St Benedict's College Colombo
St. Benedict's College is a Catholic school located in Kotahena area of Colombo, Sri Lanka. This school was founded in 1865 and is managed by De La Salle Brothers. The school is considered as one of the leading schools in Sri Lanka also known as oldest catholic school in the island, with a history of over 147 years. The school has being monumental in producing reputed pupils who have gained fame internationally and locally in various fields. St. Benedict's College has been able to produce good results academically and has also produced All-Island champion teams in Soccer, Basketball, Hockey and Cricket .
The school is also well renowned for the Western Band and College choir, that have performed phenomenally in society. Currently Rev. Bro. Janaka Fonseka FSC is the Director of the College. The school was considered as the leading school in the island in the 1960s.
Coordinates: 6°56′55.19″N 79°51′52.34″E / 6.9486639°N 79.8645389°E / 6.9486639; 79.8645389
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