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Wycherley International School - Dehiwala

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees LKR 135,000 - 223,200
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1985
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Sinhala, Tamil, French, German
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Wycherley International School Dehiwala is a co-educational Cambridge curriculum school for ages 3 to 18, located at 13, 15, 17 Sri Maha Bodhi Road, Dehiwala, Sri Lanka. The school teaches the Cambridge Primary, Secondary, IGCSE, AS and A Levels in English from Elementary through Senior School, with Cambridge Primary covering UKG to Grade 2, Secondary 01 for Grades 3–5, and Secondary 02 for Grades 6–8. It is the Cambridge Centre in Sri Lanka, endorsed by the University of Cambridge, offering a continuous pathway from Primary to Senior School. A Learning Resource Centre provides individualized academic support, therapies, IEPs and progress‑based planning, alongside science labs, computer labs, art rooms, libraries and performance spaces. Extracurriculars include Chess, Western Band, Choir, Hewisi Band, Interact Club and Toastmasters, plus a sport program. The campus emphasizes safety, digital learning tools and inclusive education, with branches expanding since 1996 to strengthen Cambridge provision across the country.

13, 15, 17 Sri Maha Bodhi Road, Dehiwala

The Essentials

Wycherley International School - Dehiwala has instruction in English.

Location
Dehiwala, Western Province, Sri Lanka. The Dehiwala campus is at 13, 15, 17 Sri Maha Bodhi Road, Dehiwala. Wycherley International School operates across Colombo, Gampaha and Dehiwala.

Stages
Junior School and Senior School. The Cambridge Pathway covers education from age 3 to 19.

Type
co-educational

Additional learning support
The Learning Resource Centre provides tailored support for students needing additional academic, emotional, and developmental guidance, with integration into mainstream classrooms where appropriate.

Country affiliation
Sri Lanka
Diving Deeper

House System
Wycherley has a four-house system: Apollo, Athena, Pegasus and Triton. Students are allocated to a house on entry and remain in that house for their time at Wycherley; siblings join the same house. Houses contest in Swimming and Athletics, with fixtures in Cricket, Basketball and Badminton; the Overall Challenge Shield is awarded on Prize Day.

Governance and Ownership
Board of Directors leads Wycherley International School, including Dr. Jagath Alwis (Chairman), Mr. Upali Witharana, Mr. Ajith Gunawardene, Mr. Patrick Alwis, Mr. T.N.M. Peiris and Dr. Punarjeeva Karunanayake. The school is affiliated with the Ceylinco Education Group.
Fees

Annual tuition at Wycherley International School - Dehiwala ranges from LKR 135,000 to LKR 223,200 for 2026/27.

Application / Admission fees

- Play Group through A‑Levels: LKR 265,000.
- UKG (Year 1): LKR 188,500.
- Grades 2–5: LKR 159,000.
- Grades 6–8: LKR 129,500.
- Grades 9–12: LKR 100,000.

Tuition fees — term rates by year group (per term)

- Play Group (age 2–3): LKR 45,000 per term.
- Nursery (age 3–4): LKR 50,000 per term.
- LKG (age 4–5): LKR 57,600 per term.
- UKG / Year 1 (age 5–6): LKR 64,800 per term.
- Grade 1 (age 6–7): LKR 67,200 per term.
- Grade 2 (age 7–8): LKR 69,600 per term.
- Grade 3 (age 8–9): LKR 72,000 per term.
- Grade 4 (age 9–10): LKR 74,400 per term.
- Grade 5 (age 10–11): LKR 76,800 per term.
- Grade 6 (age 11–12): LKR 79,200 per term.
- Grade 7 (age 12–13): LKR 81,600 per term.
- Grade 8 (age 13–14): LKR 84,000 per term.
- Grade 9 (age 14–15): LKR 93,600 per term (note: senior term counts differ; see billing schedule).
- Grade 10 (age 15–16): LKR 96,000 per term.
- Grade 11 (age 16–17): LKR 108,000 per term.
- Grade 12 (age 17–18): LKR 108,000 per term.

Annual tuition (standard school term counts and calculation)

- Junior School (Play Group up to Grade 8) standard year: three terms per academic year. Annual tuition = per‑term rate × 3. (Example: Grade 5 annual tuition = LKR 76,800 × 3 = LKR 230,400.)
- Senior School (Grade 9–12) standard year: two terms per academic year. Annual tuition = per‑term rate × 2. (Example: Grade 11 annual tuition = LKR 108,000 × 2 = LKR 216,000.)

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Terms and term months: Junior School runs three terms (1st Term: August–December; 2nd Term: January–April; 3rd Term: April–June). Senior School runs two terms (1st Term: August–December; 2nd Term: January–June).
- Term fees are payable in advance at the start of each term. For Junior School the published payable months are August, January and April; for Senior School the published payable months are August and January. Fees must be paid in full before the commencement of each term.
- The admission fee (deposit) must be paid in full before joining. A minimum of one term's notice is required to withdraw a child to be eligible for a refund of the deposit; if a child leaves during the course of the year the deposit refund will not be made under the stated policy.

Boarding / hostel

- No boarding or hostel fees are published for the Dehiwala campus; the school's campus and facilities descriptions and public profiles do not list a boarding programme.

Other costs and mandatory charges

- Admission fee functions as a deposit under the published policy and is subject to the refund/notice conditions described above.
- The publicly posted fee schedule does not itemise separate routine charges (for example a uniform levy, textbook charge, stationery pack, transport fee or exam fee) on the same page as the term tuition rates. Specific extra charges (uniforms, books, activity or exam fees, transport) are typically listed or invoiced separately by the school when applicable.
- Transport: public profiles indicate no school bus service for the relevant listing; no specific transport fee schedule is published for Dehiwala.

Refund information

- The admission fee is refundable under the school's stated conditions: it is described as refundable but not transferable, and refund of the deposit requires a minimum of one term's notice; if the child leaves during the academic year the deposit will not be refunded under the published terms. Fees for terms must be paid in advance and are expected to be settled before the term starts.

Fee payment options and accepted methods

- Online payments are processed through the school's payment portal (MyFees). Accepted payment methods include local bank credit/debit cards, internationally issued cards paying in Sri Lankan Rupees, and an option to pay by international card in USD. Installment/payment‑plan options are available through the payment portal and partner bank offers (tenures and eligibility vary by card and bank).
- School events and specific activities have been shown to accept bank deposits where listed (event invoices may include bank account details for direct deposit). Standard tuition and term payments are handled through the school's established payment portal or the school's billing process.

Summary (key practical points for parents)

- One‑off admission fee (deposit) is charged by year group as listed above.
- Term tuition rates are charged per term according to the child's grade; Junior School uses three terms and Senior School two terms when calculating annual tuition.
- Term fees are payable in advance; published payable months include August, January and April (Junior) and August and January (Senior).
- No boarding programme is published for the Dehiwala campus.
- Online payment by card (local and international), foreign‑currency card option and bank/portal installment plans are accepted via the school's payment partner.
Academics

Wycherley International School - Dehiwala teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Wycherley teaches the Cambridge Curriculum from Primary through Senior School. It is described as the Cambridge Centre in Sri Lanka offering the world recognised Cambridge Curriculum from Primary to Secondary education and is endorsed by the University of Cambridge – UK. English is the medium of instruction from Elementary to Senior School. Cambridge Primary covers UKG to Grade 2, Cambridge Secondary 01 covers Grade 3 to Grade 5, Cambridge Secondary 02 covers Grade 6 to Grade 8, and the Senior School offers Cambridge O/Level in Grade 10 and Cambridge A/Level in Grade 12.

Exam Results
100% pass rate in all Cambridge examinations. 80% A's & B's – consistently achieved.

Higher Education Progression
Past pupils are presently reading for their degrees in Medicine, Law, Engineering, Finance and other spheres at prestigious universities. Wycherley's students have transferred to top UK universities such as Cambridge, Sheffield, and Nottingham, and to Australian, American, Malaysian, and Singaporean universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Wycherley International School Dehiwala integrates social and emotional development into its holistic education. The school fosters respect, empathy and global-mindedness within a diverse, multi-ethnic community. The Headmistress emphasises the importance of academic, emotional, social and moral development as part of daily learning.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Learning Resource Centre is a specialised unit designed to assist students who require additional academic, emotional and developmental guidance. It provides individual and small group academic support, behavioural and emotional guidance, social skills development, classroom support through shadow teachers, and Individualised Education Plans with ongoing progress monitoring. The LRC supports inclusion by enabling collaboration with mainstream classrooms.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
In a multicultural environment, students gain fluency in English while appreciating local languages and cultures, preparing them to thrive in a diverse, global society.

Mental Wellbeing
The Learning Resource Centre focuses on emotional well-being and behavioural growth as part of its holistic approach. It offers therapeutic interventions including speech, swimming, music, art and dancing therapies to support emotional expression, focus and social development.
Parent Experience

History
Wycherley International School was established on January 7, 1985 at the Bauddhaloka Mawatha site in Colombo 7 to provide English-medium education. It began with 100 students and 40 staff, offering Nursery to Grade 8. By 1986 it expanded to Grade 12, and in 1988 senior classes moved to Queens Road, Colombo 3, enabling growth with enhanced facilities. In 1996 the school marked its 10th anniversary with over 1,000 students and a growing Cambridge profile for UK O‑Levels and A‑Levels. From 2001 to 2025 Wycherley expanded with Dehiwala and Gampaha branches, introduced the Cambridge International Primary Programme for Grades 1–12, and continued infrastructure development; Wycherley remains a private, coeducational institution steered by a Board of Directors and is associated with the Ceylinco Education Group.

Community
Wycherley maintains an active school community with a range of events and cultural activities. Notable events include the annual Big Match against Colombo International School. Wycherley Dehiwala hosted the 'The World Through Our Eyes' student art exhibition at the JDA Perera Art Gallery. Poson Poya was commemorated with a Bakthi Gee program. Cambridge South Asia Leadership Visits Wycherley highlights the school's engagement with regional leadership.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Wycherley International School provides modern facilities to support learning across disciplines. From science laboratories and computer labs to art rooms, libraries and performance spaces, every facility enriches student life and learning. Singing & Dancing spaces, a playground and sandpit are available to students. New buildings across all branches emphasize safety, comfort and access to digital tools to support academic, social and creative development.

Academic Facilities
Wycherley Dehiwala offers a well‑resourced Learning Resource Centre that provides structured, individualized academic support, behavioural and emotional guidance, and social skills development, with classroom support through shadow teachers and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Ongoing progress assessments help tailor each student's plan. The Centre also delivers a range of therapies, including Speech, Swimming, Music, Art and Dancing therapies, to support holistic development. The LRC supports real‑world experiences through carefully planned educational excursions and fosters inclusion within the wider school community.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Wycherley has a wide range of extra‑curricular activities. The program includes sports such as Basketball, Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Cricket, Badminton and Tennis, as well as Chess. Non‑physical activities include Chess, Western Band, Choir and Hewisi Band, with student‑led clubs and committees such as Toastmaster's Event and Interact Club. In 2024/2025, netball teams competed in the Inter‑International Schools Netball Tournament, with Under‑16 Mixed placing 3rd, Under‑18 Mixed placing 2nd and Under‑18 Girls reaching the quarter‑finals. The cricket team participated in the 2024/2025 season, including the Battle of the Lions big match, and the Western Band and Choir hold regular performances as part of school events.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has a chess program that competes in Inter-International Schools, Sri Lanka Schools, and international tournaments. The Under-16 team placed 3rd at the Inter-International Schools Tournament. Five Wycherley players were selected for the All-Island Chess Tournament, and Oshini Gunawardhana was awarded the title Women International Master.

Arts & Creative
Wycherley has a Western Brass Band of 25 students with brass and woodwind instruments and band costumes. The Choir holds practice sessions every Monday and Wednesday and competes in the Inter-International School Choir Competition. The Hewisi Band consists of 37 Middle School students who take part in many school events, and a dance troupe performed in the Choir Production.

Social & Hobbies
Wycherley has a wide spectrum of clubs and committees; The Toastmaster's Event, Interact Club, and other societies feature significantly in the social agenda.

Leadership & Professional
Toastmaster's Event and Interact Club are part of Wycherley's extracurricular offerings, along with other societies that feature in the social agenda.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wycherley offers a broad sports program including Basketball, Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Cricket, Karate, Soccer, Badminton, Tennis, and Chess. Regular practices are held under the direction of coaches. Notable achievements include strong showings in inter-school competitions across cricket, football, netball, and swimming, and a medal-winning Karate program with 70–80 students training. Vinul Senanayake won 1st place in Open Boys 50m Breaststroke at the Inter-International Schools meet.
Languages

Language Provision
English is taught as a core subject. Wycherley follows the Cambridge Curriculum from UKG (Year 1) to Grade 12 and is a Cambridge Centre. The Cambridge Pathway provides a clear path for educational success from age 3 to 19. Cambridge Primary is for ages 5–11, Cambridge Secondary 1 for ages 11–14, Cambridge Secondary 2 for ages 14–16 with Cambridge O/Level, and Cambridge Advanced for ages 16–19 with Cambridge AS and A Levels.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Admissions are carried out throughout the school year, and your child is welcome to join at any time. Senior School follows an academic year with two terms: 1st Term – August to December; 2nd Term – January to June. Junior School follows an academic year with three terms: 1st Term – August to December; 2nd Term – January to April; 3rd Term – April to June. Step 2: Apply to Wycherley International School. An application form is used to apply. The form collects the student's Full Name and the parent/guardian's Full Name, the student's Date of Birth, Current Location, Contact Email, Contact Number, and Address. Please select your preferred Wycherley branch for admission: Colombo, Gampaha, Dehiwla. Step 3: Branch details and contact. Wycherley International School Colombo is located at No. 232, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 07; T: +94 77 773 0730; E: admissions@wis.lk. Wycherley International School Gampaha is located at No. 05, Mudungoda, Miriswatta, Gampaha; T: +94 77 00 37037; E: admissions@wisgampaha.lk. Wycherley International School Dehiwala is located at 13, 15, 17 Sri Maha Bodhi Road, Dehiwala; T: +94 77 58 3841; E: info@wisdehiwala.lk.

Scholarships
Academic continuity is provided: a full scholarship covers the remainder of the student's schooling in the event of the breadwinner's death or total permanent disability. The school also guarantees university entrance for all qualifying students.
School Events
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