Cambridge expands in Sri Lanka with a new legal entity, reinforcing its long-term investment in schools, teachers, and students across the country.
Cambridge strengthens education presence in Sri Lanka with legal entity launch
Cambridge expands in Sri Lanka with the formal establishment of a new legal entity, underscoring its commitment to strengthening the education sector and aligning local priorities with international standards. The announcement was made during the event Cambridge in Sri Lanka: Leading the Future in Colombo, attended by global and South Asian leaders from Cambridge University Press and Assessment, alongside prominent figures from Sri Lanka’s education community.
Speaking at the event, Cambridge South Asia Managing Director Arun Rajamani said the initiative reflects a long-term investment aimed at supporting learners and teachers. “This milestone event marks Cambridge’s commitment to delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment in Sri Lanka, with a strong focus on building a robust learning ecosystem that empowers learners to succeed both locally and internationally,” he stated.
Cambridge International Education Managing Director Rod Smith emphasized Sri Lanka’s importance in the South Asian network, with around 60–80 schools already part of Cambridge’s global community of 10,000 institutions. He noted that the new legal entity would allow Cambridge to channel greater investment, expand its local team, and deepen cooperation with schools and the government.
At the event, Cambridge also launched its new report Preparing Learners to Thrive in a Changing World, which surveyed thousands of teachers and students globally. The findings highlighted the role of digital technologies in enhancing education, alongside the importance of skills such as self-management and communication to help students adapt to change.
Cambridge has surpassed 1,000 international schools across South Asia, and Sri Lanka remains a key focus region. Through Professional Development Qualifications, workshops, and teacher training initiatives, the organisation aims to build capacity among educators, introduce innovative teaching practices, and integrate technology and AI in classrooms. These programs are designed to support student well-being, leadership, and social-emotional growth while improving learning outcomes.
Cambridge Sri Lanka and Maldives Country Head Zahara Ansary highlighted the renewed promise to work closely with schools and educators. “Sri Lanka is home to a vibrant and fast-evolving education community. This renewed commitment is a promise to stand alongside Sri Lanka’s schools, educators, and families, to ensure every learner has access to the best education pathways the world can offer,” she said.
The event also underlined the broader educational ties between the United Kingdom and Sri Lanka. British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick noted that the partnership now extends far beyond English language teaching and overseas placements, with 60,000–70,000 Sri Lankan undergraduates currently studying through international university collaborations, most of them with British institutions. He stressed that access to global expertise through Cambridge and similar organisations is critical to helping Sri Lanka meet global standards in education.
With its new legal entity, Cambridge expands in Sri Lanka not only by investing in schools and educators but also by positioning the country as a vital part of its South Asian strategy to deliver high-quality, future-ready education.