Thushika has spent the past 10 years navigating high-pressure environments, from ortho trauma wards and oncology units, to busy classrooms filled with curious, energetic students.

These experiences taught her a simple but powerful truth: real learning goes beyond facts and procedures. It’s about adapting, reflecting, and understanding the world around us.

As a registered nurse, Thushika worked across specialties including orthopedics, neurology, rehabilitation, mental health, and even prison healthcare, gaining experience in complex situations and learning to stay calm, observant, and solution-focused. As a primary school teacher, she has taught classroom subjects alongside visual and performing arts and physical education, nurturing creativity, curiosity, and confidence in young learners.

She holds a Bachelor of Nursing and a Master of Teaching, combining deep practical insight with educational expertise.

Driven by a passion for making a real impact in society, Thushika founded Holara Education to help students create the foundations for change.