Pebbles Academy
Founded 2014
Updated July 2026
Languages
Pebbles Academy is an international school and preschool in Akkaraipattu, Sri Lanka, providing an English-medium education from preschool through Grade 11. It combines the National Curriculum of Sri Lanka with innovative teaching methods to foster academic excellence and character development.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Pebbles Academy focuses on nurturing young minds to become global citizens while maintaining strong Sri Lankan values. Its educational approach blends traditional knowledge with modern teaching methods, emphasizing character development, intellectual growth, and innovation. The school strives to create a supportive, safe atmosphere where students are encouraged to be resilient and passionate about making a difference.
Programmes
The school offers a comprehensive programme from Preschool (ages 3-5) through Grade 11. The curriculum is taught in English and includes core subjects such as Mathematics, Science, Environmental Studies, and ICT, with the addition of Artificial Intelligence education from Grade 1. Secondary students follow an expanded curriculum including advanced sciences, literature, and career guidance, while preschool focuses on play-based social and emotional development.
Outcomes
The school aims to develop independent thinkers, resilient lifelong learners, and responsible global citizens who retain strong roots in Sri Lankan culture. Students are prepared for academic success through a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and modern skills. Recent achievements include winning the U12 Football championship at the 2024 International Schools Sports Tournament in India.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio to support personalized learning paths. A counseling center is available on-site to support the social and emotional well-being of students. Additionally, the school encourages parent involvement through volunteer programmes and regular committee participation.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school accepts applications annually in October for Preschool (Playgroup, LKG, UKG) and Grade 1, with mid-year admissions considered for other grades based on seat availability. The process involves an online application submission, age-appropriate student assessments, and a formal enrollment offer. Families are required to pay one-time admission and security deposit fees, alongside annual charges for books, uniforms, and activities.
Calendar
The academic year is divided into three terms: the first from January to April, the second from May to August, and the third from September to December. The school calendar includes regular term assessments, monthly parent meetings, and various events such as the Pebbles Sports Fest, Science-Cloud, and the annual Real Kids Concert. Fridays follow a shortened schedule for all students.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features a purpose-built, state-of-the-art building equipped with multimedia-enabled classrooms, science laboratories for biology, chemistry, and physics, and computer labs. Recreational facilities include a swimming pool, an indoor play park, outdoor playing fields, and a ball throw court. The school also provides a library, an art studio, a cafeteria, and a dedicated counseling center.
Co-curriculars
Students participate in over 20 clubs and activities, including soccer, swimming, athletics, chess, and coding. The school maintains active scout troops (Cub, Junior, and Senior) and a Speakers Club. Additionally, the 'Wisdom Wednesday' programme provides students with hands-on, project-based learning experiences without the use of textbooks.

Mr. Inshaf SarifdeenCEOHolds a BA (Hons) in Business Accounting and Finance from the UK and is currently pursuing an MBA.
Mr. Tharique AzeezPrincipalHolds a BSc (Hons) in Technology & Ecommerce from the UK, an LL.B (Hons) from OUSL, and is currently pursuing an LL.M at the University of Colombo.