Inspired by vision, driven by excellence, rooted in Sri Lankan Identity

The Lyceum Inter national School marked a momentous occasion with the successful celebration of its 33rd Founder’s Day alongside the 25th Anniversary of Lyceum International School, Wattala, held at the school premises in Wattala. Founder's day at Lyceum International is not merely a date on the calendar; it is a celebration of its vision, the perseverance that drove it, and the dedication to education that has shaped the institution's identity. Observed annually, it commemorates the founding of the school , an institution dedicated to academic excellence and holistic development. The gathering serves to reflect on the foundational values of the institution and to the recognise the contributions of all those who have been part of an incredible journey.

The historic celebration was graced by the presence of the Founder, Dr. Mohan Lal Grero, and Consulting Coordinating Principal, Dr. (Mrs.) Kumari Grero, Coordinating Principal Mrs. Kumari Wijeratna together with Ms. Premila Paulraj, Chief Executive Officer of Lyceum Education Group and Chief Growth Of ficer of Lyceum Global Holdings. The event was also attended by the Principal of Lyceum International School, Ms. Stella Anton, Advisory Council members, senior management, staff, parents, and students representing the wider Lyceum community. The celebration reflected on Lyceum’s remarkable journey, which began in 1993 with just seven students and four teachers, founded by Dr. Mohan Lal Grero with a vision to provide high-quality English medium education rooted in Sri Lankan identity and values.

Over the past 33 years, that vision has grown into one of Sri Lanka’s leading international school networks. Today, Lyceum operates 10 main schools and 10 branch schools across the country, and nurtures a vibrant student population of over 27,000 learners and 2300 members of staff, making it one of the largest international school communities in Sri Lanka. From its humble beginnings, Lyceum has remained committed to shaping young minds, fostering innovation, and nurturing globally competent citizens while preserving Sri Lankan cultural identity.

The institution continues to provide a balanced education that combines academic excellence with character development, creativity, and global awareness. The Founder's vision was to create an inclusive environment where young learners from diverse backgrounds, cultures and ethnicities could thrive. Over the years this vision has transformed into a vibrant educational community, rich in cultural diversity and academic vigour, balanced by an exceptionally wide range of co-curricular activities available to all students.

The qualitative and quantitative outcomes reinforce the realisation of that vision. Speaking at the event, the leadership reflected on Lyceum’s enduring mission to empower future generations through education that transcends boundaries, preparing students to become responsible global citizens with strong values and national pride. The 25th anniversary of Lyceum Wattala added further significance to this year’s celebration, highlighting the school’s contribution to the educational landscape and its continued commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.

The event concluded with a renewed commitment from the Lyceum community to continue its journey of educational transformation, innovation, and service to the nation. As Lyceum moves forward, it remains dedicated to its founding vision—building a future where education empowers every learner to succeed locally and globally while staying rooted in Sri Lankan identity., enabling them to contribute significantly to the re-shaping of the motherland.