The main purpose of this study is to assess the quality and standards of structural and process elements of ECCE provisions offered by ECD centres in Sri Lanka.

To examine the strengths, weaknesses of the existing system and set the achievable limits as quality standards

Evaluate quality and relevance of the NVQ programmes as well as to implement these programmes are developing diploma holders with right skills

To review the current status of professional development of teachers in Sri Lanka while focusing to its policy, programs and practices towards professionalization of teachers and propose a strategic framework of interventions to address the gaps and shortcomings in line with the national needs and the global trends.

To assess the extent of adoption of elements of STEM / STEAM education in Sri Lankan General Education System and recommend the ways of further promoting STEAM education approach by developing a framework.

Determine the extent to which the graduates produced by the Sri Lankan State University system have the necessary competence to contribute to national development