Leeds International School, Panadura has achieved a significant milestone by being appointed as an esteemed exam centre for Cambridge English examinations, offering a multitude of benefits to both the students and other students in the region.
The formal announcement was held at launching ceremony at Jie Jie Beach Hotel, Panadura by Jetwin on July 21.
Addressing the gathering Chairman of the Leeds International School network, Dr. Sarath Jayatissa said; “Leeds International School is a fully-pledged, private co-educational K-12 school network, with English as the primary medium. The institution’s flagship school in Panadura was established on August 23, 1999 and since then it has grown to encompass fourteen branches throughout Sri Lanka as well as an overseas branch in Singapore. For over twenty four years, Leeds has been steadfastly committed to educating more than 10,000 students adhering to both London and National curricula. The schools motto is, ‘Strive for Excellence’, is a testament to its unwavering persuit of maintaing high academic and disciplinary standards.”
As a newly set up exam centre, Leeds International School offers students and professionals in the region access to a diverse range of internationally recognized English Language qualifications. These include the Young Learners English (YLE), Key English Test (KET), Preliminary English Test (PET), First Certificate in English (FCE),Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Teaching KnowledgeTest (TKT), these esteemed certifications cater to various proficiency levels empowering learners to validate their language skills and unlocking opportunities for studying abroad advancing in careers and bolsteringc confidence in English communication.
Dr. Sarath further stated that Leeds is incredibly honoured and proud to be associated with Cambridge Assessment English. This partnership signifies to our dedication to provide world -class language education to our students. Being an exam centre for such a prestigious institution is a testament to the quality of education we offer and committment to nurturing global citizens.
The Chief Guest at the event T.K. Arunachalam, Regional Director of South Asia, addressed the gathering on the importance of establishing an Cambridge English Exam Cetre at Leeds and the importance of Cambridge English Exams in the global level.
Hemamala Jayatissa, Naduni Fernando, Directors of Leeds International Schools Network expressed the important facts of Cambridge Exams and the current usage of English in Sri Lanka.
Kevin Coyne, Key Accounts Manager of South Asia, CE (from India ), Kinithi Jayatissa, (Director), Thilina Diyagama (Director) Manish Puri, Head of Business Development, for South Asia, CE (Indian ) were guests at the launch.
H.L. Sunil Shantha Kalutara Central Special Corr.