Ananda Sasthralaya Rd, Mathugama 0342 247 271 info@sastralaya.lk

Welcome to Ananda Sastralaya

About Ananda Sastralaya

Ananda Sastralaya National School, Matugama is a mixed public national school in Kalutara District, Western Province, Sri Lanka. Founded on 22 February 1942 by Dayasena Pasqual during World War II, it serves grades 6-13 with Buddhist affiliation.

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Highlights

Our Principals

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Mr. Randun Jayalath

Principal

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Mrs. K. M. Lankatilake

Deputy Principal

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Mrs. H.W.D.Karunarathna

Deputy Principal

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Mrs. W.A.W.Lalangani

Deputy Principal

Past Pupils Testimonial

Discover heartfelt memories from our past students, real stories of growth, inspiration, and lifelong connection

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“Ananda Sastralaya, Mathugama nurtured my foundation of knowledge, leadership, and values, guiding me toward national and international service through engineering, management, and professional excellence..” — Mr. Jayavilal Meedoda (Former Additional General Manager-CEB), (Former President – IESL)
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“Ananda Sastralaya, Mathugama shaped my discipline, vision, and determination. The values I gained here strongly guided my entrepreneurial journey, inspiring me to achieve success while giving back to society..” —Mr. Srimal Jayasinghe -Entrepreneur, Group Director-Jayasinghe Industries
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“The years at Ananda Sastralaya under the guidance of Principal Robin Pasqual and dedicated teachers shaped my discipline and character, laying the strong foundation for my successful engineering career..” — Mr. Keerthi Sumanasekara - Former Chairman and General Manager, National Water Supply and Drainage Board.
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“Ananda Sastralaya, Mathugama nurtured my foundation of knowledge, leadership, and values, guiding me toward national and international service through engineering, management, and professional excellence..” — Mr. Janaka Kumara - ASP Negombo Area, Sri Lanka Police.

What are the uniqueness of Ananda Sastralaya, Matugama

Ananda Sastralaya, Matugama was founded on 22 February 1942 during World War II, by Dayasena Pasqual, offering classes G1 through 13. It enrolls about 3,743 students, nearly equal male and female proportions, in the Kalutara district under the Western Province.

Wartime branch origin

Established when Colombo schools shut down in war, this branch was a wartime extension of Kotte Ananda.

Local founder legacy

Founded by Dayasena Turnolius Pasqual, who rallied community and connection with Kotte Ananda.

Mixed gender enrollment

Unlike many single-sex schools, Ananda Matugama admits both boys and girls across levels.

Balanced gender ratio

Student body counts roughly equal numbers of males and females (1,894 males, 1,849 females).

Broad grade span

Offers education from Grade 1 through Grade 13, covering primary to advanced levels.

Community educational beacon

Serves Matugama area as a prominent national school, central to local education development.

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