Gateway Colleges celebrates an outstanding international achievement by four of its students, who represented Sri Lanka at the 19th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO) 2026 in Turin, Italy, and collectively secured an impressive 10 medals across individual, team and project events the highest medal tally ever achieved by Sri Lanka at the Olympiad to date.

Held from 20 to 27 August 2026 and hosted by the University of Turin, IESO brought together talented young Earth Scientists from countries around the world for a challenging programme of theoretical, practical and field-based assessments. The competition covered a wide range of disciplines, including geology, geophysics, meteorology, oceanography, terrestrial astronomy and environmental science. Students also had the opportunity to collaborate internationally on field investigations and research projects.

The success of the four students followed their strong performances at the 16th Sri Lankan Earth Science Olympiad Competition, organised by the Geological Society of Sri Lanka, where Gateway students featured prominently among the country’s top performers. Significantly, all four members of the final team selected to represent Sri Lanka were Gateway students three from Gateway College Colombo and Selvendra Jathuran from Gateway College Dehiwala, who emerged as the overall winner. Gateway students made a remarkable contribution to Sri Lanka’s success at the Olympiad, with all four members of the national team returning with medals.

LosaraKulatunge, from Gateway College Colombo, delivered an exceptional performance, securing a Gold Medal for the Earth Science Project and a Silver Medal for the International Team Field Investigation. His achievement in the Earth Science Project was the highest medal awarded to a Gateway student at the competition and was a significant contribution to Sri Lanka’s overall success.

AyodhInduwara Abeyratne, from Gateway College Colombo, also enjoyed an impressive medal-winning performance. He secured a Silver Medal for the International Team Field Investigation, together with Bronze Medals for the Earth Science Project and the Written Practical Individual Test. His success across three different components of the Olympiad demonstrates both his breadth of knowledge and his ability to apply his skills in individual and collaborative settings.

Gamlathralalage Mihin Apsara, from Gateway College Colombo, earned a Silver Medal for the Earth Science Project and a Bronze Medal for the Written Practical Individual Test. His achievements reflect a strong combination of research, scientific understanding and practical application.

Selvendra Jathuran, from Gateway College Dehiwala, continued his outstanding performance on the international stage by securing a Silver Medal for the Earth Science Project, along with Bronze Medals for the International Team Field Investigation and the Written Practical Individual Test. Jathuran’s achievement follows his success at the national level, where he emerged as the first-place overall student at the 16th Sri Lankan Earth Science Olympiad Competition.

Together, the four students secured 10 medals for Sri Lanka, comprising one Gold, four Silver and five Bronze medals.

The achievement is particularly significant considering the demanding nature of IESO, where students are assessed not only on their individual knowledge and practical skills, but also on their ability to investigate real-world Earth Science challenges, conduct fieldwork and collaborate with students from different countries.

Their journey to the international stage was the result of months of preparation, dedication and rigorous selection, culminating in the opportunity to represent Sri Lanka among some of the world’s most promising young Earth Science students.

This exceptional performance is a testament to the students’ passion for science, their commitment to learning and their ability to excel on an international stage. It also reflects Gateway Colleges’ continued emphasis on scientific inquiry, critical thinking, research and academic excellence.

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Gateway Colleges has once again demonstrated its strength in the sciences, with four students selected to represent Sri Lanka at the 19th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO) 2026, following outstanding performances at the 16th Sri Lankan Earth Science Olympiad Competition organised by the Geological Society of Sri Lanka.

The International Earth Science Olympiad will be held in Turin, Italy, from 20 to 27 August 2026. Hosted by the University of Turin, the eight-day competition brings together national teams from more than 40 countries for a combination of theoretical, practical, and field-based assessments covering geology, geophysics, meteorology, oceanography, terrestrial astronomy, and environmental science. Participants will also collaborate in international teams on field investigations and research projects conducted in the Alpine environment.

Selection to the Sri Lankan team was based on performance in both a written examination and a final interview. Selvendra Jathuran of Gateway College Dehiwala emerged as the overall first-place winner in the national competition. He will be joined in the Sri Lankan team by Ayodh Induwara Abeyratne, Losara Kulatunge, and Gamlathralalage Mihin Apsara, all from Gateway College Colombo.

Gateway students were also strongly represented among the country’s highest achievers overall, with several earning invitations to the final interview stage after placing within the national top fifteen. In addition to the four students selected to represent Sri Lanka, Neesha Hanarasinghe (Gateway College Dehiwala), Jasmine Angela Balasuriya (Gateway College Colombo), and Jehan Gunarathne (Gateway College Colombo) were also recognised for their excellent performances in the competition.

The fact that all the students selected to represent Sri Lanka this year come from Gateway Colleges is a noteworthy reflection of the Group’s sustained emphasis on scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and academic excellence. Their achievement is a credit not only to their talent and dedication, but also to the guidance of their teachers and the encouragement of their families throughout a demanding national selection process.

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Gateway Colleges proudly celebrate a series of outstanding achievements in karate, highlighted by national championship victories and the selection of a student to represent Sri Lanka at the international level.

The highest honour belongs to Kenneth Juan Yan of Gateway College Colombo, who has been selected to represent Sri Lanka at the 10th South Asian Cadet, Junior, Under-21 & Senior Karate Championship and the 2nd South Asian Under-14 Karate Championship, to be held from 15 to 19 July 2026 in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Following the national selection process conducted by the Working Task Force for Karate-Do under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Kenneth earned his place in the Sri Lanka team and will compete in the Under-10 Boys Individual Kumite (-40kg) event. His selection follows an outstanding performance at the Karate-Do Federation National Championship 2026, where he won the championship title in the Under-13 Boys Kumite event, securing his place in the national squad.

Representing Sri Lanka is one of the highest honours an athlete can achieve, and Kenneth’s selection is a proud milestone for Gateway College Colombo and the entire Gateway Group.

Gateway students also enjoyed remarkable success at the Sri Lanka Schools Junior Karate Championship 2026, organised by the Sri Lanka Schools Karate-Do Association and held at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium, with several students emerging as national champions.

Imandee Wickrama Edirisooriya of Gateway College Colombo was crowned National Champion after winning the Gold Medal (Merit Award) in the Under-13 Girls Black Belt (Level 5) Kata event at the All-Island Championship. Having qualified through the Western Province Championship, she produced an exceptional performance to claim the national title.

Gateway College Dehiwala’s R.A.D. Danula Dinhas Rajapaksha also became an All-Island Champion, winning 1st place in the Under-11 Kata category.

Gateway College Ratmalana’s Samuel Akira Herath was likewise crowned All-Island Champion after securing 1st place in the Under-10 Kata category.

The Western Province Junior Karate Championship also produced further success for Gateway College Colombo. Shenuri Rathnayake qualified for the All-Island Championship in the Under-13 Girls Level 3 Kata category, where she represented the school with distinction.

These achievements reflect the strength of the karate programme across the Gateway Group and are a testament to the dedication of the students, the expertise of their coaches, and the unwavering encouragement of their families.

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Gateway College Colombo’s Under-20 Girls’ Football Team capped off a remarkable season by winning the Sri Lanka Schools Colombo District Championship before securing an impressive fourth-place finish at the Sri Lanka Schools All Island Under-20 Football Championship.

The team displayed outstanding form throughout the district tournament, defeating Vishaka Vidyalaya 8–1 in the semi-final before overcoming Maharagama Central College 4–1 in the final to claim the district title in commanding fashion.

The team’s momentum continued at the All Island Championship, where Gateway became the only school from the Colombo District—and the only international school in Sri Lanka—to reach the semi-finals. Their outstanding campaign established them among the top four girls’ school football teams in the country.

The third-place playoff proved to be one of the most exciting matches of the tournament. After a closely contested encounter ended 2–2 at full time, the match was decided by a penalty shootout. Gateway narrowly missed out on the bronze medal, going down 3–2 on penalties, but their spirited performance throughout the tournament earned them widespread admiration.

The team was led with distinction by Captain Hiruki Dasanayake, while Vice-Captain Shama Sabry provided invaluable leadership and composure throughout the season. Every member of the squad played an important role in this outstanding achievement, demonstrating commitment, resilience and teamwork at every stage of the competition.

This success was also made possible by the dedication of the coaching and administrative staff, whose meticulous preparation, unwavering support and tireless efforts throughout the season created the environment for the team to excel. Their collective contribution has been instrumental in establishing Gateway College as one of the leading forces in girls’ school football in Sri Lanka.

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Gateway College Colombo delivered an exceptional performance to emerge as champions of the International Schools Under-15 Basketball Tournament 2026, showcasing outstanding skill, teamwork, and determination throughout the competition.

The tournament brought together 13 boys’ teams from leading international schools, providing a highly competitive platform for young basketball talent. The competition featured 15 group-stage matches, four quarter-finals, two semi-finals, a consolation final, and the championship final.

Drawn in Group A alongside Lyceum International School Wattala, Colombo International School Colombo, and Royal Institute, Gateway College Colombo dominated from the outset. They opened their campaign with a convincing 59–27 victory over Lyceum International School Wattala, followed by an emphatic 55–11 win against Colombo International School Colombo to progress confidently to the knockout stage.

Gateway continued their impressive run with a 44–22 victory over Stafford International School in the quarter-finals before producing a commanding 79–17 win against British School Colombo in the semi-finals.

In the championship final, Gateway faced Lyceum International School Nugegoda in an exciting contest. Displaying excellent teamwork, disciplined defence, and attacking flair, Gateway secured a deserved 65–44 victory to lift the championship trophy.

Final Standings

• Champions: Gateway College Colombo
• Runners-up: Lyceum International School Nugegoda
• Third Place: Elizabeth Moir School
• Fourth Place: British School Colombo

Gateway’s outstanding campaign was further recognised through individual honours:

• Most Valuable Player (MVP): Adeesa Liyanage – Gateway College Colombo
• Best Defensive Player (BDP): Yoram Balasuriya – Gateway College Colombo
• Best Offensive Player (BOP):Sanithu Ariyadasa – Lyceum International School Nugegoda

The team’s success was made possible through the dedication and hard work of its coaching and administrative staff, whose commitment to developing young talent has been instrumental throughout the season.

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Two exceptional swimmers from Gateway College Colombo, Lithum De Silva and Hashel Senarath, have earned selection to represent Sri Lanka at the 12th Asian Age Group Swimming Championships, to be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 17th to 21st July 2026.

The national selection trials, organised by the Sri Lanka Aquatic Sports Union from 8th to 10th May at the Sugathadasa Swimming Pool Complex, brought together the country’s finest young aquatic talent. After three days of fierce competition, Lithum and Hashel secured their spots in the national squad.

Competing in the Under-19 category, Lithum De Silva qualified for the 200m Freestyle and both the 4×100m and 4×200m Freestyle relays. His most commanding performance came in the 200m Freestyle, where he posted a time of 1:57.80, earning 649 World Aquatics points. This will be Lithum’s second appearance at the Asian Age Group Championships, having represented Sri Lanka at the 2024 edition, adding valuable international experience to his growing profile.

In the Under-15 category, Hashel Senarath has announced himself emphatically on the national stage. He earned selection across the 50m, 100m, and 200m Butterfly, as well as multiple relay events. His 200m Butterfly performance proved especially significant, recording a time of 2:16.78 that shattered the Sri Lanka Junior National Record. This will be Hashel’s first international competition, a milestone that underscores his remarkable rise and exceptional potential.

Their selection is a source of immense pride for Gateway College Colombo, and a testament to the talent, discipline, and perseverance of both swimmers, alongside the unwavering support of their coaches and families.

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