Holy Cross College Kalutara is more than just a school
Holy Cross College is a reputed school in the Kalutara District. The historical records of Holy Cross College, Kalutara show that in an
Father Rector- Dr. Camilus Fernando
era as far back as the latter half of 19th century, educational luminaries took up the reins of the collage and continued its forward march with firm determination and selfless dedication, overcoming numerous abstracts on its path. In 1890 the Paris Priest of Kallamulla, Kalutara Re. Father Wilkinson became the first Rector who was involved in naming the institution as Holy Cross English School, later registered as the grant in Aid School by Rev. Father Leo Fernando, who succeeded Rev. Father Wilkinson who was the founder principal of Holy Cross College and the saga continued.
At present Rev. Father Rector Dr.Camillus Fernando has explained to the academic staff and parents 
in particular as he has a goal and mission. Together with his priestly community at Holy Cross he plans to achieve great height in education, discipline imbued with Catholic faith, sports and finally English. When students leave after 13 years of studying in the school, they should be able to speak English and be ready to venture into the international arena equipped with a sound mind and body. For Fr.Rector, “discipline is what you do; no one is looking at you”.
The College consists of three sections, namely Upper, Middle and Primary. The Upper Section functions with Arts, Commerce, Biology and Mathematic streams including English medium while the Middle School and the Primary School operates from Grade one to O’level.
Holy Cross Collage provides a sounding education in both Local G.C.E. (A/L) and (O/L) Examination methods in English and Sinhala mediums. The school is one of the best equipped in the island, being blessed with a dedicated staff of qualified, experienced teachers who, over the years, have become more than mere teachers to their students. This is a result of the special attachment that can only
Board of Prefects – Primary
develop through years of association with the College. Holy Cross has produced many crusaders who have, over the years, done a great service to their Church as well as the Nation.
The achievements of Holy Cross College and its products are far too numerous to be mentioned here. But it must be said that it is one of the foremost educational institutions in Sri Lanka, which has made a significant contribution to the progress of the nation over its 113 years of existence as Members of the Judiciary, Scholars, Scientists, Diplomats, Doctors, Engineers, Accountants, Musicians, Artists, Dramatists etc..
Holy Cross College is also equipped with a modern laboratory as well as a Computer Center with a fine collection of computers.
The biggest assets possessed by the school are the students which comprises of more than 2,200 members. Although the majority is Catholic students, students of other faiths and diverse races are also studying in the school. They are well disciplined and excel in both
College Cadet Corp
academic and extracurricular activities, especially in sports.
Significantly, Holy Cross College has many facilities for sports especially athletics, cricket, basketball, soccer, chess, mini tennis and other extracurricular activities as well.
Holy Cross’ also boasts of more than 15 societies of diverse interest. The other clubs and societies range from different fields from educational to social welfare. The English Literary Society, Drama Society, the Science Associations, Commerce Society, Art Club, Computer Club, The Cadets Battalion and Culinary Arts Society, Senior and Junior Choirs Union, Philatelic Society are some of them
2011 and 2012 were remarkable theatre seasons for Holy Cross College which began a new era as the drama troop achieved many goals during last two years. In 2011 they performed Macbeth. They were able to beat all the leading schools of the Western Province and annexed first place. They participated in all island completions and obtained the second place. In 2012 they had the honour of
Members of Staff
participating at National level, going through all the other levels of competitions due to their commitment and hard work. Sohan Anushka was selected as the best character in Western Province in 2011.
Being involved in such extra-curricular activities help the students to improve their dedication, punctuality, hard work, leadership qualities and most importantly they learn to work as a team. The motivation, guidance and corporation given to them by Rev. Fr. Rector Dr. Camillus Fernando, has brought them to this target. Former vice Rector Rev. Fr. Manorajan de Silva who was in-charge of the English drama unit also encouraged them to perform well at all times. Miss Dilini Ekanayake is the teacher-in-charge of this unit. This year they plan to stage the Shakespeare drama Othello.
Crusaders are really happy that the Old Boys Union together with Father Rector has initiated construction of new swimming pool amounting to 30 million, and the good news is that they have managed to collected 15 million up to date.
Therefore, Holy Cross College is much more than just a school. It is an institution rich in tradition, characterised by more than a century of hard work, dedication and achievement, all imbibed with the legendary crusader Spirit. It is a pioneer institution which has understood and nurtured the youth.
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