St. Sebastian — patron of the college

About us

A beacon of Catholic education.
Built for life and character.

Established in 1854, St. Sebastian's College, Moratuwa has nurtured generations of young men through faith, discipline, and intellectual excellence.

Exspecta Dominum Viriliter AgeExpect the Lord and act manfully.”

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A Journey of Faith and Resilience

The college began humbly on the porch of St. Sebastian's Church with just 11 pupils, and steadily grew through the dedication of administrators, staff, and benefactors.

1926

Administration entrusted to the De La Salle Brothers, beginning a new era of academic rigor and structure.

1960

After the denominational school takeover, the college continued as a private non-fee-levying school.

Since 2003

Successfully administered by the Archbishop of Colombo, sustaining holistic academic, spiritual, and moral formation.

Academic & Co-Curricular Excellence

We provide a robust curriculum that prepares students for Local O/L and A/L examinations in Sinhala and English mediums, with a strong emphasis on intellectual curiosity and critical thinking.

Beyond the classroom, Sebastianites excel in sports and ECAs — especially cricket, where the annual Battle of the Golds holds a prominent place in Sri Lanka's school sports calendar.