Office Working Hours
Contact Numbers
Planing Devision
"PROVIDING EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE SERVICE THROUGH INNOVATION",
Mission
To provide all relevant services to achieve the future aspirations of the students of the Horana Education Zone by managing officers, principals, teachers and other staff in a collaborative manner to achieve national goals.
Zonal Activities
The Planning Division is responsible for maintaining, utilizing, distributing, and analyzing statistical information on the human and physical resources of schools and other educational institutions in the education zone. The main responsibility of this division is to prepare action plans and estimates related to educational development, school administration, and the administration of the Zonal Education Office. The Planning Division also contributes to the coordination of financial aid projects and educational research activities in the zone.
The division is primarily responsible for preparing annual and long-term development plans for schools in the zone, based on national education policies and local needs. It collects and analyzes data related to student enrollment, teacher distribution, school facilities, and performance indicators to support evidence-based decision-making. Another important activity is coordinating with schools to identify their requirements—such as infrastructure, learning materials, and staffing—and prioritizing them within the zonal plan.
The Planning Division also monitors and evaluates the progress of various educational projects and programs, ensuring they are implemented effectively and within the allocated budget. It assists in the preparation of budget estimates and ensures proper allocation and utilization of funds for development activities. In addition, the division works closely with other sections (like administration and teacher establishment) to align planning with human resource and administrative needs.
Furthermore, it is involved in reporting and documentation, preparing progress reports for higher authorities such as the Provincial and National Ministries of Education. It may also support special initiatives like school development programs, quality improvement projects, and donor-funded education projects.
Our Services
The Planning Division is responsible for maintaining, utilizing, distributing, and analyzing statistical information on the human and physical resources of schools and other educational institutions in the education zone. The main responsibility of this division is to prepare action plans and estimates related to educational development, school administration, and the administration of the Zonal Education Office. The Planning Division also contributes to the coordination of financial aid projects and educational research activities in the zone.
Implementing school-based learning promotion strategies
Preparation, planning, implementation of annual and medium-term and integrated/master plans
Preparation of an overall human resource development plan
Capacity development of staff officers and principals
Fulfilling school physical needs
Quality inputs and other grants
Gathering information and providing it to external parties
Performance review and regulation.
Recommending/approving annual budget estimates.
Organizing principal meetings.
Employee information management
Analyzing national exam results
Our Services
- Preparation of the overall annual, medium-term, five-year plan of the region in relation to the education sectoral development approach framework and programs, progress review and monitoring.
- Preparation, planning, implementation, monitoring and monitoring of the annual, medium-term and five-year plans of all educational institutions in the region.
- Approval of annual estimates of schools.
- Submission of proposals and recommendations related to regional structural activities.
- Collection, updating, organization, analysis and dissemination of data and information related to the Education Management Information System.
- Monitoring and reporting progress on the coordination of annual school census activities.
- Coordination of activities related to the school upgradation program.
- Providing advice on the use of quality inputs and other grants provided to schools.
- Fulfilling the physical needs of schools including water, electricity, sanitation.
- Obtaining the contribution of government and non-government organizations for the education development process. Planning, coordinating, regulating, reviewing progress and following up on foreign aid projects.
- Preparing and providing necessary reports for district and regional development committees.
- Coordinating with relevant parties related to construction and renovation.
- Directing and monitoring relevant foreign aid programs.
- Working for principal capacity development.
- Internally evaluating activities related to the planning department.
Staff Directory
Key administrative and supervisory staff of the Galle Zonal Education Office.
| Name | Designation | Branch | Extension | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. K.A.C. Rasanjali | Deputy Zonal Education Director (Planning) | Administration | Ext. 101 | Active |
| Mrs. N.N.Mpanayake | Development Officer (Branch Head) | Planing | Ext. 102 | Active |
| Mrs. K.K.Talubowila | Development Officer | Planning | Ext. 103 | Active |
| Mrs. P.R.N.D.Suwandarathna | Development Officer | Planning | Ext. 104 | Active |
| Mrs. M.L.S.Perera | Management Services | Planning | Ext. 105 | Active |
| Mrs. H.H.A.D.Sandamali | Development Officer | Planning | Ext. 106 | Active |
Latest Announcements
Official circulars, notices and upcoming events from the Galle Zonal Education Office.
Annual Teacher Performance Review 2025
All school principals are requested to submit the annual performance evaluation forms for their staff by 10th March 2025. Kindly use the updated Form Z-14 available on the office portal.
HR CircularZonal Science Exhibition — Registrations Open
Schools are invited to register their students for the Annual Zonal Science Exhibition 2025 to be held at Mahinda College, Galle on April 5th. Deadline for registrations: March 15, 2025.
EventDigital Literacy Workshop for Grade 6–9 Teachers
A two-day digital literacy and ICT integration workshop will be conducted at the Zonal Resource Centre. Participation is mandatory for all relevant subject teachers. Sessions begin at 8:00 AM.
WorkshopNotice: Transfer Application Submission Window
The transfer application window for the second cycle of 2025 is now open. Eligible teachers may submit applications through the ETMS portal or in person at the HR Branch before February 28, 2025.
HR Circular