The Inauguration Ceremony of the Diploma in Early Childhood Education – Batch II was successfully held on 07 September 2025 at the Smart Lecture Hall, Faculty of Applied Science, Pambaimadu, University of Vavuniya. The ceremony began at 10:00 AM and marked an important milestone in strengthening early childhood education in Sri Lanka.
The Inauguration Ceremony of the Diploma in Early Childhood Education – Batch II brought together university officials, academic staff, education professionals, and newly enrolled students. Moreover, the event reflected the university’s continued commitment to producing skilled and compassionate early childhood educators who can contribute effectively to the education sector.
Chief Guest and Distinguished Guests
Senior Prof. A. Atputharajah, Vice Chancellor of the University of Vavuniya, attended the ceremony as the chief guest. In addition, several distinguished guests participated in the event, including:
- Mr. S. A. Jude Leon – Director, Centre for Distance and Continuing Education (CDCE)
- Eng. M. Sooriasegaram – President, Education Development Consortium
- Mr. Muralitharan – Assistant Director of Education (Pre-School), Vavuniya North
- Dr. S. Shanmugathasan – Academic Coordinator
- Ms. Y. Vithushana – Assistant Registrar, CDCE
Highlights of the Ceremony
During the programme, speakers emphasized the importance of early childhood education in shaping the future of children and society. Furthermore, they encouraged students to develop strong professional knowledge, creativity, and practical teaching skills throughout the diploma programme.
In addition, the speakers highlighted the growing demand for trained preschool teachers in Sri Lanka. Therefore, they urged students to fully engage in both academic and practical learning activities.
About the Diploma Programme
The Diploma in Early Childhood Education programme is designed to provide comprehensive academic training along with practical experience. It focuses on child development, classroom management, and modern teaching methods. As a result, students gain the necessary skills to become qualified early childhood educators.
Moreover, the programme supports students in developing both theoretical knowledge and hands-on teaching experience. Consequently, graduates will be better prepared to meet the needs of the education sector.
Overall, the Inauguration Ceremony of the Diploma in Early Childhood Education – Batch II created an inspiring beginning for the new batch of students. Faculty members and guests warmly welcomed the students and wished them success in their academic journey at the University of Vavuniya
