Gateway College_Annual Review 2019

Gateway College Annual Review 2019







Show Respect. Earn Respect. This year’s theme of “Show Respect. Earn Respect” runs close to the heart of Gateway, as it resonates with values embodied in the School crest and the School song. The three interwoven squares in the crest are representative of the teamwork and belonging between Parent, Teacher, and Student, which can only be built on mutual respect. This notion is further supported by the second verse in our School song: Nurtured as we are with understanding and love We discipline ourselves no orders from above Teacher, parent, pupil, with perfect rapport Shoulder to shoulder we will march to the fore The Gateway community exemplifies how a body of people can be disciplined without the need for an order from above, where we willingly “show respect” because of our understanding and love for one another. In this showing of respect, we are then able to “earn respect” and move forward in perfect rapport to further our common goals. It is this mutual understanding between each individual of the school family that has enabled us to “Show Respect. Earn Respect”.  Gateway College Annual Review 2019 1

CConotenntstents The Gateway experience Gateway College Students 29 Community 06 School crest 32 Excellence 08 Our vision and mission 36 Distinction 11 School song 62 Responsibility 12 School houses 64 Future 13 Mascot 15 The history of Gateway Teachers 17 Credentials 67 Education 70 Care Leadership 71 Development 80 Recognition 20 Chairman’s message 22 Board of Directors Innovation 24 Educationalists at the helm 83 Technology 85 Dynamism 

Contents Star performers Future focus 134 Academic 93 Preparation 143 Non-academic 94 Opportunity Framework Future 110 Administrative structure 127 Facilities 166 Looking to the future 130 Security, health, and hygiene 130 Policies 

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Contents Gateway College 06 School crest 08 Our vision and mission 11 School song 12 School houses 13 Mascot 15 The history of Gateway 17 Credentials Gateway College Gateway College Annual Review 2019 5

School crest School crest The elements within the School Crest signify the The Globe signifies international education, while essence of Gateway College. the Arrow represents Gateway’s advancement in The colours used in the Crest have significance of technology. their own: Blue and Grey signify School colours; The Book depicts knowledge, while the Torch Red represents power and energy; and White signifies enlightenment. represents purity. The three Interwoven Squares represent The two Sri Lankan Lions holding the shield teamwork and a sense of belonging between depict courage and bravery, and represent the Parent, Teacher, and Student, whereas the three Sri Lankan identity of the School. colours of the diagonals, Orange, Green, and The Golden Eagle represents the School’s highest Maroon, signify the Communities of Sri Lanka award in sports. and identify the School as being multi-ethnic and multi-religious. Gateway College 6 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

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Our vision Energise, enlighten, empower Our vision is to Energise with healthy body and Enlighten with healthy mind and Empower one and all to be good citizens. Our mission Adding value Tenacity and zeal zzCreate an educational environment that zzSteadfastly pursue excellence in education. naturally drives value addition at school zzAdapt smoothly to change. as well as at home. zzSpeedy action with determination to zzDevelop an educational culture that get things done. enhances spiritual, moral, emotional, zzOpen-minded, winning attitude. physical, and intellectual development. zzProvide opportunities for every student and teacher to reach his or her highest potential. Education for tomorrow Community of spirit zzConsistently benchmark world-class educational zzShare success with humility. systems to build best practices. zzCare for community and the environment. zzBuild “family spirit” through mutual trust zzFacilitate an open environment to encourage innovative and creative thinking with prudent and respect. risk-taking. zzInculcate Sri Lankan values and culture zzProvide state-of-the-art facilities and in a pluralistic setting. resources to meet tomorrow’s needs. zzPromote a sense of belonging to the zzCreate a research-oriented culture and a alma mater and the motherland. passion for lifelong learning. Gateway College 8 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

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School song School song Gateway O Gateway We pledge to tread thy glorious way A beacon, a light we shall be For fellow beings your path to see // Gateway to learning emblazons our crest Ready we follow, daring the best In work or play the grey and blue flies high Higher, still higher is our rallying cry Gateway O Gateway We pledge to tread thy glorious way A beacon, a light we shall be For fellow beings your path to see // Nurtured as we are with understanding and love We discipline ourselves no orders from above Teacher, parent, pupil, with perfect rapport Shoulder to shoulder we will march to the fore Gateway O Gateway We pledge to tread thy glorious way A beacon, a light we shall be For fellow beings your path to see // Gateway College Gateway College Annual Review 2019 11

School houses School Houses are named after the first four in developing an affinity to the motherland Prime Ministers of Sri Lanka: Don Stephen and acting with a sense of responsibility to her Senanayake, Dudley Shelton Senanayake, children. This is also a way of signifying the Sir John Lionel Kotelawala, and Solomon West respect the school affords to statesmen who have Ridgeway Dias Bandaranaike. The choice of left an indelible mark on our society and for their such distinguished personalities to grace House individual contribution towards defining the spirit names underlines the emphasis laid by the school of Sri Lankans. 12 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Mascot The shield wielding Lion in the School Crest, The mascot is a legendary creature famed for standing for bravery and our Sri Lankan heritage, its intelligence, power, honesty, discipline, and along with the Golden Eagle, constitute the majesty, combining the King of the Beasts and School’s mascot: the “Gateway Griffin”. the King of all Birds. Gateway was proud to formerly introduce the School mascot, fondly named as Griffy, at the Colors Nite held in Kandy this year. Gateway College Annual Review 2019 13

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The historyThe history of Gateway of Gateway Gateway College was founded by Ralph Ignatius Education, served as a teacher at Royal College, Thomas Alles, a visionary dedicated to the cause Colombo, was Principal of Zahira College, of the Nation’s education. Colombo, and acted as State Secretary Educated at St. Aloysius’ College, Galle and of Education. St. Anthony’s College, Kandy, R I T Alles gained Today, Gateway College embodies R I T Alles’ national recognition as the founding father of belief of providing holistic education and D S Senanayake College, Colombo, one of moulding students who are international in Sri Lanka’s leading educational institutions. nature, but Sri Lankan at heart. His ethos Prior to founding Gateway College, R I T Alles and philosophy are embedded in our vision received training from the Cambridge Institute of and mission. “The child leaves our gates as a confident, compassionate citizen who has the ability to move around in society, one who is equipped with the skills of surviving in this complicated world.” R I T Alles Gateway College Gateway College Annual Review 2019 15

The history of Gateway 2019 Opening of the state of the art 50 m pool equipped to Olympic pool standards at Gateway College Negombo. 2018 Gateway College Ratmalana was opened, bringing a state-of-the-art football ground and modern pavilion to the Dehiwala and Ratmalana schools. 2013 Gateway College Dehiwala was established as a result of the acquisition of the American International School, Dehiwala by the Gateway Group and its amalgamation with the Gateway College Bambalapitiya School. 2009 The remaining sections of Gateway College Kandy were relocated to the new site. Expansion of Gateway College Bambalapitiya to include year 7 and year 8. 2007 Gateway College Negombo opened at a scenic location between Negombo Road and the lagoon. Since then the school has thrived and expanded at a rapid pace and acquired several adjacent blocks of land to accommodate the expansion. 2005 Gateway International School became Gateway College and was relocated to the new and current premises of Royal Gardens, Rajagiriya. 2002 The Foundation section of Gateway Colombo was moved to 175, Castle Street, Colombo 8. Similarly, the Secondary School expanded further at Rodney Street, Colombo 8. Gateway College Kandy expanded its premises from Anniewatte to Asgiriya, where the school’s Foundation and Key Stage 1 sections were housed. 2000 The first purpose-built building was located on 1st Lane off Gothami Road and was named the “Millennium Tower” as it was completed in year 2000. The school grew rapidly in number from its humble beginnings. Gateway College 1999 Gateway acquired Kandy International School, which later became Gateway College Kandy. Establishment of Gateway International School Bambalapitiya at Vajira Road. 1997 Gateway College, then known as Gateway International School, first opened its doors to 33 students who were supported by eight teachers. The school then operated from two locations with the Secondary School at Rodney Street and the Primary School at Gothami Road. 16 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Credentials Gateway is proud of its many credentials, which range from formal accreditation and excellent examination results to campuses and environments that support holistic education. We believe that all these credentials put together make Gateway a foremost seat of learning in Sri Lanka. Gateway is recognised as: Gateway also provides: zzAn International Teaching Institution of Pearson zzUniversity pathway programmes along with Edexcel ALs through organisations such as NCC zzAn Associate School of Cambridge Education UK zzA broad and enriched curriculum with the use International of STEM, Robotics, Innovation Studios, Maths zzA Microsoft Showcase School Labs etc. zzA Duke of Edinburgh Independent Award zzAn emphasis on the Arts through drama, music, fine arts, etc. Centre zzInternational exposure with educational zzAn accredited SAT test centre of the College excursions and university summer camps zzCommunity Service, Work Experience, and Board, USA University Counselling during AL years zzA registered Institution of the London zzPurpose-built campuses with modern facilities for all its schools Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (LAMDA) zzA healthy student/teacher ratio of 10:1 zzA Member School of ECIS, the Educational combined with continuous professional development of teachers both locally an Collaborative for International Schools that is internationally headquartered in London zzA family environment with rich cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity Gateway has achieved: zzThe highest number of High Achiever Awards at the Annual Edexcel Awards Ceremony during the last 8 years zzAn exemplary track record in sporting/ co-curricular activity achievements, with 25 current Gateway students representing Sri Lanka in Athletics, Swimming, Basketball, Netball, Chess, Rowing, Football, Tennis, Badminton, Karate, and Scrabble zzPrestigious university destinations for its students, including the Ivy Group in USA, Russell Group in the UK, and Go8 in Australia Gateway College Gateway College Annual Review 2019 17

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Credentials Leadership 20 Chairman's message 22 Board of Directors 24 Educaionalists at the helm Gateway College Annual Review 2019 19

Chairman’sChairman’s message message 20 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Chairman’s message In this changing world, parental expectations approach to what that theme would mean for Leadership are certainly different to what they would have the school. In a South Asian setting, “respect” been in the distant past. I see the mandate of is perceived to be a bottom-up approach. At the school – especially when it comes to the Gateway College, while we are very pleased senior students – as two-fold; one, to prepare that the Sri Lankan culture of students showing them for university and two, to prepare them respect has been preserved, the purpose of this for life. Schools in general put in a lot of effort theme was to also highlight that teachers and to prepare students for university but tend to management showing respect towards students neglect focusing on what a child will do with the is just as important. During this year, many education they receive. When students are close meaningful steps were taken to ensure that this to graduating, exam results become the main theme was upheld by both students and teachers. focus of both parents and students. Following this Further, the way the organisation responded to current trend where academics become either the the unfortunate events in April, ensuring that sole or most important factor in securing a place all students learn about all religions in addition at university, it is unfortunate to see a student’s to their own religion, proved that the Gateway life purely directed towards preparing for exams. family is committed to building trust and respect. It is within such a background that the tuition When going about a routine, one rarely has industry has begun to thrive. In trying to meet time to reflect on the impact the school creates the demand of parents, many private schools too through the ethos of the institution. This year, have a tendency to focus on exams which make I had the privilege of attending the formation schools nothing more than glorified tutories. of the international alumni branch of Gateway In this backdrop, I am pleased that Gateway College in Australia. To be able to attend and College – whilst understanding the importance of witness that the students of Gateway College are examinations and results, which is highlighted in not only exceptionally skilled but are still rooted our outstanding results in this annual review – in their culture and values even after basing has not deviated from its core value of providing their lives abroad, showed me the contribution a holistic education. we have made towards producing well rounded The importance of providing a well-rounded members of society. Seeing these past pupils education is vital for the next most important of Gateway College upholding the values of thing that schools are responsible for, which our school and maintaining the humility and is to prepare students for life. Over the years, patriotism the school has taught them made me my appreciation of our Founder’s vision in this realise and appreciate even more the impact the respect has grown and is continuing to grow school has and continues to have in determining further. I feel the aspect of preparing students the calibre and character of our future citizens. for life is far more challenging than preparing students for university. With fast deteriorating Dr Harsha Alles values in society, we as educators have to Chairman understand the importance of this aspect as this should be the principal difference between schools and tutories. Introducing the theme for this year, “Show respect, Earn respect,” I am pleased that the management and teachers took a very different Gateway College Annual Review 2019 21

Board ofBoard of Directors Directors Concentrating on these areas of pastoral care, Mrs Alles ensured that He also represents Sri Lanka in the the students were independent, Advisory Committee of IC3 – The confident, and ready to take on higher International Career and College challenges. Counseling Conference. Elegantly and impeccably dressed at all times, Mrs Alles, has the ability to walk Dr Alles has just been appointed as with kings yet not lose the common a member of the National Education touch. She is equally comfortable Commission by His Excellency the talking to a Head of State as well as the President of Sri Lanka. He currently school gardener. Her “firm, friendly, and serves also as a member of the fair” principle that supersedes every “Task Force for Education” that has action taken by her made it possible for been established under the Ministry of her to be respected even by those who Education for the implementation of opposed her. new education reforms in the country. Especially in an era where female empowerment is encouraged and Leadership Dr Harsha Alles Mrs Rohini Alles celebrated, Mrs Alles’ experience Chairman – Gateway Group Managing Director during her lifetime, is an inspiration Dr Harsha Alles is a Medical Doctor to all teachers and educators. by profession and holds an M.B., B.S., Mrs Rohini Alles is an inspirational and a Ph.D. He was a Lecturer in the leader of education for succeeding Mrs Dinali Alles Medical Faculty of the University of in different roles in different settings. Director Colombo before he shifted his career to She started her career as a teacher Mrs Dinali Alles counts over 36 years of be in charge of Gateway. He is credited of the largest school in the country, experience in education. As a trained with placing the Gateway brand on the Royal College Colombo, became teacher of English she served the map as a provider of technology-based, the Deputy Principal of a co-ed Government of Sri Lanka for 21 years high-quality education through a large government school, President’s before she took up duties at Gateway. network of institutions that include College, and finally supported her She has made an immense contribution 5 International Schools, 2 National husband, late Mr R I T Alles to to laying down processes and adopting Curriculum Schools, a Graduate School, establish one of the best international Global Best Practices in teaching at and over 12 training centres spread schools, Gateway College, from bottom Gateway College. She keeps a close across the country. Some of Gateway’s up within a span of only twenty years. eye on Gateway Primary Schools’ educational programmes have been drawing on her vast experience as a used in twelve countries in three Being an active teacher and teacher and administrator. As a Director continents. Gateway also has a group administrator, Mrs Alles focused on the of Gateway College, she is actively of Kindergartens in the UK. Dr Alles is discipline and the holistic development involved in the Management of the also a Director of the Universal College of the students. This dual focus was school in Colombo and also takes a Lanka that offers the Monash University instrumental in elevating the standard personal interest to ensure maintenance programmes in Sri Lanka. of the schools she was involved in. of standards and quality as expected by In early years of Gateway, Mrs Alles the Board. He has won two “Young Scientists also concentrated on developing Scholarship” Awards and a Presidential leadership skills of the students as well Award for Research. In 2000, he was as the usage of English Language in recognised as “The Outstanding Young the school environment. This focus Person of the Year” for the contribution made the students more confident he made towards IT education of and engaged in school activities. children. In 2003, he was adjudged the Gold Winner of the CIMA Pinnacle Awards to be the “Outstanding Businessman of the Year”. In April 2018, the Chartered Management Institute named him the “Best CEO of the Year” in the services category of large organisations. Dr Alles was also the architect in setting up The International Schools of Sri Lanka (TISSL) as its Founder Chairman. TISSL is the umbrella organisation consisting of the leading international schools in Sri Lanka. 22 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Board of Directors Mr Herath is held in high esteem as the group’s daily operations at a “father figure” in view of the width an upper management level. In and the depth of his experience in the addition, he functions as a working Field of Education and Educational director of Springfield College, an Administration. He also has won English Medium National Curriculum great respect for the way in which School that is fully-owned by the Gateway College Kandy has won Gateway Group. recognition and prestige during the Mr Asoka B Herath years of his stewardship. Mr Herath’s Director gift for resolving problems of parents, teachers, students and support staff Mr Asoka Banda Herath has over without the flaring-up of open acrimony 50 years of practical experience in is an invaluable gift in a head of an education in Sri Lanka. He started institution, and therefore is highly his teaching profession as a special admired by all who work with him. trained teacher in Mathematics and retired as the Principal of Dharmaraja Mr Ramantha Alles College, Kandy, which he elevated Director into becoming the most sought-after With seven years experience in Government boys’ school outside the corporate sector of Sri Lanka, Colombo. Mr Ramantha Alles is the most recent addition to the Gateway Mr Herath served Dharmaraja College Group’s Board of Directors. Educated for over 30 years in various roles, as an in the United States of America, he Advanced Level teacher, sub warden of completed his degree with a Bachelor the hostel, coach and master in charge of Science in Aeronautics and in of cricket, Deputy Principal and finally as Business Administration. Upon his the Principal, even beyond retirement, return to Sri Lanka, he began his at the request of the Parents and the career at Apogee Holdings, a diverse Old Boys Association of the school. group of companies involved in telecommunication, fire protection, As the Principal of Gateway College and media industries, overseeing Kandy, Mr Herath was instrumental in transforming the school into the most prestigious English medium private school in Kandy. When he took over the school in 2001, it was a little-known school having less than 400 students on its roll. The school is lauded today for excellent academic and curricular record, with student enrolment exceeding 1,300. It is Mr Herath’s sound, down-to-earth practical wisdom, loyalty and unremitting hard work which made that transformation. Mrs Rohini Alles and Mr Asoka Herath, Senior Directors of Gateway College, were awarded the Leadership Lifetime Achievement Award by The International Schools of Sri Lanka (TISSL) for their outstanding service in education. TISSL initiated the Life Time Achievement Awards to recognise dedicated educators 23 who have altered the course of education in Sri Lanka. Gateway College Annual Review 2019

EEdudcautiocnaalisttsiaot tnheahellmists at the helm Mrs Nirmali Wickremesinghe Mrs Vinita Shenoy Mr Gladwin Canagasabey Consultant to the Gateway Principal Gateway College Principal Gateway College Group of Schools Colombo Kandy Mrs Nirmali Wickremesinghe joined Mrs Vinita Shenoy stands in front of Mr Gladwin Canagasabey started his the Gateway Group of Schools in over 30 years of experience in handling educational career in 1988 as a graduate 2014. She brought with her many years tutorials and teaching, both in India and teacher of Botany and Agriculture. Later, he of experience as a teacher in both Sri Lanka. She joined Gateway College joined the Eastern University of Sri Lanka as the state and private schools in Sri Lanka, in June 2010 and since then has Head of Sports and Physical Education where international schools overseas and risen up the ranks to Principal. he served for 11 years. Whilst at the Eastern as a principal of a highly respected University, he also served as a visiting lecturer in private girls’ school. She is recognised Mrs Shenoy is a firm believer in Child Psychology and Educational Psychology. as an educator who transformed the “Education for all”, especially for the In 2004, he was appointed Headmaster of learning approach to be enjoyable to girl child and for the less privileged. S. Thomas’ College, Gurutalawa, where he students while ensuring the holistic Education, to her, encompasses all founded and implemented the preschool and development of the child. She enjoys aspects of life and the teacher plays the bilingual medium of education. Later he joined a fine reputation as an innovative most important role – of a role-model, Trinity College, Kandy as the Vice-Principal, educationist who was able to infuse life cheerleader and friend. where he served from 2007 to 2014. Prior to and vitality to the Sri Lankan National joining Gateway College, he was Registrar at Curriculum. She has, thereby, brought As a Principal, she stands committed to the prestigious General Sir John Kotelawala in many new perspectives and best take forward the vision of the Founder, Defence University, Ratmalana. Mr Canagasabey practices to make education even more as well as the Chairman and the Board also served as the Manager of Hillwood dynamic at Gateway. of Directors. Having played an active College, Kandy and was on the Advisory Board role in Gateway’s journey to becoming of the Church Missionary Schools (CMSC) in As a Consultant to all Gateway one of Sri Lanka’s top International Sri Lanka. schools, Mrs Wickremesinghe plays Schools, she is now looking forward a key role in formulating policies, to usher the school in to its next level Mr Canagasabey holds a Bachelor of Science developing curriculum, and textbooks, of excellence. Mrs Vinita Shenoy is a in Agriculture (Honours Degree) from the professionally developing teachers graduate in Commerce and also in Eastern University of Sri Lanka and a Master and acting as counsel to the heads of Teaching Technology, whilst holding of Science in Organisational Management Gateway schools. She also personally an MBA in HR. In addition, she has from the Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, spearheaded the pilot project for Global completed her Diploma in Computer University of Peradeniya. He had also Perspectives, for which Gateway College Science and also in Human Rights. completed his Post Graduate Diploma in was selected by Cambridge International Mrs Shenoy is a nurturer by nature, Applied Psychology at the Colombo Institute Examinations UK. hence loves being with children. of Research and Psychology and Post Graduate She is an ardent lover of nature and Diploma in Education at the National Institute Leadership is one of the few qualified teachers of of Education in Sri Lanka. Furthermore, he Ikebana in Sri Lanka, having received obtained a Merit Pass in “Diploma in Child her credentials from the Sogetsu Psychology” at the American College of School of Japan. Higher Education and Post Graduate Diploma in Management at the Open University With her nurturing nature, she of Sri Lanka. His career in education and encourages students, staff and administration spans over a period of 32 years, parents to the best of her ability. during which time, he has made important strides within the education system in Sri Lanka with emphasis on pastoral care. 24 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Educationalists at the helm Mrs Devika Alldis Mrs Priyanthi Seneviratne Principal Gateway College Principal Gateway Colleges Negombo Dehiwala and Ratmalana Mrs Devika Alldis’ career in education After obtaining her BA from the spans over 25 years in government and University of Kelaniya, Mrs Priyanthi international schools. She has taught Seneviratne began her professional English Language, English Literature career at Ladies’ College, Colombo. and Western Classical Civilisation at She counts over 17 years of experience both International General Certificate at Ladies’, teaching Greek and Roman of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and Civilisation and English for Advanced GCE Advanced Level. Additionally, Level classes. She was the Head of the she has been a Teacher Trainer, English department at Ladies’ for eight Examination Officer and a Visiting years and a member of the staff council. University Lecturer. In 2008, she was appointed as Headmistress of Gateway She was responsible for curriculum College Negombo. development in English Language and Literature at both Primary Her dynamism and energy have and Secondary levels. Under her contributed greatly to the rapid direction, Ladies’ College maintained progress of the establishment and its reputation for English literary her ability to hold the entire school excellence. community together as a family has been the hallmark of her success. Later, Mrs Seneviratne took up Mrs Alldis holds a BA in English the challenges of the corporate Language and Literature from the sector for 12 years. Under her University of Sri Jayewardenepura and leadership, the regional office of an MA in Linguistics from the University The Chartered Institute of Marketing of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. UK (CIM Sri Lanka), won the international award for “Best CIM She was professionally trained at Region” four times. the Teacher Training College, Peradeniya and received her TEFL Mrs Seneviratne re-entered qualification from the University of academia in 2011, serving as Principal Toronto. of a leading international school. Three years later, she joined Gateway College. Leadership Gateway College Annual Review 2019 25

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Educationalists at the helm The Gateway The Gateway Experience Experience 28 Students 66 Teachers 82 Innovation 92 Future focus 109 Framework Gateway College Annual Review 2019 27

SStudteunts dents The Gateway experience is enriched by our students, who form lasting bonds and friendships, and bring new energy and ideas to the school. 28 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Students Gateway is about Student body unified community GC – Colombo 2017 2018 2019 Gateway believes in community, and our diverse GC – Kandy 1,899 1,963 student body reflects this in every way, be it in GC – Negombo 1,323 1,320 1,976* race, ethnicity, geography, religion, academic and GC – Dehiwala 1,325* extra-curricular interest, family circumstance, and GC – Ratmalana 858 910 socio-economic background. Our students are 927 929 930 united by our vision – to be good citizens, with Total 873 healthy bodies, and healthy minds. 5,007 5,122 111 At Gateway, we cultivate a collective spirit, valuing 5,215 and embracing diversity, while fostering excellence through the unique contribution and ability of *Schools operating at capacity each and every child. In an increasingly divisive world, our belief of “unity in diversity” ushers No. in sociocultural harmony. With the multinational, 2,000 multicultural, and multi-ethnic student population at Gateway College, our students grow up 1,600 learning to embrace diversity. Observances of all major faiths are practised daily in all schools and 1,200 the entire school community comes together to celebrate religious and cultural events. 800 400 0 GCC GCK GCN GCD GCR The Gateway Experience Gateway College Annual Review 2019 29

Students Bringing our love of learning to a host of new students each year and providing a springboard for our graduates as they aspire to greatness, the Gateway family is growing from strength to strength. Enrolments at year one Year 13 graduates GC – Colombo 2017 2018 2019 GC – Colombo 2017 2018 2019 GC – Kandy 120 130 GC – Kandy 95 122 110 GC – Negombo 111 153 GC – Negombo 46 GC – Dehiwala 88 99 GC – Dehiwala 28 62 65 GC – Ratmalana 56 72 63 21 28 24 63 62 77 32 42 38 No. No. 175 125 140 100 105 75 70 50 35 25 0 0 GCC GCK GCN GCD GCR GCC GCK GCN GCD 2017 2018 2019 2017 2018 2019 The Gateway Experience 30 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Students Nationalities Sri Lankan Australian British Canadian Filipino Japanese Korean Maldivian Pakistani Indian French Singaporean Chinese Syrian Norwegian German Austrian Israeli Seychelles Malaysian Code of conduct all can thrive. Within such an atmosphere, our students learn to take responsibility, be Our code of conduct encourages self-respect, accountable to others, and respect people and discipline, honesty, trust, good manners, and property, thereby paving the way for them to positive relationships. We strive to create a become upstanding citizens. secure, calm, and creative environment in which The Gateway Experience Gateway College Annual Review 2019 31

Students Gateway is about all-round excellence Fostering a love of learning is at the heart of everything we do at Gateway. From re-imagining the learning experience to constantly reviewing our curriculum and content, we are committed to excellence. Our dedicated teachers also work tirelessly, providing individual attention and care to ensure no student is left behind. Academic Highlights Highest number Best of Edexcel High Advanced Level Achiever Awards results Eighth consecutive year (5 A*) in Sri Lanka The Gateway Experience Best IGCSE results Five students with (11 Grade ‘9’s and 2A*) in Sri Lanka 4A* Best at Advanced Level Performance at Primary and Ten students with Lower Secondary Achievement 3A* Tests in Sri Lanka or more at Advanced Level 41 students with Gold Award for Pearson Edexcel 7 highest grades Community Service or more at IGCSE 32 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Students Key stage tests Edexcel Primary and Lower Secondary Curriculum (PLSC) – Primary P3-P1 98% 100% 100% Shows the percentage who have Science reached or exceeded the level of English Mathematics expected achievement 36% 28% 65%P3 Shows the percentage who have English Mathematics Science performed above average Boundary marks Maximum mark P3 P2 P1 60 38 27 18 Primary PLSC 60 50 33 14 60 51 38 26 English Mathematics Science Edexcel Primary and Lower Secondary Curriculum (PLSC) – Lower Secondary S4-S1 90% 97% 97% Shows the percentage who have reached or exceeded the level of English Mathematics Science expected achievement S4-S3 30% 45% 25% Shows the percentage who have performed above average English Mathematics Science Boundary marks Secondary PLSC Maximum mark S4 S3 S2 S1 English 70 44 40 33 27 The Gateway Experience Mathematics 80 73 63 37 16 Science 80 69 61 44 25 Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint – Global Perspectives 16% 49% 32% Silver Gold Bronze Gateway College Annual Review 2019 33

Students International General Certificate than 11 subjects at IGCSE level. This exposure of Secondary Education (IGCSE) also helps them make more informed decisions when selecting subjects for their Advanced Level. Exposure to a broad range of subjects and To match market needs and reduce the pressure disciplines gives students a well-rounded of examinations on students, three subjects are understanding of different aspects of industry taken in Year 10 – General Science, Information and society. Students develop a deeper and Communications Technology (ICT), and understanding of each subject and how these Commerce. These subjects ensure that all diverse areas of knowledge are connected to students receive a foundation in three areas that each other, either directly or indirectly, thus are integral to succeeding in the modern world. stoking their curiosity about the world. For this reason, we insist that our students take no less International General Certificate of Secondary Education % 100 80 60 40 20 0 Art and Design Accounting Astronomy Biology Business Chemistry Commerce Computer Science Economics English Language English Literature French Further Pure Maths Geography Human Biology History ICT Mathematics A Mathematics B Physics Psychology Sinhala Science (Single Award) 9–1 9–4 The introduction of the new grading system of Pearson Edexcel (9 to 1) in which the previous A* has been divided into 9 and 8 grades – 9 being the higher A*; has not hindered the Gateway students from continuing their excellence at IGCSE. The Gateway Experience BTEC Sport BTEC Engineering 80% 40% 100% 100% Pass Rate Distinction and Pass Rate Distinction and Distinction* Distinction* 34 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Students Advanced Level Gateway Colleges offer a wide range of subjects for students at the Advanced Level in preparation for their undergraduate studies. All students are required to take a minimum of four subjects at Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level and three subjects at Advanced Level (A2). Students also have the option of combining Edexcel Advanced Level subjects with the Diploma Programmes of NCC Education, UK. Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Advanced Level (A2) % % 100 100 80 80 60 60 40 40 20 20 0 0 Accounting Accounting Biology Computer Science Business Biology Chemistry Business Computer Science Chemistry Economics Economics English Language and Literature English Literature Further Mathematics French Further Mathematics Geography Mathematics Geography Mathematics Physics Psychology Physics A2 Math (Year 12) Psychology A* – E A* – C A* – E LawA* – C The Gateway Experience Gateway College Annual Review 2019 35

Students Gateway is about experiences, teaches them essential life-skills, pursuing distinction and helps them lead healthier, more active lives. We take our responsibility very seriously, working Providing students with space to engage in closely with students to ensure that they are able various co-curricular and extra-curricular activities to experience everything we offer. is an essential part of the Gateway experience. Research shows strong linkages between Our co-curricular and extra-curricular offerings co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, where and culture set us apart. We strongly believe one influences the other to create strong academic in holistic education that develops students’ performance, higher academic aspirations and a confidence and self-esteem, leadership abilities, more positive attitude to learning and schooling and inter-personal skills. A rounded education among students. also exposes students to new opportunities and 36 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

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Students Events January February March April May June • Inter International • Inter International School • Sports Day – Foundation • Avurudu • Inter International • Inter School Under Scrabble Tournament and KS1 Celebrations School Under 13 G/B International 14 and Under • Poetry Slam • Inter International School and Basketball Tournament School Under 18 Soccer • International Forum for Under 13 Cricket Tournament blessings • Inter International 12 and Under Tournament Students • Colombo operated MUN for students School Under 12 G/B 14 G/B Tennis • Inter International • Inter International School • Inter International School sitting for Soccer Tournament Tournament GCC School Festival Under 20 Girls Soccer Under 14 and Under 20 Girls exams • Inter International • Joint Staff of Arts • ISAC Soccer Tournament • STEAM Tour School Under 14 Meeting • Maths Day • Year 13 Prefects – Last • IC3 Regional Forum to India G/B Badminton • Bhakthee • French Day Day of Office – Induction • Inter International School • France Tour Tournament Gee • Football Big Match of New Prefect Board Under 12 Girls Badminton • ASAP • Inter International (2019-20) Tournament Programme School Under • National Day Celebrations • Under 16 International for year 12s 20 Netball • Inter-Gateway French Day Schools Soccer Tournament Tournament • Inter International • International Forum for • IC3 Regional Forum • Avurudu • Inter International • Poson Bakthi celebrations School Under Students • Inter International School School Under 13 G/B Gee • STEAM Tour 14 and Under • ISAC Under 13 Cricket Tournament to India Basketball Tournament • ASAP 18 Soccer • Inter International School • Inter International School • Inter International Programme GCK Tournament Scrabble Tournament Under 12 Girls Badminton School Under 12 G/B for year 12s • Inter International • Primary Exhibition Tournament Soccer Tournament • Foundation School Under • Foundation/KS1 Concert • Primary Exhibition • Inter International and KS1 20 Netball • Inter Gateway French Day School Under 14 Sports Meet Tournament • National Day Celebrations G/B Badminton • Badminton • Football Big Match • Appointment of the new Tournament House matches Prefects’ Guild • Wesak Lantern • Joint Staff Competition Meeting • Field Trip KS1 • Inter Gateway French Day • IC3 Regional Forum • Avurudu • Sil programme Celebrations • Joint Staff • Anniversary • Field Trip – Secondary • Sports Meet – Meeting Celebrations • National Day Celebrations Foundation/KS1 • Inter and Fair • Inter-House • Inter International School International School Under GCN • Football Big Match Basketball 2019 Under 13 Cricket Tournament 12 and Under 14 G/B Tennis • ISAC Tournament • ASAP • Digital Art Competition Programme for year 12s • International Forum for students • Appointment of new prefects • Inter-House Quiz • Inter Gateway French Day • Inter International School • Avurudu • Inter International • Primary • Trade Fair – • National Day Celebrations Under 13 Cricket Tournament Celebrations School Under 13 G/B Concert Business Club • History Day • Inter International School • STEAM Tour Basketball Tournament • Joint Staff The Gateway Experience • Poetry/Oratory • Science Exhibition Under 12 Girls Badminton to India • Inter International Meeting GCD Finals – Primary • Sports Day – Foundation Tournament • France Tour School Under 12 G/B • ASAP • Inter International and KS1 • IC3 Regional Forum Soccer Tournament Programme School Under • ISAC • Colombo operated MUN • Inter International for Year 12s 20 Netball • International Forum for School Under 14 Tournament students G/B Badminton • Inter-House • Appointment of new Tournament Debating Prefects' Cabinet • Football Big Match GCR • Football Big Match • National Day Celebrations • Stroke Walk • Avurudu • Primary Celebrations Concert • Poetry • Foundation and KS1 • Joint Staff Competition Sports Day Meeting 38 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Students July August September October November December • Soul Rhythm • Inter Gateway MUN • Musaeus – Rohini Alles • Founder’s Day • Islamic Day • Christmas Carols • Primary Exhibition • Road Race • Sports Forum Challenge Trophy Annual • Sports Meet • Remembrance • Frost 2019 • Graduation 2019 • Holi Celebrations • History Tour to Netball Encounter • Saraswathi Puja Day • The Griffins – Inter • Summer Camp – Moscow And St. • Kids Talent • Sinhala Day • Inter Gateway Athletics Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Singapore Petersburg • Secondary Exhibition • Awards Day International Championship • Inter-House Debating • Colors Nite • University Of • International Forum for Swimming • Prefects Camp Nottingham Teachers Meet Summer Camp, • Alles – Gunasekera Cup Malaysia • Shakespeare Drama • BTEC Annual Competition Expedition • Choir Festival • Colours Nite organised by • Graduation • Inter House Swimming Meet • Founder’s Day • Awards Day • Christmas Carols GCK • Inter Gateway MUN • International Forum for • Sports Forum • Gilampasa Puja • Islamic Day • Prefects Camp – • Talent Show • University Of Teachers • Netball, Karate, Chess, • Shakespeare Drama • Sports Meet • Remembrance organised by GCK Nottingham Table Tennis, Basketball and Summer Camp, Competition • Saraswathi Puja Day • Religious Football House matches Malaysia • Choir Festival • Class trips • BTEC Annual • Class trips KS1 • Swimming day activities for • Summer Camp – Expedition Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Foundation 20th Anniversary University, Singapore and KS1 celebrations • Inter • The Griffins – Inter International Gateway Athletics Swimming Championship Meet • Inter-house Football • Graduation • Inter-House Sports Meet • Founder’s Day/ • Inter • Christmas Carols Tournament • Sports Forum • Choir Festival Teacher’s Day International • Prefects Camp • First Holy Communion • Inter Gateway MUN • TEDx – Youth Event • Inter House Swimming • The Griffins – Inter • Inter House Swimming Meet • University Of • International Forum Chess Meet Gateway Athletics • Graduation –Kindergarten Nottingham for Teachers Tournament • Islamic Day Championship and Year 2 Summer Camp, • Shakespeare Drama • Saraswathi Puja • Remembrance • Colors Nite Malaysia Competition Day – • Inter-House Netball • BTEC Annual Religious Tournament Expedition Ceremonies • Talent Show • Awards Day • Summer Camp – Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Singapore • Kids Talent Identification • Graduation • Inter-house Swimming Meet • Founder’s Day • Awards Day • Christmas Carols • KG Graduation • Colors Nite • Inter Gateway MUN • Primary Singing Competition • Sports Meet • Islamic Day • The Griffins – Inter • Inter Gateway Speak Out • Inter Gateway Debating • Sports Forum Finals • Saraswathi Puja • Remembrance Gateway Athletics • Summer Camp – • History Tour to • Choir Festival • Sinhala Day Day Championship The Gateway Experience Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Singapore Moscow And St. • International Forum for Teachers • Inter • Inter • Prefects' Camp Petersburg • Netball Big Match International International • University Of • Basketball Big Match Swimming Swimming Nottingham • Shakespeare Drama Meet Meet Summer Camp, Competition Malaysia • BTEC Annual Expedition • Kids Talent Identification • Sports Forum • Netball Encounter with Musaeus • Founder’s Day • Awards Day • Christmas Carols • KG Graduation • The Griffins – Inter • Choir Festival • Sport Meet • Islamic Day Gateway Athletics • International • Saraswathi Puja Championship Forum for Teachers • Teachers’ Day Gateway College Annual Review 2019 39

Students Sport health and fitness, and inculcates a sense of sportsmanship, competitive spirit, leadership, Gateway has a proud tradition of sporting meticulousness, cooperation, and team spirit. achievement, with students setting records With the pride of place given to sport at Gateway, locally and internationally. We encourage 21 students currently represent Sri Lanka in students to participate, and ensure our campuses various disciplines. Their achievements are a are equipped with facilities that enable them to testament to Gateway’s commitment to sport, compete in a wide variety of sports. In addition and an inspiration to other students who wish to gaining a sense of belonging and increased to take up sport. self-esteem, sport also contributes to better Level of student participation in sports Participation by students GCC GCK GCN GCD GCR No. of students taking part in one sport 560 442 295 293 22 32 No. of students taking part in two sports 364 222 146 170 12 No. of students taking part in three sports or more 235 81 66 160 Sport GC – Colombo GC – Kandy GC – Negombo GC – Dehiwala GC – Ratmalana 2018 2019 2018 2019 2018 2019 2018 2019 2018 2019 Athletics Female 77 85 59 75 65 55 61 20 – 14 Male 112 116 189 201 46 66 78 84 74 50 – 25 Total 99 129 105 141 143 139 135 70 – 39 137 157 Badminton Female 23 46 10 8 73 25 – – Male 236 286 8 96 40 – 2 42 58 9 98 138 Total 178 193 65 104 19 16 169 65 – 2 276 331 The Gateway Experience Basketball Female 58 64 30 40 50 24 – 4 Male 35 40 125 134 132 134 82 103 176 80 – 18 160 174 Total 190 198 112 143 226 104 – 22 Chess Female 23 44 34 30 16 10 – – Male 51 118 71 66 46 33 – – Total 74 162 105 96 62 43 – – 40 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

Students Sport GC – Colombo GC – Kandy GC – Negombo GC – Dehiwala GC – Ratmalana 2018 2019 2018 2019 2018 2019 2018 2019 2018 2019 Cricket Female –– –––– – 10 – – Male 59 79 42 66 33 32 42 30 – – 59 79 42 68 33 32 43 40 – – Total 42 50 Football Female 157 185 –––– 7 15 – – Male 199 235 – 5 78 94 74 59 112 60 – 5 Total 27 31 82 96 78 94 74 60 119 75 109 127 Karate Female 14 15 8 9 10 15 – 13 Male 49 54 21 16 24 17 25 30 – 22 –– 35 31 32 26 35 45 – 35 Total 50 54 Netball Female 17 15 88 105 63 76 79 25 – – Male 27 24 –––––– – – 44 39 88 105 63 76 80 25 – – Total 13 12 Rowing Female 49 50 –––––––– Male 62 62 –––––––– –––––––– Total 109 114 150 160 Squash Female 259 274 ––– 1– – – – Male Total 23 30 –––– 2– – – 38 43 61 73 ––– 1 2 2– – Swimming Female 34 43 58 46 35 69 68 30 – 10 Male 50 56 Total 84 99 98 109 68 75 121 45 – 8 156 155 103 144 189 75 – 18 Table Tennis Female 13 14 – – – – – – The Gateway Experience Male Total 8 7– – – – – – 21 21 – – – – – – Tennis Female 25 35 21 22 2 1 – – Male Total 21 29 49 39 6 5 – 1 46 64 70 61 8 6 – 1 Gateway College Annual Review 2019 41

Students Annual sports encounters his journey as a teacher of Royal College, where he served for over 10 years. Mr Alles did yeoman Annual encounters or “big-matches” between service to the country as the Founder Principal schools have long been a popular feature in the of D S Senanayake College and later functioned Sri Lankan sports calendar. Taking our place as State Secretary of Education. Remembered by in the calendar, Gateway College has forged many as one of the finest educators the country partnerships with three prestigious schools in has produced, Mr Alles is also the Founder of Sri Lanka. Gateway College. S. Thomas’ vs. Gateway: Inaugural Annual Before the main Under – 20 game, the event Football Encounter – Neville De Alwis-Ralph was celebrated with two smaller matches. Alles Challenge Trophy The first one which took place between the Under – 14 team of Gateway College Colombo In line with the tremendous increase in popularity and S.Thomas' College saw the former win 3 – 0 of Football in Sri Lanka, S. Thomas’ College and on a penalty shoot out. The second match was Gateway College joined hands to initiate an an invitational game between the Under – 20 annual encounter between the two schools to team of Gateway College Colombo and Visaka take football to the next level in Sri Lanka. Vidyalaya, which was won by the latter 2 – 0. The encounter was the first of its kind, where one Gateway College Colombo outplayed S. Thomas’ of Sri Lanka’s oldest Private Schools and a Premier College Mt. Lavinia as they displayed great skill International School – one of the youngest in and proceeded to win the first annual Neville De the island – joined hands to build a platform Alwis-Ralph Alles Challenge Trophy 5 –1. Areeb for students with diverse values, cultures, and Niyas of Gateway College was named the Most backgrounds to bond in healthy rivalry and Valuable Player of the game and Aaqib Imthiyaz camaraderie. The inaugural encounter took place the Best Goalkeeper of the game. The lively and on Saturday, 26 January 2019 at the Gateway fun-filled event included a fusion of music and a College Ratmalana grounds. special collaboration between the Western Bands The schools competed for the “Neville De of both schools. Alwis-Ralph Alles Challenge Trophy”, named after The Gateway Experience two key personalities connected to the schools. The late Mr Neville de Alwis served as the 15th Warden of S. Thomas’ College from 1983 to 1998, and during his tenure, the School witnessed growth and development in all spheres including academic, extra-curricular, and infrastructure. Thomians who graduated during his period of stewardship testify, even today, to his visionary leadership and outstanding qualities as an educator. The late Mr Ralph Alles commenced 42 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

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Students Royal vs. Gateway: Annual basketball As per tradition, an Under – 15 match and a girls’ encounter – Alles-Gunasekara Cup invitational Under – 19 game between Gateway College and Devi Balika Vidyalaya were played The “Alles-Gunasekara Cup” is named after before the main Under – 19 encounter. The two key personalities – the late Mr R I T Alles Under – 15 match saw Gateway College Colombo and the late Mr E Christie Gunasekara. emerge winners with 42 – 23, while the girls of Mr Gunasekara – a Royalist himself – was a Gateway College Colombo kept up this winning longstanding Vice Principal of Royal College streak by beating Devi Balika Vidyalaya 51 – 25. and a former President of the Sri Lanka Schools The Royal team- captained by Venuja Gamlath Basketball Association. He is respected for his had been playing together from their Under – 15 unrelenting commitment to uplift the discipline days. Several players in the team were in last and standards at Royal College during his day. year’s Under – 20 Jathika Pasal winning team. The 3rd annual encounter was a thrilling event, The Gateway team was captained by Chevaan as these annual encounters have already created de Costa who won the all-island Under – 15 a “big match” atmosphere between the two Most Valuable Player award. The relatively young schools. The skill, fun, and excitement witnessed Gateway team were the winners of this year’s during these encounters have contributed Jathika Pasal games and was an unbeaten team towards the objective of making Basketball a in Sri Lanka. spectator sport. Royal College won the first encounter while Gateway College won the cup in the second year. This year’s event held on Sunday, 22 September 2019 at the Sugathadasa (Indoor) Stadium ended in favour of the Royal team. Full-time scores read 59-47. The Gateway Experience 44 Gateway College Annual Review 2019

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Students Musaeus vs. Gateway: Annual netball She played a decisive role in the establishment of encounter – Marie Musaeus-Rohini Alles Gateway Primary School and continues to play an Challenge Trophy important leadership role at Gateway. The inaugural game was a thrilling encounter in The annual encounter between Musaeus College which the Musaeus girls emerged victors over the and Gateway College, held in honour of the Gateway girls with a slender margin of 2 points, founders of the two schools, is now in its second winning the game 27-25. year. The 2nd annual encounter was held on Saturday, Established in 1891, Musaeus College has 7 September 2019 at the Gateway College progressed steadily and evolved into one of Ratmalana grounds. The main focus of the the country’s most sought after academic encounter was the Under – 20 match between institutions for the education of young girls. the two schools. An exhibition match between The school owes much to its founder Mrs Marie Methodist College and Gateway College Kandy Musaeus Higgins, a German educationist, who followed by an Under – 15 match were played at authored several publications based on Buddhist the start of the event. Gateway College Kandy and Sinhala cultural themes and is recognised emerged absolute winners in the exhibition as a pioneer in female education in the country. match, beating Methodist College 12 – 0, while The school aims to encourage students to involve the Under – 15 match saw Musaeus College themselves in all spheres of co-curricular and achieve victory with a score of 30 – 13. extra-curricular activities. Both teams had players who represented their Gateway College’s reputation as one of country in the Asian Youth Netball Championship Sri Lanka’s premium educational institutions is and the Sri Lanka Schools Netball team. Gateway’s largely owing to the leadership of Mrs Rohini Aneesha Perera and Vishmika Rathnayake were Alles, a former teacher of Royal College and the part of the team that finished 3rd in the Asian Youth founder Deputy Principal of President’s College. Championship, while Tiana Bollegala from Musaeus College represented the Sri Lanka Schools side. Musaeus College secured a dominant 38-18 win against Gateway College to retain the Marie Musaeus-Rohini Alles Challenge Trophy. 46 Gateway College Annual Review 2019