Gateway College Recognised as a HarperCollins Partner School at London International Book Fair

April 20, 2026 at 10:14 AM
From (L to R): Anishka Alles – Director Gateway, Dr. Harsha Alles – Chairman Gateway, Rob Thompson - International Sales Director and Charlene Cawte - Head of International
From (L to R): Anishka Alles – Director Gateway, Dr. Harsha Alles – Chairman Gateway, Rob Thompson – International Sales Director and Charlene Cawte – Head of International

At the recently concluded London International Book Fair held at London Olympia, Gateway College was recognised as a Partner School of HarperCollins Publishers. Dr. Harsha Alles, Chairman, and Ms. Anishka Alles, Director, received the recognition plaque from Rob Thompson, International Sales Director, and Charlene Cawte, Head of International Marketing. With only 18 Collins Partner Schools globally, Gateway College is the first in Sri Lanka and South Asia to receive this distinction.

HarperCollins Publishers is a British-American multinational publishing conglomerate and one of the world’s leading publishing houses that operates in over 15 countries. They publish a wide range of content across fiction, non-fiction, education, and children’s books. With a history dating back over 200 years, HarperCollins is renowned for working with some of the world’s most celebrated authors while also providing high-quality educational resources used by schools globally.

Joining the Collins network of schools means becoming part of a vibrant and collaborative global community dedicated to achieving excellence in education. Collins Partner Schools are at the forefront of teaching innovation, working together with Collins to enhance the quality of their educational offering. Collins offer a range of benefits for Partner Schools and constantly look for ways to better support them. By listening to Partner School needs and recommendations, Collins ensure resources evolve to provide greater value over time. This partnership allows schools to not only enjoy tailored support and exclusive opportunities, but also provide valuable insights, helping shape and improve the resources they develop for teachers and students worldwide.