The Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education has unveiled a major reform agenda to reshape the future of Sri Lankan education through the initiative titled “Transform Education: Transform Sri Lanka.” This presentation, officially shared with Parliament on July 11, 2025, provides a comprehensive roadmap for educational transformation from 2026 to 2029.
What’s Inside the Presentation?
Vision, Goals & Guiding Principles
National Curriculum Framework (NCF) Journey
5 Key Pillars of Reforms
Modular and Credit-Based Curriculum (Grade 6 to 13)
National Skills Assessment at Grade 9
GCE O/L and A/L Structure under the New System
Emphasis on 21st Century Skills, STEM, Vocational and Digital Literacy
Assessment & Monitoring System with GPA and NEMIS Integration
Roadmap & Implementation Plan from 2026 onwards
Targeted Reforms Include
- Primary: Activity-based integrated curriculum
- Junior Secondary: 14 essential subjects, skill assessment, and elective modules
- Senior Secondary: Academic and vocational pathways with modular learning
- Pre-school: National early childhood education policy draft
- Lifelong learning, inclusivity, and employability focus
Major Milestones:
- New GCE O/L exam format begins in 2029
- New Curriculum for Grade 1 and Grade 6 starts in 2026
Click Here to Download the Presentation
