The Government has approved a new circular governing admissions to Grade 1 in government schools from 2027, Cabinet Spokesman and Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa announced.
Speaking at the weekly Cabinet media briefing, Dr. Jayatissa said the revised guidelines were developed to ensure greater transparency, fairness and equal access to education, while reducing irregularities in the admission process.
The new circular incorporates recommendations from the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka, school principals and education authorities, in line with ongoing education reforms.
According to the Minister, the updated framework aims to strengthen accountability in school admissions, prevent malpractice and better protect children’s right to education.
The proposal was submitted by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya in her capacity as Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education.