December 09, Colombo (LNW): The Ministry of Education is preparing to release a fresh circular today outlining how state schools affected by the recent spell of extreme weather will resume academic activities.
According to the Ministry’s Secretary, Nalaka Kaluwewa, the reopening process will be organised province by province to account for differing levels of disruption and to allow regional officials the flexibility to address local needs.
He noted that the current plan is to have schools back in operation from December 16, provided that safety assessments and essential repairs are completed in time.
Kaluwewa added that education officials have been working closely with provincial administrations over the past few days to ensure that school premises are cleared, facilities restored, and transport arrangements adjusted where necessary.
In a separate announcement, Commissioner General of Examinations Indika Liyanage confirmed that the postponed components of the GCE Advanced Level Examination will be held as early as possible in January.
He stated that the Department of Examinations intends to finalise the schedule shortly, giving candidates adequate notice while ensuring examination centres are fully prepared following the adverse weather.
