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Wycherley Schools Coordinating Principal and ANC Education CEO Dayan D.L. Fernando (left) with CEG Holdings Chairman Dr. Jagath Alwis
Wycherley International School recently marked a major milestone with the launch of its 40th Anniversary Coffee Table Book, a celebration of four decades of vision, dedication, and educational excellence. “This book has been a personal dream of mine,” said Wycherley Schools Coordinating Principal, ANC Education CEO and Wycherley Colombo former Principal Dayan Fernando. “Coming from a school rich in tradition, I’ve always believed that Wycherley deserves this recognition. I hope future generations will understand the foundations laid by our founders, past principals, and dedicated teachers.” More than a collection of photographs, the book tells the story of Wycherley through the people who shaped it: founders, educators, students, and alumni. “It is a tribute to four decades of vision, perseverance, and heart,”Fernando said, reflecting on the privilege of standing between the legacy of the past and the promise of the future. Special recognition went to Chairman Dr. Jagath Alwis, whose leadership has guided the school’s growth, and to Fernando’s predecessors, Dr. Frank Jayasinghe and the late Kingsley Jayasinghe. Addressing students and alumni, Fernando urged, “Do not ask what the school can give you, but what you can give to the school. The best chapters of Wycherley are still to come.”
The book, compiled by Events Coordinator Bernadette Nagarajah, is a labour of love capturing Wycherley’s memories, milestones, and spirit. The launch was also graced by founders C.T.A. Schaffter, M.H.M. Rafiq, and T.J. Emmanuel, who reflected on the school’s growth from humble beginnings to a leading institution recognised for excellence in academics, sports, and character building. With a student population of around 4,500, Wycherley is celebrated for its strong discipline, high standards, and holistic education. Dr. Alwis reaffirmed the importance of nurturing the student- teacher relationship and fostering well-rounded development. Current Principal Dulka Mendis paid tribute to past leaders and thanked the wider school community for their ongoing support. She addressed the students directly: “To my beloved students, the heart of Wycherley, may you always cherish the values instilled in you, the teachers who shaped you, and the memories created. May this book inspire generations to come, reminding us all of where we began, what we stand for, and the journey that lies ahead.”
