Pre-Primary Teacher Training in Colombo
Online pre-primary teacher training for learners in Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka.
Learners in Colombo can take APTTI's pre-primary teacher training online at four levels: Certificate (10th pass, 6 months), Diploma (12th pass, 10 months), PG Diploma (graduates, 12 months) and Integrated PG Diploma (graduates, 18 months). International fees: Certificate US$170, Diploma US$325, PG Diploma US$475, Integrated PG Diploma US$549. No travel is needed.
Teaching pre-primary in Colombo
Colombo has many international, Montessori and private pre-schools.
Most pre-schools in Sri Lanka are privately or community run, and Colombo has many international and Montessori pre-schools.
Requirements to check
Pre-schools are registered with provincial authorities under national early childhood policy; requirements for teachers vary by province.
- Study mode
- Online, self-paced
- Time zone
- SLST (UTC+5:30)
- Classroom languages
- Sinhala, Tamil and English
- Fee currency
- USD
Levels and fees for Colombo
| Level | Eligibility | Hours and duration | Fee (India) | Fee (international) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate | 10th pass | 120 hours / 6 months | ₹10,000 + GST | US$170 |
| Diploma | 12th pass | 200 hours / 10 months | ₹20,000 + GST | US$325 |
| PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 240 hours / 12 months | ₹30,000 + GST | US$475 |
| Integrated PG Diploma | Graduation (any subject) | 480 hours / 18 months | ₹35,000 + GST | US$549 |
Also available online in Colombo
APTTI also offers nursery teacher training, Montessori teacher training, an ECCE course, the International Teaching Diploma and Teaching Young Learners.
Questions from Colombo
Is there a pre-primary teacher training centre in Colombo?
APTTI's course is online, so you study from home in Colombo without travelling to a centre. Admissions can be reached by phone, WhatsApp or email.
What is the pre-primary teacher training fee in Colombo?
US$170 (Certificate), US$325 (Diploma), US$475 (PG Diploma) or US$549 (Integrated PG Diploma).
Can I get a pre-primary teaching job in Colombo after the course?
Private pre-schools and schools in Colombo hire trained pre-primary teachers, and APTTI offers job assistance at the end of the course. Jobs depend on local demand, your qualifications and interviews; no course guarantees placement.
Which level should I choose in Colombo?
10th pass: Certificate. 12th pass: Diploma. Graduates: PG Diploma or Integrated PG Diploma, which suit schools that prefer graduate teachers.