
Ilma International Girl's School
Islamic, Founded 1988
Updated July 2026
Languages
Ilma International Girls’ School is a leading private Muslim girls' school in Colombo, Sri Lanka, offering a holistic education from Montessori through to Advanced Level. It provides a comprehensive academic foundation within a safe environment that balances modern international curricula with traditional Islamic values.
Teaching approach
Founded on the motto "Say! O My Lord, Advance me in knowledge," the school aims to provide an effective and meaningful education for girls that conforms to the tenets of Islam. It seeks to nurture young women to become accomplished individuals who are grounded in religious and cultural values while striving for intellectual excellence.
Programmes
The school offers both the British Cambridge Curriculum and the Sri Lankan National Curriculum, with instruction provided in the English medium. Students may choose from science, commerce, or arts streams for their higher studies, spanning from Reception through to Advanced Level.
Outcomes
The school has a long-standing record of academic success, with students achieving high results in both Cambridge International and national G.C.E. examinations. Alumni have gone on to pursue professional careers in fields such as medicine, science, business, IT, and education.
Student support
Learning support
The school is committed to providing a holistic education that integrates academic development with the values and virtues of Islam. It aims to foster intellectual growth while ensuring students are supported in their pursuit of higher academic attainments.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- What curriculum does Ilma International Girl's School offer?
- Ilma International Girl's School offers Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level.
- Is Ilma International Girl's School co-educational?
- Ilma International Girl's School is a girls school.
- Where is Ilma International Girl's School located?
- Ilma International Girl's School is an international school in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school provides guidelines for new admissions for the 2024–2025 academic year. Prospective families are encouraged to consult the school's prospectus and official admission documentation to begin the enrollment process.
Calendar
The school maintains an academic calendar that includes key events such as annual awards ceremonies, sports meets, and inter-school competitions. The academic year is structured to accommodate both national and international examination schedules.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus, located in Colombo 05, features a multi-level infrastructure housing Primary, Middle, and Senior schools, as well as a Montessori section. Specialized facilities include biology, physics, and chemistry laboratories equipped for practical examinations, a multi-room senior library, and an air-conditioned main hall certified as a London Examinations Centre.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in a variety of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, including netball, where the school has achieved significant success in inter-international school tournaments. Other activities include the Environmental Management Society, which focuses on sustainability and greenery, as well as Model United Nations and various academic clubs.

- Ms. Sarah HussainPrincipal
Ms. Sarah Hussain serves as the Principal of Ilma International Girls’ School.
- Ms. Shamaleen GirsyVice Principal – Senior
Ms. Shamaleen Girsy serves as the Vice Principal – Senior.
- Ms. Asmin ZiyardVice Principal – Primary
Ms. Asmin Ziyard serves as the Vice Principal – Primary.
- Ms. Iman MarikarHead Of Academics
Ms. Iman Marikar serves as the Head Of Academics.
- Ms. Mashoora AslamSectional Head A/L & A/S
Ms. Mashoora Aslam serves as the Sectional Head for A/L & A/S.
- Ms. F. Rumaylah GhouseSectional Head Year 10 & 11
Ms. F. Rumaylah Ghouse serves as the Sectional Head for Year 10 & 11.
- Ms. Jeewani WathuhewaSectional Head Year 7,8 & 9
Ms. Jeewani Wathuhewa serves as the Sectional Head for Year 7, 8 & 9.
- Ms. Zulaiha BisthamySectional Head Year 3, 4, 5 & 6
Ms. Zulaiha Bisthamy serves as the Sectional Head for Year 3, 4, 5 & 6.
- Ms. Azra FaleelSectional Head Pre Grade, Year 1, 2
Ms. Azra Faleel serves as the Sectional Head for Pre Grade, Year 1, 2.
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