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Royal Institute International School - Nugegoda

Sri Lanka

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The school at a glance
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Opened 1993
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages English, French
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Community and Service, Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Royal Institute International School – Nugegoda, located at No. 223, Stanley Tilakaratne Mawatha, serves learners from Lower Nursery to Advanced Level. The school offers IMYC alongside the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and IB Middle Years Programme (MYP). Early years follow the AMI curriculum, while Grades 1 to Advanced Level are supported by National and Cambridge frameworks, with Cambridge and Edexcel options offered within the overall curriculum. Students prepare for National GCE Ordinary Level and Advanced Level examinations, as well as Cambridge Ordinary Level, Advanced Subsidiary Level and Advanced Level examinations. Established in 1993, the Nugegoda branch emphasizes professional development and student-centred learning. The campus includes Science Laboratories, ICT Laboratories, Play Areas, and a Sports Complex with a swimming pool, badminton court, basketball court, gym and cafeteria. Libraries promote inquiry and literacy. Notable programs include the RISA Online Academy, Royal Institute Centre of Skills, RIMUN, Interact Club, and Ridma Extravaganza.

No. 223, Stanley Tilakaratne Mawatha, Nugegoda

The Essentials

Location
Nugegoda Branch is located at No. 223, Stanley Tilakaratne Mawatha, Nugegoda. It is part of the Royal Institute International School network, which includes branches in Havelock Town, Maharagama, Girls' School and Gampaha.

Stages
Toddler to Advanced Level. AMI curriculum for early childhood; National and Cambridge curricula for higher grades.

Country affiliation
Sri Lanka
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Mr. G. T. Bandara is the Chairman; Dr. Nirodha Bandara is the Deputy Chairperson; Mrs. Iranthi Gunawardena is the Coordinating Principal. The Royal Institute International School network comprises five branch schools and Royal Institute Colombo as the higher education wing.
Fees
Application & admission fees
- A non‑refundable admission fee is payable when a new place is accepted. A refundable security deposit is also required at admission.

Tuition fees (per term and by year group)
- The school does not publish a public, itemised fee table showing tuition amounts by year group or per term for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years on its admissions or branch pages. Numeric tuition rates by grade/year and per‑term totals are therefore not publicly available.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Term fees are billed and expected to be paid during the first month of each term. The admission fee, the refundable deposit and the relevant first‑term fee are payable on admission.
- Late payment penalties are applied: a 5% surcharge is levied on late payments, increasing where payment is delayed beyond one month.

Boarding fees
- No boarding or residential‑boarding fees are listed for the Nugegoda branch; boarding facilities are not described among the branch services. No separate boarding fee schedule is published.

Other mandatory or typical additional costs
- A security deposit is collected at admission (noted as refundable).
- Uniform and dress requirements are set out in the school's dress code; specific uniform pricing is not published on the dress code page. Any uniform purchase costs are charged separately from term tuition.
- Scholarships, competition awards and fee waivers are used at times to offset the admission fee or term fee for winners (for example, the school has publicly offered full admission‑fee waivers and term‑fee discounts as competition prizes). One published competition itemised a full admission‑fee waiver described as “worth LKR 300,000.”

Refund information
- A refundable deposit is part of the admission payment structure. No publicly available, itemised refund schedule (for example, pro‑rata refund rules for mid‑term withdrawal) is published on the publicly accessible admissions/fees pages.

Fee payment options
- The school's public admissions and branch pages do not publish a detailed list of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, cheque or online payment gateway). Parents normally receive payment instructions (bank details or in‑person payment options) as part of the admissions paperwork and fee schedule.

Practical summary for parents (facts only)
- You will be required to pay an admission fee (non‑refundable), a refundable deposit and the first term's tuition when a place is confirmed. Thereafter, term fees are due in the first month of each term; late payments incur a surcharge. The school does not provide a publicly accessible per‑grade, per‑term fee table for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years on its admissions or branch pages. Numeric tuition amounts, detailed per‑term or annual totals by year group, uniform prices, and a comprehensive refund schedule are not available in the school's published pages.
Academics

Royal Institute International School - Nugegoda teaches IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), IB (PYP), IB (MYP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
AMI curriculum is used for early childhood at Nugegoda. National and Cambridge curricula are used for learners from lower grades to Advanced Level. Cambridge and Edexcel are also offered alongside National, as part of the overall academic framework. The school follows AMI for early years and National and/or Cambridge curricula for Grades 1 to Advanced Level. Students are prepared for National GCE Ordinary Level and Advanced Level examinations, and for Cambridge Ordinary Level, Advanced Subsidiary Level, and Advanced Level examinations.

Exam Results
Students are prepared for National GCE Ordinary Level and Advanced Level examinations, and Cambridge Ordinary Level, Advanced Subsidiary Level, and Advanced Level examinations.

Higher Education Progression
Royal Institute's higher education wing, Royal Institute Colombo (RIC), provides opportunities to read for degrees and certificates from leading UK and Australian universities that are internationally standard and reputable, along with MoE/UGC-approved degrees, all while studying in Sri Lanka.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Student-centered learning is emphasized. The Parents' Forum and Career Guidance Unit strengthen a family-based approach to holistic education. Events such as the Annual Art Competition and Ridma Extravaganza contribute to student development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Curricula include AMI Early Years, Cambridge Early Years, Cambridge, Edexcel, and National. The English Department supports improving English proficiency.
Parent Experience

History
Nugegoda Branch was established in 1993. The founding Principal was Mr. G. T. Bandara; nine teachers and 45 students in grades 1 to 6. Today it serves thousands of learners from Lower Nursery to Advanced Level. Curricula include AMI, Cambridge Early Years, Cambridge, Edexcel and National, and students are prepared for National GCE Ordinary Level and Advanced Level, and for Cambridge Ordinary Level, Advanced Subsidiary Level and Advanced Level examinations. The Principal is Mr. Jayalal Lokupathirage.

Community
Annual Art Competition and Ridma Extravaganza are vibrant events at the Nugegoda branch. The Dhamma School meets every Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Royal Institute Nugegoda branch and maintains a partnership with the Jethavanarama Buddhist Monastery. The Alumni network maintains a connection with RI and contributes to school life. The Nugegoda branch is part of a five-branch Royal Institute network including Havelock Town, Nugegoda, Girls' School, Maharagama, and Gampaha.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parents' Forum strengthens the family-based approach to holistic education. The Parents' Forum works with the Career Guidance Unit to support student development. Annual Art Competition and Ridma Extravaganza are highlighted in the Principal's Message as key events involving families. The Parents' Forum and Career Guidance Unit reflect RI's emphasis on family involvement in education. The branch participates in a broader network with branches in Havelock Town, Maharagama, Girls' School, and Gampaha, enabling cross-branch parent engagement. Alumni engagement also plays a role in the RI community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has Science Laboratories, ICT Laboratories, Play Areas, a Sports Complex, and Libraries. Science Laboratories are described as sophisticated and state-of-the-art for Biology, Physics, and Chemistry to provide high-quality laboratory experiences. ICT Laboratories are modern and equipped with the latest devices to deliver practical ICT learning. Play Areas are bright and designed with safety in mind. The Sports Complex is located in Wijerama and includes a swimming pool, a badminton court, a basketball court, and a gymnasium, with a cafeteria. Libraries provide a dynamic space that integrates traditional and modern concepts to support learning activities.

Sports Facilities
The Sports Complex is located in Wijerama and includes a swimming pool, a badminton court, a basketball court, and a gymnasium. A cafeteria is available to refresh and refuel. The complex supports physical education and team sports across the school. The facilities are designed to accommodate a range of athletic activities.

Academic Facilities
Science Laboratories are the most sophisticated and state-of-the-art Biology, Physics and Chemistry laboratories to craft and convey exciting lab content so that students receive comprehensive, high quality experience. ICT Laboratories are modern and equipped with the latest devices to deliver an all-inclusive practical ICT experience. Libraries offer a dynamic space that integrates traditional and modern concepts to support a range of learning activities. These facilities support science, technology and literacy across the curriculum.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Clubs and Societies include Interact Club, RIMUN, Mathematics Club, Drama Circle, Media Club, Quiz Club, and IT Society. Additional clubs include Astronomy Club, Young Global Researchers, Little Friends, Social Service Society, Art Club, Debate Club, Sinhala Club, Buddhist Society, Hindu Society, Islamic Society, and Science Society. The Interact Club operates across Nugegoda and Maharagama branches. The Model United Nations (RIMUN) is an active club with award-winning delegates. Ridma Extravaganza and the Annual Art Competition celebrate talent and creativity across Royal Institute branches, including Nugegoda.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Curricula include Cambridge Curriculum, Cambridge Early Years, Edexcel, and the National Curriculum in Sri Lanka. Students are prepared for national GCE Ordinary Level and Advanced Level examinations, as well as Cambridge Ordinary Level, Advanced Subsidiary Level and Advanced Level examinations. The Principal's Message describes a focus on student-centered learning, ongoing professional development for teachers, and platforms such as the RISA Online Academy and the Royal Institute Centre of Skills. Under Principal Mr. Jayalal Lokupathirage, around 200 academics support learners.

Arts & Creative
The school hosts events such as the Annual Art Competition. Ridma Extravaganza also celebrates student talent and creativity.

Cultural & Language
Dhamma School meets every Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Royal Institute Nugegoda branch.

Social & Hobbies
The Nugegoda branch maintains a 67-strong Prefect body that leads student activities. The Parents' Forum supports family involvement alongside the Career Guidance Unit as part of holistic education.

Leadership & Professional
The Prefect system provides leadership opportunities for students. The Career Guidance Unit supports students' professional development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Parents' Forum fosters family involvement and holistic education.
Languages

Language Provision
AMI curriculum for early childhood; National and/or Cambridge curriculum for learners from grades 1 to Advanced Level. Department of English emphasizes English language development.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Primary Admissions (Nursery to Grade 10). Parents/Guardians who wish to admit a child contact the Secretary (Admissions) at Havelock Town or any branch schools at Nugegoda, Maharagama, Maya Avenue, and Gampaha. The student sits for a placement test before admission. Admission is based on the marks scored. Required documents include a copy of the Birth Certificate and two stamp-size photographs.

2. Ordinary Level Admissions. Students enrolling for O-Level studies have to face a placement test before admission. Admission is based on marks obtained and the ability of the student. Required documents include a copy of the Birth Certificate, leaving certificate from the previous school, and two stamp-size photographs.

3. Advanced Level Admissions. Students enrolling for A-Level studies can select their stream and subject combinations based on the subjects being offered at the school. The students have to attend an interview with the Vice Principal and/or Principal after the above process. Admission requirements for Edexcel / National A-Levels are passes in not less than six subjects at the Cambridge O-Levels, IGCSE or Local O-Levels including Maths and English with at least three B passes and preferably a minimum of two B passes in the offering subjects for the A/Level course. Students can apply with pending OL results. Required documents include a copy of the Birth Certificate, a copy of the O-Level result sheet, leaving certificate of the previous school, and two stamp-size photographs.
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