Championing Holistic Education: An Interview with Dr.Nirodha Bandara

In this delightful article, Dr. Nirodha Bandara, Academic Director at Royal Institute International School and Royal Institute of Colombo, shares insights into her journey from academia to education leadership. With a background in Economics and Education Policy, she discusses the challenges of her role, her holistic approach to education, and the evolving landscape of learning in Sri Lanka. 

Words - Sachini Perera
Photos - Jagath Dharmakeerthi

Could you introduce yourself to our readers in brief?

I’m Dr. Nirodha Bandara, a Royal Institute International School alumna. After completing high school, I pursued higher education in the UK for eight years before returning to Sri Lanka to be closer to my family. I have a younger brother working in Australia. Married for four years, I enjoy reading, traveling, exercising, and savoring good food and company in my spare time.

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