BRUSSELS, November 4, 2026 | College Readers

Principals, Directors, Educators and representatives of academic institutions from Nepal and Europe gathered in Brussels on November 4 for Nepal Education Awards Europe 2026. Held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brussels City, the event recognized contributions to education and emphasized the value of international cooperation.

Pragya Timilsina, a Bruges city council member, delivered the keynote address as a guest of honour. She spoke about the importance of sharing knowledge and building partnerships to support a fair and inclusive society.

“Excellence knows no boundaries. Our shared goal is to build a free, just, and inclusive society through knowledge creation and partnership, which will further strengthen the friendship between our two nations,” Timilsina said.

Other attendees included Prof. Dr. Francis Van Loon, Honorary Rector, Baron of Belgium and Alina Baranova, President of Ethos Universitas, who were also guests of honour.

College Readers magazine organized the ceremony under the chairmanship of Bhawani Prasad Poudel, the magazine’s patron and Campus Chief of Jaya Multiple Campus. The gathering brought together principals, directors, educators and representatives of institutions from both regions.

Jeetendra Ghimire, CEO of College Readers, reflected on the publication’s 19-year history and said the awards have recognized people and institutions contributing to Nepal’s education sector and its international standing.

The program also featured remarks from Alina Baranova, President of Panathlon Antwerp, Anuja Pradhan, Deputy General Secretary of NRNA’s International Coordination Council; Krishna Adhikari, President of PABSON; Dr. Rajendra KC, Founder President of the Nepal Private College Association; and Laxman KC, President of IEPAN.

Bert Murawski, a Belgian educator, delivered a presentation on Europe’s education system and its practical applications.

Ramesh Ghimire, Founder Principal of Asia Pacific School & College, hosted the event. Bhawani Prasad Poudel closed the program with a vote of thanks to the guests, award recipients and supporters.

The organizers said the awards served both to recognize educational achievement and to encourage stronger connections between Nepal and Europe.

NEA-Europe goes beyond the awards ceremony, offering participants the opportunity to experience Europe firsthand. During an educational tour, 53 delegates visited Geneva and Zurich in Switzerland, Frankfurt in Germany, Amsterdam in the Netherlands, Brussels in Belgium, and Paris in France. They explored each city and gained insights through direct experience.

List of Institutional Awardees: Nepal Education Award Europe-2026

Adarsha Bidya Mandir School, Banepa, Kavre

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best School of the Year in Kavre

Asia Pacific School, Tokha, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best Progressive School of the Year

Brixton College, Mahendranagar, Kanchanpur

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Leading Business School of the Year

Chirayu Educational Academy, Shakharapur, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Emerging School of the Year

Global College of Management, Mid Baneshwor, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best +2 Management School of the Year

Global School of Science, Mid Baneshwor, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best +2 Management School of the Year

Gyan Jyoti Secondary School, Tulsipur, Dang

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best +2 School of the Year (Outside the Valley)

Jaya Multiple Campus, Makalbari, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Prominent College of the Year

Little Star Secondary English School, Lahan, Siraha

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best School of the Year outside the Valley

LRI School, Kalanki, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Leading School of the Year

Manakamana Secondary School, Dakshin Dhoka, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Pioneer School of the Year

Model Institute of Technology, Kamaladi, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Emerging IT College of the Year

NASA International College, Gairigaun, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Excellence in +2 Education

Orchid International College, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Academic Excellence in IT Education

Presidential Graduate School, Thapagaun, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best Business & IT School of the Year

Samriddhi College, Lokanthali, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best College for Academic Excellence

Sarbanam Shikshyalaya, Boudha, Kathmandu
Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Educational Excellence Award

Triton SS & College, Koteshwor-32, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best +2 School of the Year

Valley Public School, Bhangal, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Leading School of the Year

List of Individual Awardees: Nepal Education Award Europe-2026

Bal Dev Shrestha, Public Relations Director, Panchpokhari School, Gokarneshwor, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Excellence in Public Relations Award

Prof. Biranji Gautam, Campus Chief, Kalika Multiple Campus, Pokhara, Kaski

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Academic Excellence & Transformation Award

Bishnu Prasad Parajuli, Principal, Progressive Secondary School, Boudha, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Educational Leader of the Year

Durga Bdr. KC, Academic Director, Gorkha Secondary School, Tulsipur, Dang

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Educational Leadership Award

Gobinda Pagani, Principal, Jyoti Academy, Sitapaila, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best Principal of the Year

Gopal Prasad Acharya, Principal, Mt. Glory English Boarding School, Tahachal, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Educational Leader of the Year

Gyendra Lama, Chairman, Manaslu World College, Chabahil, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Visionary Educational Leadership Award

Jayaram Chapagai, Principal, Ellaine Memorial School, Sitapaila, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best Principal of the Year

Kabita Sanjel, Chairperson, Pritima Secondary School, Old Sinamangal, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Women Educational Leadership Award

Kundan Puri, Vice Principal, Everest Secondary School, Biratnagar, Morang

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Emerging Educator of the Year

Lalit Bikram Singh, Education Chief, Budhanilkantha Municipality

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Educational Innovation & Leadership Award

Laxmi Bhandari, Finance Manager, Sarbanam Shikshyalaya, Jorpati, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Transformational Finance Manager

Laxmi Devi Tamang, Director, Wisdom Kids Pre-School, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Women Educational Leadership Award

Murari Prakash Sanjel, Principal, Pritima Secondary School, Old Sinamangal, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best Principal of the Year

Dr. Nisha Bhat Tiwari, Academic Advisor, Brixton College, Mahendranagar, Kanchanpur

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Visionary Educator of the Year

Dr. Rajendra KC, Campus Chief, Southwestern State College, Basundhara, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Higher Educational Leader of the Year

Dr. Ramesh Adhikari, Principal, Southwestern School, Basundhara, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Global Excellence in Educational Leadership Award

Sahaji Pant, Principal, Swarnim School, Dallu Aawas, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best Principal of the Year

Suman Basnet, Principal, DAV +2, Jawalakhel, Lalitpur

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best Principal of the Year

Tara Pradhan, IELTS Examiner, The British Council Nepal

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Women Educational Leadership Award

Tika Bahadur GC, Founder Principal, Gyan Jyoti Public School, Tulsipur, Dang

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Lifetime Achievement Award

Tulasa Thapa, Principal, Saint Johannes School, Dashikn Dhaka, Kathmandu

Nepal Education Award Europe 2026: Best Principal of the Year