School History

A Legacy Built Through Education

Since 1945, Kekirawa Central College has stood as a beacon of learning, discipline and character in the North Central Province — a home that shaped generations of citizens and leaders.

Kekirawa Central College was founded in 1945 under the visionary reforms of Hon. Dr C. W. W. Kannangara, during Sri Lanka’s historic transition to free education. It began as a Buddhist mixed school on a vast and peaceful 20-acre site in Kekirawa, with just 31 students and 2 teachers.

Through the following decades, the College became one of the most important central schools in the region — not only educating students but uplifting the rural community through cultural, academic and sports development.

The school’s transformation reached a new milestone in 1993, when it was officially upgraded to National School status, placing it directly under the Ministry of Education. This recognition came as a result of consistent academic performance, strong leadership, co-curricular achievements and growing school identity.

Today, Kekirawa Central College stands proud as a modern learning institution, offering a complete educational journey from Grade 6 to Advanced Level, guided by the timeless motto “Duty First”.

Historical photo memories

Reserved space for archival photographs of the school from early decades.

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Milestones Through the Years

1945
Establishment of the school under the free education programme with 31 students and 2 teachers.
1950s – 1980s
Academic, sports and cultural programs expanded; rise in district-level recognition and community involvement.
1993
Upgraded to a National School, strengthening academic and administrative standards.
2000s – Today
Modernisation of infrastructure including ICT labs, science facilities, library and digital learning; continued growth in academic and co-curricular achievements.

Leadership

Past Principals of Kekirawa Central College

The College is shaped by the principals who dedicated their service to academic excellence, discipline and the school motto “Duty First”. This list honours their leadership across the decades.