23 August 2023, Colombo: Seylan Tikiri, the much loved Children’s Savings brand of the Bank with a Heart, joined hands with the Primary Section of Hillwood College Kandy to provide a practical learning experience on the functioning of a marketplace, known as a ‘Pola,’ to primary students. The event took place recently at the school premises, attracting the participation of over 800 students from grades 1 to 5.
The collaborative initiative aimed to introduce young learners to essential financial concepts such as money, savings, markets, customers, goods, and services. By immersing the students in a hands-on experience, Seylan Tikiri and Hillwood College Kandy sought to enhance their financial literacy from an early age. The engagement of students, parents, and teachers in this endeavour further contributed to the success of the event.
In an era dominated by digital technology and the pursuit of academic achievements, the enthusiasm displayed by both parents and children toward the program was quite positive. In line with the feedback received from participants which was overwhelmingly positive, Seylan Tikiri will continue to conduct similar engaging and educational children’s events in the future.
Assistant General Manager, Marketing and Sales, Seylan Bank, Gamika De Silva said, “We are delighted to partner with Hillwood College in hosting ‘Tikiri Pola’ and providing this valuable experience for primary students. Seylan Tikiri is committed to fostering financial literacy among young learners, and this collaborative initiative allows us to introduce essential financial concepts in a fun and engaging way. We are pleased with the overwhelming positive feedback and look forward to conducting more of such educational events for Tikiri Kids in the future.”
Meanwhile, the Principal of Hillwood College, Nelum De Alwis added, “At Hillwood College, we believe in empowering our students with practical learning that goes beyond academics. The collaboration with Seylan Tikiri for ‘Tikiri Pola’ allowed our primary students to gain hands-on knowledge about marketplaces and financial concepts, fostering their financial literacy from an early age. We are thankful for this partnership and the positive impact it has had on our students’ learning journey.”
The collaboration between Seylan Tikiri and Hillwood College Kandy serves as a testament to the shared dedication to empowering the next generation with the essential skills for a prosperous future. As a brand that embodies its values, Seylan Tikiri is committed to conducting various activities throughout the year for the benefit of Tikiri Kids. These activities not only encourage children to cultivate good habits but also provide them with valuable experiences during their childhood while promoting savings.