
Wycherley International School Gampaha
Part of Ceylinco Education Group, Founded 1985
Updated July 2026
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Wycherley International School is a long-standing educational institution in Sri Lanka, founded in 1985, that provides a comprehensive Cambridge curriculum from Early Years through to Grade 12. It is recognized as a Cambridge Centre and is dedicated to academic excellence, character building, and preparing students for global university success.
Teaching approach
The school is committed to a nurturing, inclusive, and academically driven environment that fosters discipline and character development. It emphasizes the values of respect, honesty, aspiration, determination, and teamwork. While following an international curriculum, the school remains firmly rooted in local culture, using English as a unifying medium of instruction to bring together students from diverse backgrounds.
Programmes
The school follows the Cambridge Pathway, offering Cambridge Early Years, Cambridge Primary (UKG–Grade 5), Cambridge Lower Secondary (Grade 6–8), and Cambridge Upper Secondary and Advanced levels (Grade 9–12). The curriculum includes core subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, ICT, and Global Perspectives, with students in the senior years choosing between Science, Arts, or Commerce streams for their O/Level and A/Level examinations.
Outcomes
Wycherley reports a 100% pass rate in all Cambridge examinations, with 80% of students consistently achieving A's and B's. Graduates frequently transition to prestigious universities worldwide, including institutions in the UK, Australia, the USA, Malaysia, and Singapore, to study fields such as medicine, law, engineering, and finance. The school also guarantees university entrance for all qualifying students.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides a dedicated counseling hotline for students. Additionally, it offers extra after-school classes for students who require academic support to ensure they reach their full potential.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Wycherley International School Gampaha offer?
- Wycherley International School Gampaha offers Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE and Cambridge A-Level.
- What ages does Wycherley International School Gampaha teach?
- Wycherley International School Gampaha enrolls students aged 3 to 19.
- Is Wycherley International School Gampaha co-educational?
- Wycherley International School Gampaha is a co-ed school.
- Where is Wycherley International School Gampaha located?
- Wycherley International School Gampaha is an international school in Katunayaka, Sri Lanka.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Admissions are accepted throughout the school year, allowing students to join at any time. The school maintains a structured application process across its branches in Colombo, Gampaha, and Dehiwala. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the respective branch office to initiate the enrollment procedure.
Calendar
The academic year is divided into terms. For the Senior School, the first term runs from August to December, and the second term from January to June. The Junior School operates on a three-term system: the first term from August to December, the second from January to April, and the third from April to June.
Facilities
About the campus
The school provides modern learning environments, including science and computer laboratories, libraries, art rooms, and performance spaces for singing and dancing. The Gampaha branch features a three-acre campus with purpose-built infrastructure, a 25-meter swimming pool, basketball and netball courts, and cricket pitches. All branches emphasize safety, comfort, and access to digital tools to support student success.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a wide range of clubs and societies, including WISMUN, a film club, and various religious societies. Students participate in inter-house competitive sports such as swimming and athletics, as well as activities like music, song, dance, and drama. The school also recognizes student achievement through the awarding of sports colors and merits.
- Dayan D. L. FernandoPrincipal
Dayan D. L. Fernando serves as the Principal of Wycherley International School. He has led the school through challenging periods, including the pandemic, and focuses on academic excellence, student character development, and the expansion of extracurricular activities.
- Nelum FernandoVice Principal
Nelum Fernando serves as the Vice Principal of Wycherley International School and is recognized for her contributions to the school's leadership team.
Dr. Jagath AlwisChairmanDr. Jagath Alwis serves as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for Wycherley International School.
Mr. Upali WitharanaDirectorMr. Upali Witharana serves as a member of the Board of Directors for Wycherley International School.
Mr. Ajith GunawardeneDirectorMr. Ajith Gunawardene serves as a member of the Board of Directors for Wycherley International School.
Mr. Patrick AlwisDirectorMr. Patrick Alwis serves as a member of the Board of Directors for Wycherley International School.
Mr. T.N.M. PeirisDirectorMr. T.N.M. Peiris serves as a member of the Board of Directors for Wycherley International School.
Dr. Punarjeeva KarunanayakeDirectorDr. Punarjeeva Karunanayake serves as a member of the Board of Directors for Wycherley International School.
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