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The Principal Rev. Richard Collins founded Trinity College in 1872. Although, it was founded as an Anglican Missionary school based on the traditions of public schools in England, the missionaries took into its ambit the best of the indigenous culture.

Today it is one of the leading schools with a rich heritage. The grand Principal of Trinity College Rev. A.G. Fraser brought the school from a mere provincial school to a national college. In his day (1904-1924), it became a multi faceted educational institution, equal to that of any leading school in the British Commonwealth.

Although Trinity College was founded in 1872, its antecedents go back to 1817 when the first missionaries from Britain, Mr. and Mrs. Browning entered the hill country, despite the anti-British rebellion that had shaken the Ceylon. They set up an elementary school of humble proportions, which later grew up to be a large institution.

Trinity’s mission is to provide the best all-round education for the boys in a caring, disciplined and inspiring environment. This includes academic studies, sports, the Arts and extra-curricular activities.

True to the principles of its Anglican founders, Trinity College has always endeavoured to instil and nurture qualities such as respect, compassion, self-discipline, fairness, honesty and integrity. As an Anglican school, but with children from many different religions, we believe that these virtues are valued not only by Christians, but by members of all faiths.

Trinity College aims to produce the next generation of leaders in Sri Lanka. As such, boys should leave the school confident, articulate, well-balanced and able to think for themselves. They should be comfortable both in English and in their mother tongue. They should be ambitious and determined, yet sensitive to the needs of others. And they should be critical and creative thinkers, who are ready to make a positive difference to their country and to the world.

Trinity College has around 3,000 pupils. Starting at the age of 3 at Montessori Nursery, gives very young children their initial experience of school. The Junior School discovers and nurtures a child's unique talents and strengths; it gives opportunities for boys to try out new and exciting activities; and it provides a sound academic foundation to take to the next level. The Middle School aims to create hard-working, creative, active and disciplined students, who are encouraged to think for themselves. Academic study is balanced by a wide variety of sports and extra-curricular activities. And the Upper School provides multiple academic and extra-curricular opportunities within a stimulating environment; thereby enabling our boys to develop the life-skills to become leaders at all levels of society.

Ours is a modern, forward-thinking school which embraces new opportunities within teaching and learning. Tradition remains important and still shapes some of our guiding principles, but it is a willingness to innovate which has seen the school thrive for centuries.

We offer an excellent sports and activities programme enabling boys to identify and develop their own skills and strengths, within a supportive environment.