The British Council has recently organised its annual Young Learner Art Competition 2025 at its English Teaching Centre on Dhaka University’s Fuller Road premises, engaging young learners aged 7 to 17 in a vibrant celebration of creativity and cultural diversity.
Held under the theme 'Colours of the World', the competition encouraged participants to express their perspectives on diversity, culture, and the beauty of differences through art.
The event featured four age-based categories—Lower Primary (8 and under), Upper Primary (9-11), Secondary (12-15), and Upper Secondary (16 and above). Young participants submitted a wide range of imaginative artworks, which were showcased in a week-long exhibition at the centre.
The initiative aimed to inspire young learners beyond the classroom by promoting creativity as part of their English language development. Teachers at the British Council played a key role in guiding students through lessons that helped them communicate their ideas through various artistic mediums.
The winners and runners-up from each level were selected by a panel of judges, and their works will advance to the British Council’s regional competition in October. All participating students received certificates of appreciation.
Stephen Forbes, Country Director of the British Council in Bangladesh, attended the award-giving ceremony on August 1 and commended the children's creativity.
“We are delighted to host this art competition for children who have displayed a wonderful spark of imagination and creativity through their artwork themed ‘Colours of the World’. At the British Council, we provide a fun learning environment to help young learners become confident, happy, and skilled global leaders of the future,” he said.
During his visit, Forbes also toured classrooms and interacted with students, parents, and guardians, sharing words of encouragement with the budding artists.
The competition forms part of the British Council’s wider efforts to make English learning engaging and impactful for children and teenagers. With Cambridge-certified expert teachers, the organisation ensures personalised learning through interactive classroom sessions, online activities, and continuous progress tracking.
The British Council, which has been working globally for over 90 years, supports peace and prosperity by fostering connections and trust through education, arts, and culture. Its English courses for young learners are designed to enhance creativity, communication, and confidence at every developmental stage.
Interested parents or learners can avail of free phone consultations by calling +88 09666 773377 or visiting the British Council Bangladesh website: https://www.britishcouncil.org.bd/en/english-courses/kids-teens.