Atlas SipSavi Enhances Infrastructure at Ethulgama Maha Vidyalaya to Foster a Supportive Learning Environment

Atlas, the leading learning brand in Sri Lanka, demonstrated its unwavering commitment to creating better learning environments in schools across Sri Lanka, by initiating an infrastructure restoration and development project at Ethulgama Maha Vidyalaya in Kandy. Marking the successful completion of the project, a special ceremony was held recently as part of the Atlas SipSavi programme.

This initiative reflects Atlas SipSavi’s mission to ensure that ‘No child is left behind’, by transforming schools into inclusive, stress-free learning spaces that allows students to reach their full potential. Many schools across Sri Lanka, notably in rural areas, grapple with infrastructure challenges, leading to a poor learning environment. Atlas’s continuous efforts were further strengthened by its partnership with the Peradeniya National College of Education thus supporting the enhancement of the school’s infrastructure that provides students with a safer, more inspiring, and functional spaces, making learning fun.

Discussing the importance of such initiatives in shaping Sri Lanka’s future leaders, Ms. Nadeeka Jayasinghe, Head of Corporate Affairs of Atlas Axillia Co. (Pvt) Ltd. said, “Education is the foundation of progress, and every child deserves access to a learning environment that inspires curiosity and creativity. Following this infrastructure development programme, we will be able to not only improve the physical infrastructure but also create a nurturing space where students can dream, explore, and grow. This project reflects our belief that quality education should be accessible to all, and by working closely with the public sector, we strive to bring this vision to life”.

The project was enthusiastically received by the school and the local community, including students, teachers, and parents, who all expressed gratitude for this undertaking. Addressing both practical and aesthetic needs with this project, Atlas SipSavi is transforming learning spaces to ensure students have a focused and engaging educational experience. Therefore, this initiative is a clear reflection of Atlas’s dedication to holistic education, ensuring that children in underserved communities have the tools and space they need to succeed.

Guided by its commitment to ensuring equal accessibility for learning, Atlas SipSavi conducts numerous initiatives each year. These include providing school supplies, offering financial support to students in financial distress, exemplified by its SipSavi Scholarship Programme, and improving learning environments, through initiatives such as the SipSavi Infrastructure Development Project. Together, these efforts are transforming the lives of many underprivileged children across Sri Lanka, unlocking a prosperous future through equitable access to education.

Image 01: The Atlas Sipsavi team rebuilding the steps for the school to ensure a safer route for students.

Image 02: Schoolchildren at Ethulgama watch with excitement as the restoration of their school unfolds.

Image 03: The Atlas Spisavi team repainting the school to provide children a more welcoming space to learn.