Anuradhapura Central Collage
Anuradhapura Central College which is considered as the heart of Anuradhapura is situated in a sacred environment.
It was established in 1947 under the initiative of Mr. R.L.N. de. Zoyza in Rathmale area. Later it has been shifted to the present place. Today it has become the most prominent school in Anuradhapura district. It has shown its excellence in both academic and in co-curricular activities. Mr. Vipulasena Rajapaksha is the contemporary pioneer of the college and is supported by a staff of 150 teachers who guide a student population of 3200. This great academic centre has contributed to the nation by producing great people in many fields such as law, politics, education, administration, mass-media and in many entertainment fields.
The college has become a national school on 25th may 1993 and celebrated 50th anniversary in 1997 amidst the felicitation of old boys and well wishers all around the world.
Today it has achieved a great development under the leadership of the present principal Mrs. Menike Jayasena. And it declared its foremost objective as producing good citizens not only for the country but also for the world.
- Anthem Of School -
Namadimu bathi gee kusum puda
Anurapura Madi Viduhal Matha //
Sisu Daruwan sama yahamaga harawa - Mohadura Sama Palawa
Bhedaya Durala Premaya wadawa - Ekamawakage Daru Kala Lesina
Namadimu bathi gee kusum puda
Anurapura Madi Viduhal Matha //
Ranwali Maha Se Sirimaha Boadhi - Isurumuniya Adi
Manahara Dagab Ketayam Kulunu - Disvei Rajarata AthiRamani
Namadimu bathi gee kusum puda
Anurapura Madi Viduhal Matha //
Dewana Pathis Gamini Gajaba - Adi Hela daruwo
Sinhala Jathiya Agama Udesa - Diwa Re wehesawa Wadakaruwo
Namadimu bathi gee kusum puda
Anurapura Madi Viduhal Matha //
Dewana Pathis Gamini Gajaba - Adi Hela daruwo
E Hela viruwan Kithyasa Nanwu - Jayabima Sedi Viduhal Matha