Founder – Nuwan De Alwis - Online English LK

Founder – Nuwan De Alwis

Who Is Nuwan De Alwis?

Nuwan De Alwis is a Sri Lankan adult English specialist, professional communication trainer, interview coach, and the founder of OnlineEnglish.lk. With over 16 years of experience, he has trained thousands of adults, job seekers, and professionals to speak confidently, communicate clearly, and succeed in their careers.

Created by Nuwan De Alwis, English communication trainer since 2008.

16+ Years Experience

Pioneer of Online English in Sri Lanka (since 2008)

Creator of the “Express Your Thoughts in English” Method

Adult & Professional English Specialist

Early Life & Education

Studied at Richmond College, Galle, from Grade 1

Known for creativity, innovation, and problem-solving

Strong foundation in English-medium professional subjects

Developed an early interest in helping adults understand complex ideas easily

The Inventor Mindset

A Sri Lankan Inventor Who Solves Problems

Before teaching English, Nuwan worked as a Sri Lankan inventor

He created technical solutions for problems people faced

This mindset of “identify problem → create solution” became the foundation of his English method

The Moment Everything Changed

While teaching professional subjects in English medium, Nuwan noticed a powerful pattern

Adults understood English

But could not express their thoughts

Grammar disappeared when speaking

Fear and confusion blocked expression

This was a national communication problem, not a language problem.

Breakout Quote:
“Sri Lankans don’t struggle with understanding English — they struggle with expressing their thoughts.”

This led him to create a new solution.

The “Express Your Thoughts in English” Method

Nuwan invented a practical, powerful speaking system:

Story-based learning

Expressing ideas clearly

Real-time mistake correction

Grammar applied while speaking

Building confidence step-by-step

He speaks with the student, listens, identifies errors instantly, and fixes them through guided speaking.

Highlight:
This method transformed adults in weeks, not months.

From Teacher to Specialist — How It Started

When students saw results, they said:

“Sir, please teach us English — your method works for us.”

They pushed him into a new path.

In 2008, Nuwan began teaching English online through:

Skype

Phone calls

No online classes existed

No platforms offered adult English

Remote English teaching was unheard of in Sri Lanka

Nuwan became:

Among the early pioneers of online English training for adults in Sri Lanka.

His classes quickly became popular islandwide.

Creating One of Sri Lanka's Pioneering Online English Platforms

Launched OnlineEnglish.lk in 2012
Built to serve adults, professionals, job seekers, and university students
Developed practical, communication-focused English training
Earned the trust of learners across Sri Lanka and Sri Lankan communities in the Middle East, Europe, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the Uited States

From Single Trainer to Complete English Academy

In 2026, OnlineEnglish.lk expanded into a complete English academy, offering specialized
programs for:

These programs are conducted by specialized trainers, while Nuwan De Alwis continues to lead adult, professional, and communication-focused English training.

Nuwan’s Current Specializations Show this in a 2-column grid:

Adult Spoken English

Practical Grammar for Speaking

Professional & Workplace English

English for IT, Engineering, Medical, Hospitality, Supply Chain, Sales

Local & Foreign Interview Skills Training

Leadership & Business Communication

Corporate English Training

One-to-One Speaking Coaching

Note:
Nuwan does NOT conduct Kids, School, IELTS, OET, PTE classes — these are handled by trained specialists.

Nuwan's Communication Philosophy

For more than 18 years, Nuwan has helped adults and professionals overcome one of the biggest challenges in learning English—not understanding the language, but expressing their own thoughts with confidence.

His teaching philosophy is built on practical communication, real-life situations, and steady, measurable improvement.

Think → Pause → Speak.
Communication before grammar.
Express thoughts, not memorized sentences.
Real-life communication, not textbook English.
Confidence before perfection.
Every adult learns differently.
Visible improvement every week.
Communication over memorization.

A Trainer Who Has Helped Change Thousands of Lives

Through practical communication training, Nuwan has helped learners:

Earn promotions and advance their careers.
Pass local and overseas job interviews.
Overcome the fear of speaking English.
Communicate confidently in the workplace.
Explain complex ideas with clarity.
Secure overseas employment opportunities.
Become confident managers and leaders.
Gain admission to universities and professional programs.
Build confidence in everyday life and professional settings.

A Personal Message From the Founder

“Sri Lankans are talented and capable. They don’t lack English knowledge—they struggle to
express their thoughts with confidence. My mission is to help every adult communicate clearly,
confidently, and professionally.”

— Nuwan De Alwis
Founder, OnlineEnglish.lk

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