Private tuition in Sri Lanka

Private tuition in Sri Lanka, often referred to as the tuition industry or shadow education, refers to supplementary academic instruction provided outside the formal school system for a fee. It is a widespread phenomenon in the country and is closely linked with preparation for national examinations such as the General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level (GCE O/L) and General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A/L).

The sector operates alongside Sri Lanka's free public education system and has grown into a significant parallel education structure. Researchers often describe it as a form of shadow education because it mirrors the curriculum and examination structure of the formal education system.

Private tuition has become a major component of Sri Lanka's education culture and is widely attended by students across both urban and rural areas.

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