National Level English Language and Drama Competitions 2023
English Language and Drama Competitions
Circular Number 07/2020 dated 15.02.2016 on the same subject is cancelled hereby and this new circular will be effective from 27.03.2023.
02. National Level English Language and Drama Competitions are held annually at school, divisional/zonal, provincial, and national levels with the primary aim of enhancing the knowledge of the English language and its use among students in government schools, government-approved private schools, and pirivena institutions in Sri Lanka.
Further, the following objectives are expected to be achieved through the competitions.
to enable participation at all levels on an island-wide basis.
to encourage and motivate the students to learn and use English proficiently.
to provide recognition to children with the potential to develop their English language skills further.
to foster students‘ critical thinking skills.
to provide recognition to dedicated, innovative, and creative teachers.
03. The types of events in the competition.
1. Written events – Hand writing (Print Script & Cursive Script), Dictation, Creative Writing.
2. Performing events – Recitation, Oratory (Prepared, Impromptu), Drama
The following time schedule must be followed in conducting the competitions:
- School Level Competitions From 1st January to 15th March
- Divisional / Zonal Level Competitions From 16th March to 31st May
- Provincial Level Competitions From 1st June to 15th July
- National Level Competitions From 15th September to 15th October
Also Check – All Island School Drama and Theatre Festival – 2023 – Sinhala, Tamil, English
Source – Ministry of Education
