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
Jun 18, 2026
A Proud Moment on the Court: Under-20 Girls' Throwball Team Secures Provincial Third Place
Kekirawa Central College's Under-20 Girls' Throwball Team proudly secured Third Place at the North Central Provincial School Games 2026. This outstanding achievement is a testament to the dedication, skill, and teamwork of our talented players and dedicated coaches, bringing tremendous pride to Mother Central.
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Jun 18, 2026
A Day of Pride and Honor: 32nd Battalion NCC Rank-Up Ceremony
Kekirawa Central College proudly celebrates the promotions of its senior cadets—including newly appointed Regimental Sergeant Majors and Staff Sergeants—at the NCC 32nd Battalion Rank-Up Ceremony. The event, graced by Colonel Priyantha Illanghasinghe as Chief Guest, marked a milestone of supreme discipline and leadership for Mother Central's student corps.
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Jun 13, 2026
Celebrating Poson: "Anubudhurawa Poson Zone 2026" at Kekirawa Central College
Kekirawa Central College is set to host the "Anubudhurawa Poson Zone - 2026", organized by the Buddhist Association and the Prefect Guild. Running from June 26th to 30th, the celebrations will feature classroom Buddha statue enshrining, Bhakti Gee, Pandol and Lantern exhibitions, multiple Dansalas, and a scholarship program for 200 students under the guidance of venerable theros and the school administration.
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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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