Vision
Est. 1979 · National School · Puttalam · Sri Lanka
Puttalam Hindu
Central College
Sincerity · Purity · Superiority
A Tamil-medium national school in the North Western Province, serving students from Grade 1 through Advanced Level since 1979.
1979
Founded
National school since
1C
School category
Ministry of Education
1 – 13
Grades taught
Ages 6 – 18
Mixed
Student body
Tamil medium
School Overview
A national school rooted in heritage and community.
Puttalam Hindu Central College (PHCC) is a public national school on Kurunegala Road in Puttalam, Sri Lanka. Founded in 1979 as Hindu Tamil Maha Vidyalayam, the school was renamed at its Silver Jubilee in 2004 and today serves students from Grade 1 through Advanced Level.
- Tamil-medium national school under the Ministry of Education
- Serving grades 1 – 13 across primary, secondary and Advanced Level
- A mixed school welcoming Hindu, Muslim and Catholic students
Our History
Four decades of learning in Puttalam.
Key moments in the story of Puttalam Hindu Central College, drawn from publicly documented sources.
- 1979
College founded
Founded as Hindu Tamil Maha Vidyalayam by the late Nadaraja Devar and the late Ratnasingam, with the support of the Puttalam Hindu Maha Saba.
- 1984
Infrastructure crisis and rebuild
As the college grew, it faced a serious crisis due to inadequate infrastructure. Support from local benefactors made it possible to rebuild and continue.
- 2004
Silver Jubilee and renaming
The Silver Jubilee celebrations marked the school's renaming to Puttalam Hindu Central College.
- 2007
Moovendhar Vizha — Tamil exhibition
A landmark Tamil cultural and literary exhibition held at the college.
- 2018
Meendum Palliku Pogalam
A celebrated reunion of former students returning to campus.
Guiding Principles
Motto, vision and mission.
The values that shape everyday learning and community life at PHCC.
The Motto
Sincerity · Purity · Superiority
Character · Scholarship · Service
Mission
Through organized administration and a dedicated, committed team of teachers, our college provides students with quality education and guidance, striving to be an institution loved by the community.
Official photo pending
From the Principal
The Principal's official welcome message has not yet been provided. Once shared by the school, a formal address to students, families and visitors will appear in this space.
Thampi Dhurai
Thampi Dhurai
Principal · Puttalam Hindu Central College
School Houses
Three houses. One college.
Students at PHCC belong to one of three houses, each named after a figure of enduring cultural and intellectual significance.
House
Navalar
One of the three houses that shape inter-house competition, service and pastoral life at the college.
House
Valluvar
One of the three houses that shape inter-house competition, service and pastoral life at the college.
House
Nadarajar
One of the three houses that shape inter-house competition, service and pastoral life at the college.
School Colours
Maroon and yellow.
The two colours worn with pride at every ceremony, sports meet and academic occasion.
Colour
Maroon
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Colour
Yellow
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Academic Structure
A full pathway from Grade 1 to Advanced Level.
PHCC is a 1C national school offering the Sri Lankan national curriculum across primary, secondary and Advanced Level.
Grades 1 – 5
Primary
The foundational years, building literacy, numeracy and curiosity in the Tamil medium.
Grades 6 – 9
Junior Secondary
Broadening the curriculum across languages, mathematics, science and the humanities.
Grades 10 – 11
Ordinary Level
Preparation for the G.C.E. Ordinary Level national examination.
Grades 12 – 13
Advanced Level
Advanced Level study leading to G.C.E. A/L. Stream offerings are being confirmed by the school.
Facilities
Spaces that support learning and community.
A summary of facilities referenced in publicly available records. A full facilities directory will be added once verified with the school.
Main College Buildings
Classrooms and administration on the Kurunegala Road campus in Puttalam.
Science Block
Referenced as the venue for the annual Science Exhibition.
College Main Hall
Used for prize givings, cultural events and school-wide gatherings.
College Grounds
Home of inter-house sports and the school's softball cricket tradition.
Auditorium
Hosts cultural evenings, Vaani Vizha and the arts programme.
Facility list is representative based on referenced events. Detailed descriptions and photography will be added once provided by the school.
Achievements
Milestones worth remembering.
Only publicly documented milestones are listed. A fuller record — with citations — will be added as the school confirms further achievements.
2004
Silver Jubilee celebrated
The college marked twenty-five years of service to Puttalam and adopted its current name — Puttalam Hindu Central College.
Recurring
Vaani Vizha — annual cultural programme
A student cultural festival held each year, showcasing the school's Tamil literary and performing arts.
Recurring
Recognised in schools-level softball cricket
The college is publicly noted for its participation and prominence in Puttalam schools-level softball cricket.
Verified achievements only. Additional accomplishments will be published as they are confirmed with the school administration.
Gallery
Life through the lens.
A visual snapshot of everyday life on campus.
Get in Touch
Visit, call or write to the college.
Official phone, email and social channels will be published here once verified by the school.
- AddressKurunegala Road
Puttalam, Puttalam District
North Western Province, Sri LankaOpen in Google Maps → - TelephoneAwaiting verified number
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Admissions
Begin your journey at
Puttalam Hindu Central College.
Admission is governed by the Sri Lanka Ministry of Education policy for national schools. Detailed cycle dates and forms will be published here once released by the college.