Bandaranayake College

බණඩාරනායක විද්‍යාලය ආරම්‍භවූයෙ 1918 දීය.

BANDARANAYAKE COLLEGE GAMPAHA
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Location
Gampaha Sri Lanka
තොරතුරු
වර්ගය	Public
ආදර්ශ පාඨය	Scholar Is Always Honored
ආරම්භ කලේ	1918
ආදිකර්තෘ	Mr. Charles Samarasooriya
කාර්ය මණ්ඩලය	350 Teachers
ශ්‍රේණි	Class 6 - 13
බාලක/බාලිකා	Boys
Age	11 to 18
Enrollment	5000
වර්ණ(ය)	Blue & Maroon
Former pupils	List of Bandaranayaka College alumni
වෙබ් අඩවිය	www.bandaranayakecollege.org

බණඩාරනායක විද්‍යාලය ආරම්‍භවූයෙ 1918 දීය.. It is considered to be the leading Public School in Gampaha. It is a National School, meaning that it is controlled by the central government as opposed to the Provincial Council and provides only the secondary education.

Bandaranayaka College is a boys' secondary school in Gampaha district Sri Lanka. This is the foremost college in Gampaha district, Sri Lanka.

Key facts

• only for boys
• grade 6-13 ( usually age 11-18)
• offered GCSE and Advanced level
• About 350 teachers
• About 5000 students

In year 2006 this school was the best boys college in Sri Lanka Bandaranayaka college is the 1st rank college in Gampaha District Any student can follow their studies in Sinhala or in English

History

Sri Lanka was dominated by the British rulers in 1795. In 1918 there were some educational changes in the field. As the result of it St. Maries college in Veyangoda and Udugampola Vidayalaya were established in Gampaha District to enhance the education of the children. Grade 6,7,8 classes were shifted from Udugampola Vidayalaya Henarathgoda Senior English College about 100 students was started. Its former principal was Mr. Charles Samarasooriya ,who was appointed there on 18.09.1918.In 1921 the Government agent pressure displaced the name as “Gampaha Government School” which was established at the place where Yashodara Devi Balika Vidayalaya situated at present. On 04.10.1921.It did a great service for the education of the children around there. Not only an education centre it was communication center too. There was a group about 150 boy scouts who contributed themselves to build up a greater society. Mr. Charles Samarasooriya did his best duty and service until 30.04.1922,making it wholesome and greater education centre. After that Mr.T.S Selvaiya became the principal of this school on 01.02.1923 and he there in a short period and left there in 1924.

Past Principales

Era of Mr. E.W Samarasinghe

He did a very remarkable service during his period which was recorded graciously in the history of the school. He started a Cadet Platoon and made a stadium for practices. This cadet platoon showed their best performances in the field. He completed his great service on 03.03.1939.

Next

Mr. H.Silva (04.05.1939-04.05.1941),

Mr.K.A Peris (05.05.1941-29.02.1944),

Mr.C.W.Samarasinghe (01.12.1944-07.08.1947),

Mr. M.R.Cooray (01.05.1949-31.12.1953) and

Mr.J.P.J Dissanayake (1953-1954) were principals who did their contribution in the administration.

Era of Mr. J.Munasinghe

In 1954 Mr. J Munasingahe became the principal of Henarathgoda Senior English College. He did his immense service record an immortal history of the school. First he replaced this school to Kasagahawattha area in Gampaha district. A land which was donated by a European called “Green” was need to build up this school in 1957.Late S.D Bandaranayke helped for him greatly. At that time there were only 22 tutorial staff and classes were up to G.C.E (A/L).In 1956 the medium of education is changed to English to Sinhala which signified the local needs. A school song was composed by the teacher in charge of music Mr.C.W Thirimanna ,college symbol, school music band and sports facilities were provided for the students. To felicitate the late S.W.R.D.Bandaranayake the name of the school was changed as Bandaranayke Maha Vidayalaya at this time. He completed his marvelous service on 06.05.1968.

Era of Mr S.A Subasinghe(1968-1971)

He was a past pupil of the school and he did an immense service to uphold the educational and the outstanding features of the school during his period1He left the school on 32.12.1971.

Era of Mr D.N Rajapaksha (1972-1979)

He was appointed on the principal of the school on 01.03.1972.His period of administration became the golden era of the school history including; School volley ball team won the All island trophy Formed dancing groups under the service of Mr. Wimal Wayanarda. To give a proper and systematical education for the students the new teaching methods were introduced. Formed some disciplinary rules to improve the discipline of students and teachers. Did not care about political influence. Build up a Buddhist Shrine room under the patronage of Mr.C.W Jayasinghe. Instructed the teachers to be well behaved on students.

He drew the attention of authorities in education field to up hold the level of the school. On 18.10.1979 he left the school being a director of education.

After that Mr.Dhamasiri Gunapala, Mr.Edward Jayanetthi Arachchi(1980-1982) and Mr.Kolitha Jayasundara(1982-1983) became the principals.

Era of Mr.P.Udugampola

Mr.Premasena Udugampola marked his remarkable service in the history of the school, becoming the principal on 15.10.1983.He did useful changes during his period in the school. He reformed the Bandaranayke mix school as a boys’ school. A three storied science Section was built and more sports facilities were given. He tried to cerate disciplinary behavior among the students. He was promoted to the ministry of education on 20.06.1988

Era of P.P.D.T Acquinas (1988-1989)

He Become the Principal in1988and he patron aged to up hold the outstanding skills of students by organized an Educational Exhibition from 11.10.1999-18.10.1999. He completed his service in 1989 and Mr. S.K.Mallawaarchchi was appointed as the principal on 02.01.1991 and he did his service up to November 1992.

Beginning of the Golden Era

Mr. R.M.Sumanapala become the principal of Bandaranayake College on 17.11.1992. He did a very precious and immense service for the fame and the grace of the college.

To up held the spiritual background of the students he started a meditating program among the students.

Improve the beauty of the nature around it by growing trees, flowers in the environment . 75th of Anniversary was celebrated on 18.08.1993 by organizing Science , handicraft and painting Exhibition with the contribute of 7500 students. Conducted conferences for prefects . Organized “Bhakthigeetha Program” on Vesak Day. Parents meeting were organized. Same Vocational training courses were started for school leavers. Build up a wall around the school promises. A Too Stayed building was constructed. A new toilet system was established. Some Vocational Courses on Broad Casting Rupavahine and Photography were started. Seminars were organized for O/L and A/L Students.

School Premises is 12 acres (49,000 m²) in extend and there were 4500 students and 250 qualified Tutorial Staff. Certainly , the Principal Mr. Sumanapala was a great , exemplary character in the role of principal. He used his valuable experiences to would a qualified , disciplinary younger generation of the country with the contribution of his qualified staff. Very significant characteristic of his principal role is the honesty and the truthfulness. His vision is always based on the religious background which helps to make a wholesome society. No doubt he committed his great service on behalf of the students with much dedication and wisely.

Principals List

Name	From	To
Mr.Charles Samarasuriya	1918	1922
Mr.G.S.Selvia	1922	1924
Mr.E.W.P.Samaranayake	1925	1938
Mr.Dandeniya.H.Silva	1939	1941
Mr.K.A.Peiris	1941	1944
Mr.D.W.P.Samarasinghe	1944	1948
Mr.M.A.R.Cooray	1949	1953
Mr.G.Munasinghe	1954	1968
Mr.S.A.W.Subasinghe	1968	1972
Mr.D.N.Rajapakse	1972	1979
Mr.Dharma Sri Gunapala	1979	1980
Mr.E.Jayanetti Arachchi	1980	1983
Mr.A.J.K.Jayasundara	1982	1983
Mr.P.Udugampola	1983	1988
Mr.P.P.D.T.Aquinas	1988	1991
Mr.S.K.Mallawaarachchi	1991	1992
Mr.R.M.Sumanapala	1992	1998
Mr.M.L.B.Peiris	1998	1998
Mr.B.A.Abeyaratna	1998	2001
Mr.J.H.M.W.Ranjith	2001	2002
Mr.W.M.J.Wickramanayaka	2002	2004
Mr.P.Srilal Nonis	2004	2005
Mr.A.D.M.Daya Bandara	2005	2006
Rev.Labuthale Sudassana Thero	2006	to date

The College today

Today the school educates close to 5000 students in both secondary and primary education. To accomplish this task the school is fully equipped with all the required facilities such as lecture halls, science & computer laboratories, auditoriums etc. This includes the 'College Hall' which is a national theatre. For many years the school has maintained an excellent academic record with its students archiving the highest grades at all national exams held annually. The main medium of education had been English, however with Sinhala becoming the official language. Since 2002 English as been reintroduced as a medium of education at College. Students may select one of the three mediums to conduct their studies in.

Sport And School Bands are the major parts of Bandaranayke College since the olden days. Therefore, the school has developed its sports infrastructure to the finest standards.

Houses

The students are divided into 4 Houses:

• Vijaya
• Gamunu
• Tissa
• Parakkama

The names are derived from distinguished past kings of Sri lanaka. The houses compete annually in all major games to win the respective inter-house games. This is a great opportunity for young students to enhance their skills.

Sports

Sport is a major part of Bandaranayke College , with over 25 different sports played.

Other sports played at Collage includes;

Athletics Badminton VollyBall FootBall Boxing Chess Cricket

Gymnastics Hockey Karate Rugby Baseball Soccer Basketball

Table Tennis Tennis Carom Wushu Werestling Karathe Cycling

Clubs and societies

Some of these are;

Adventure Club Association for Ethnic Harmony Archaeological Society Architects' Society Aviation Society Buddhist Brotherhood Catholic Students Union Commerce Society Discussion Forum Computer Society Drama & film society Debating & oratory forum Sinhala Union

English Literary Association Environment Conservation Society Historical Society Radio Club IT Crew Japanese Society Junior Sinahala Literary Association Media Unit Mathematics Society National Savings Bank Photography Society Wildlife Protection Society Quiz Club

National Savings Bank Photography Society Wildlife Protection Society First Aid Society Art Society News Team Temperance Society English Drama Society Political Science Society Red Cross Society Science Association Film Club Leo Club

Cadet Contingent

• http://www.nayakancadets.org/

College Activities

1998 – The donations to the army hospital. 1999 – The donations to the Kandegama Vidyalaya 2000-2001 – The renovation to Kotamuduna Vidyalaya 2001-2002 – The donations to Kotamuduna Vidyalaya 2003-2005 – The donations to refugees at Padaviya The donations to Nidanwela K.V 2005-2006 – Donations to Tsunami victims Organizing a blood donation camp 2006-2007 - Organizing a blood donation camp Donation of food worth Rs.250000 to Katthaparichchan Army H.Q Donation of a library t o Mihindupura K.V Holding a leader ship training camp.

Prefects

Our Projects

1998 – The donations to the army hospital. 1999 – The donations to the Kandegama Vidyalaya 2000-2001 – The renovation to Kotamuduna Vidyalaya 2001-2002 – The donations to Kotamuduna Vidyalaya 2003-2005 – The donations to refugees at Padaviya The donations to Nidanwela K.V 2005-2006 – Donations to Tsunami victims Organizing a blood donation camp 2006-2007 - Organizing a blood donation camp Donation of food worth Rs.250000 to Katthaparichchan Army H.Q Donation of a library t o Mihindupura K.V Holding a leader ship training camp.

X Ban

The term X-Ban has been created in the sense” The Exhibition held in Bandaranayake College”. The supreme talents and the marvelous creativity of the students of Bandaranayke College who expand the horizons of education can be well seen in the exhibition “The X-Ban 2008” which is the result of extreme talent and unity will be a great success

This exhibition was held for the first time in 1993 to celebrate the75th anniversary of the school. From that exhibition onwards X-Ban has been held in every four years.

External links and sources

Official

• Bandaranayake College

Student Society

• Bandaranayake College Media Unit Official Web Protal
• Bandaranayake College Art Society Web Site

Alumni

• Bandaranayake College OBA
• Bandaranayake College Old Commerce Students Web Site

Sports

• Bandaranayake College Past Cricketers Web Site

Cadet Corp

• Bandaranayake Cadet Corp Official Web Site