Sirisaman National College · OPA · Deraniyagala
Welcome to the Old Pupils Association of Sirisaman National College — Deraniyagala. We are the alumni community honouring the school that nurtured us, and giving back to the generation that walks its corridors today.
The School
For decades, Sirisaman National College has been the heart of education in the Deraniyagala valley — sending its sons and daughters into every corner of Sri Lanka and the world.
Located in Deraniyagala, in the heart of the Kegalle District, Sirisaman National College — known to generations as Sirisaman Madhya Maha Vidyalaya (සිරිසමන් මධ්ය මහා විද්යාලය) — stands as the principal seat of learning for the Deraniyagala township and its surrounding villages.
From a modest Central College, the institution was elevated to National School status, broadening its mandate to offer instruction from the early grades through Advanced Level in Science, Commerce, and Arts streams. A spacious playground, a Buddhist shrine room, modern science laboratories, a well-stocked library, and ICT facilities make up the campus today.
Beyond the classroom, the school is a cultural and sporting force — fielding four cadet platoons, both Western and Eastern music bands, dance and drama societies, a Photographic Art Society, and athletic teams that regularly bring honour to the Sabaragamuwa Province and beyond.
Vision & Mission
දැනුමින්, ශීලයෙන් හා දයාවෙන් පරිපූර්ණ පුරවැසියන් සමාජයට දායාද කිරීම.
To nurture every child who enters our gates into a citizen of knowledge, integrity, and compassion — a son or daughter of Deraniyagala who serves family, community, and nation with distinction.
ශාස්ත්රීය, ක්රීඩා, සංස්කෘතික හා පෞරුෂ ගුණාංග සමබර ලෙස වර්ධනය කිරීම.
To deliver a balanced, modern education — strong in academics, rich in the arts and athletics, and rooted in the cultural and spiritual heritage of our community — supported by a thriving alumni network that gives back to the school in every generation.
School Accomplishments
From provincial sports medals to cultural awards and steady Advanced Level results, the school's record speaks of teachers and students who push each other to do more.
Under-15 Girls' Volleyball team crowned Kegalle District Champions and qualified for the All-Island championships in the DSI Super Sports series — one of many recent provincial victories.
Senior dance ensemble swept third places at the 2025 Sabaragamuwa Provincial Dance Competition in Pattini Mal Asna, Alarippu, and Solo Bera (drum) categories — a testament to a deep-rooted cultural programme.
Four active Cadet Corps platoons, regularly ranked among the top in the Sabaragamuwa Cadet Camp competitions — instilling discipline, leadership, and service in our young.
Twin music bands trained to perform at school ceremonies, religious observances, and provincial events — including the annual Poson Bhakti Gee programme that draws audiences from across the region.
An active student-led society documenting school life, sporting moments, and cultural events — building a visual archive that has become a community resource for the region.
Consistent A/L pass rates in Science, Commerce, and Arts streams, with students entering national universities and professional institutes year on year — the school's quiet, steady contribution to the country's intellectual capital.
School News & Updates
Our junior girls' volleyball team lifted the Kegalle District trophy in the DSI Super Sports Championship and qualified for the All-Island Tournament. Deep gratitude to coach Mrs A. Jayanthi Karunaratne and the entire sports staff.
Read on Facebook →The school's music department presents its annual programme of Buddhist devotional songs on the full-moon Poson day — a heartfelt invitation extended to all old pupils and well-wishers.
Watch the programme →Senior students placed third in Pattini Mal Asna, Alarippu, and the Solo Bera Vadana categories at the 2025 Sabaragamuwa Provincial Dance Competition. Warm congratulations to dancers and tutors.
See more →The Old Pupils Association
ආදී ශිෂ්ය සංගමය
The Old Pupils Association exists to keep the bonds of school alive long after the school gates have closed behind us — and to channel the goodwill, time, and resources of our alumni back into the school that made us who we are.
The Association is rooted at the school in Deraniyagala — the misty valley town that shaped us. Whether you sat for your O/Ls in 2003 or your A/Ls in 2023, whether you live next door to the school or anywhere else in the country, there is a place for you in this Association.
Ways to Contribute
There is no small contribution. Every rupee, every hour, every word of encouragement matters. Choose the path that suits where you are in life.
Fund a deserving student's school year — uniforms, books, exam fees, even a daily meal. A modest annual commitment changes a child's trajectory.
Share your career journey with our senior students. One hour over Zoom, one visit on a school day — it leaves a lasting impression.
Books, computers, lab equipment, sports gear. The Association maintains a live wishlist drawn up with the Principal's office each term.
Annual Big Match, prize-givings, reunion dinners, sports meets — we need hands on deck. Bring your skills, bring your enthusiasm.
Buildings, the library refurbishment, ICT lab upgrades, the playground pavilion. Large gifts are recognised on the school's honour board.
Help us reach more alumni. Share this page. Speak about the OPA at family gatherings. Bring a friend to the next event. Word of mouth is everything.
Membership · Open to All Past Pupils
සංගමයට බැඳෙන්න · අපගේ පාසලට ආදරයෙන් ආයෝජනය කරන්න
Fill out our short membership form. It takes less than two minutes, and a committee member will be in touch with your membership card and details of the next gathering.
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