Kekirawa Central College
Duty First
A central college shaped by free education, disciplined learning, student leadership, and the shared ambition of a strong school community in Sri Lanka's North Central Province.
An Education Rooted in Duty and Opportunity.
Established in 1945 as one of the central colleges created under Hon. C.W.W. Kannangara's free education reforms, Kekirawa Central College opened the doors of quality education to children in the North Central Province.
Today, as a national school, we continue that mission by blending strong classroom teaching with technology, co-curricular activities and community values, always guided by our enduring motto Duty First.
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Strong foundations, wider opportunities.
Middle School
Core skills across languages, mathematics, science, ICT, and social sciences.
O/L Preparation
Structured academic support, exam discipline, and revision programs.
A/L Streams
Arts, Commerce, and Science pathways for higher education and careers.
School Updates
Latest highlights and notices
May 09, 2026
A Legendary Standoff: Cricket Spirit Takes Center Stage at the "Battle of the Champions"
The 2026 Battle of the Champions ended in a thrilling draw at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium after a fierce two day battle. With Kekirawa Central College declaring at 131 for 9 and Rangiri Dambulla showing massive heart to bat out their second innings, the match concluded with both teams sharing the glory in a celebration of pure cricket spirit.
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Apr 30, 2026
Battle Lines Drawn: The Stage is Set for the "Battle of the Champions" Big Match 2026
The "Battle of the Champions" 2026 will take place on May 6 & 7 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. This highly anticipated Big Match features an epic showdown between Kekirawa Central College and Rangiri Dambulla Central College, where skill, passion, and school pride collide in an electrifying two-day cricket clash starting from 8:00 A.M. onwards.
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Apr 27, 2026
Legends Reunited: Rawanz Old School Cricket Fiesta Concludes with Grand Success
The Rawanz Old School Cricket Fiesta, held on April 25–26, 2026, was a high-energy celebration of legacy and teamwork that brought alumni "legends" back to the pitch. Part of the “Battle of the Champions” season, the event served as a nostalgic homecoming where past pupils relived their glory days, rekindled old rivalries, and strengthened the enduring spirit of the school community.
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Upcoming events
Student Life
Clubs, sports, leadership, and service beyond the classroom.
Students build confidence through academic societies, cultural programs, sports teams, community projects, and ICT-led school initiatives.
Heritage
The first central college of the North Central Province.
Since 1945, Kekirawa Central College has carried the promise of free education forward through generations of students, teachers, parents, and old pupils.
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