout rates.
A significant highlight for 2025 is the preparation for the new Education Reforms set to begin in 2026, which include:
- New activity-based curriculum for Grade 1 and Grade 6
- Modular and credit-based systems for secondary grades
- Strengthened vocational education pathways
- Improved teacher training and school infrastructure upgrades
The School Meal Programme benefited 1.5 million primary students, while 1.05 million schoolgirls received sanitary napkin vouchers under the national hygiene initiative.
Digital transformation also saw major progress with:
- Smartboards provided to 1,000 schools
- ICT hubs being set up with international support
- Expanded digital content through e-Thaksalawa
