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Applications ClosedRead our Online Admission GuidelinesTrinity College, Kandy seeks to have transparency as an integral part of its admission process and thus admissions to the School, are at the prerogative of the Principal of the School and the duly appointed Students Admission Committee, all of whom are appointed by a Board of Governors, whose composition is made up by Bishops of the Anglican Community, Leading Citizens, prominent Old Boys and other Representatives.
Applications are welcome from parents of children of school-going age. Both Boarding and Day Scholar places are offered, subject to availability and applicable requirements.
Vacancies are announced annually through print and online media. Applications must be submitted through the College’s official online admissions portal, and forms are made available only during the designated application period for each intake.
Intakes are conducted at the following levels:
Grade 1 – Applications are called in late February or early March of the preceding year.
Grades 4, 6 (occasionally 7) – Applications are called in July of the preceding year.
Grade 12 – Applications are called in April or May, following the release of GCE O/L results.
London Edexcel stream – Intake available at Grade 12.
The number of vacancies in each grade is fixed. All applications are reviewed, and shortlisted candidates may be required to attend assessments, tests, or interviews before final decisions are made.
While every effort is taken to ensure a fair and impartial process, admission cannot be guaranteed. Places are offered based on merit and availability, and the School reserves the right to decline an application without assigning reasons. Decisions are generally final; however, an appeal may be submitted for consideration.
Canvassing and unsolicited recommendations are strictly prohibited and may result in disqualification.
Applications for Grade 1 are called in the year preceding admission. For example, applications for 2026 will be called in February or March 2025. Dates may be adjusted if necessary.
All applications must be submitted through the Trinity College Online Application System. The portal will be open only for a limited period following the official advertisement. Detailed instructions provided within the form must be carefully followed.
A non-refundable application fee is applicable. Payments must be made strictly through the prescribed process. Direct or ad hoc payments to School accounts will not be accepted.
Grade 1 admissions are offered in the Sinhala and Tamil Mediums only. Boarding facilities are not available at this level.
All completed applications submitted within the deadline will be reviewed. Based on the number of available places, a shortlist will be prepared. Currently, 168 places are available, and approximately 250 applicants will be shortlisted.
Priority is extended to Christian applicants and sons of Old Boys. Applicants who are siblings of current students or children of staff members may be shortlisted; however, this does not guarantee selection.
Shortlisted applicants will be notified and required to attend on scheduled dates with the child for whom admission is sought.
The selection process includes:
Child Assessment – Conducted at the Junior School, usually in April. The pre-school attended by the child is not considered. Teachers conducting the assessment should not be contacted.
File Review – Applicants will be advised on the required format and submission process. Except for photographs, all documents must be photocopies.
Interview – An interview with the Student Admissions Committee will be conducted, with both parents and the child present. Original documents may be requested. Interviews are typically held in May or June.
The results of the assessment, file review, and interview are evaluated collectively, and a final selection is made. The selected list is subject to approval by the Board of Governors.
Once approved:
Unsuccessful applicants will be informed via email. Appeals are not encouraged.
Selected applicants will be notified by post, along with fee details and registration dates.
A reserve list will be maintained and used if selected applicants do not confirm admission by the stipulated deadline.
The entire process is expected to conclude by late June.
Applications for Grade 4 are called in July of the year preceding admission. For example, applications for 2026 will be called in July 2025. Dates may be adjusted if necessary.
All applications must be submitted through the Trinity College Online Application System. The portal will remain open only for a limited period following the official advertisement. Instructions provided within the online form must be carefully followed.
A non-refundable application fee is applicable and must be paid through the prescribed process. Direct or ad hoc payments to School accounts will not be accepted.
Admissions are available in the English, Sinhala, and Tamil Mediums. Both Boarding and Day Scholar places are offered.
All completed applications submitted within the deadline will be reviewed. If applications exceed available vacancies, a shortlist will be prepared. Currently, 55 places are available, and approximately 100–110 applicants will be shortlisted.
Applicants who are not shortlisted will be informed. Appeals are not encouraged.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to sit for a written examination, typically held in August. The examination covers three or more subjects. At present, these include English, Sinhala or Tamil, and Mathematics. The School reserves the right to revise the subjects or format of the examination.
Based on examination performance, a second shortlist of approximately 70–75 applicants will be created. Applicants not selected at this stage will be notified. Decisions at this stage are based strictly on marks obtained and cannot be revised.
Applicants included in the second shortlist will proceed to the interview stage, which includes:
File Review – Applicants will be informed of the required format and submission process. Except for photographs, all documents must be photocopies.
Child Interview – Conducted at a scheduled date and time, allowing the child to present his achievements to members of the academic staff.
Parents’ Interview and Admissions Committee Interview – An in-depth interview with the Student Admissions Committee, attended by both parents and the child. Original documents may be requested. These interviews are generally conducted in September or October.
Performance in the written examination, child interview, file review, and parents’ interview is evaluated collectively to determine the final selection. The selected list is subject to approval by the Board of Governors.
Once approved:
Unsuccessful applicants will be notified by email. Appeals are not encouraged.
Selected applicants will be informed by post, together with fee details and registration dates.
A reserve list will be maintained and used if selected applicants do not confirm admission by the stipulated deadline.
The admissions process is expected to conclude by early December.
Applications for Grade 6 are called in July of the year preceding admission. For example, applications for 2026 will be called in July 2025. Dates may be adjusted if necessary.
All applications must be submitted through the Trinity College Online Application System. The portal will remain open only for a limited period following the official advertisement. Instructions provided within the online form must be carefully followed.
A non-refundable application fee is applicable and must be paid through the prescribed process. Direct or ad hoc payments to School accounts will not be accepted.
Admissions are available in the English, Sinhala, and Tamil Mediums. Both Boarding and Day Scholar places are offered.
Parents of students intending to sit for the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination must ensure that an application is submitted within the stipulated timeframe, even if the examination has not yet been held.
All completed applications received before the deadline will be reviewed. If applications exceed available vacancies, a shortlist will be prepared. Currently, 30 places are available, and approximately 60–70 applicants will be shortlisted.
Applicants who are not shortlisted will be informed. Appeals are not encouraged.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to sit for a written examination, usually held in August. The examination covers three or more subjects. At present, these include English, Sinhala or Tamil, and Mathematics. The School reserves the right to revise the subjects or format of the examination.
Based on examination performance, a second shortlist of approximately 40–45 applicants will be prepared. Applicants not selected at this stage will be notified. Decisions at this stage are based strictly on marks obtained and cannot be revised.
Applicants included in the second shortlist will proceed to the interview stage, which includes:
File Review – Applicants will be informed of the required format and submission process. Except for photographs, all documents must be photocopies.
Child Interview – Conducted at a scheduled date and time, allowing the child to present his achievements to members of the academic staff. Grade 5 Scholarship Examination results may also be presented at this stage.
Parents’ Interview and Admissions Committee Interview – An in-depth interview with the Student Admissions Committee, attended by both parents and the child. Original documents may be requested. These interviews are generally conducted in September or October.
Performance in the written examination, child interview, file review, and parents’ interview is evaluated collectively to determine the final selection. The selected list is subject to approval by the Board of Governors.
Once approved:
Unsuccessful applicants will be notified by email. Appeals are not encouraged.
Selected applicants will be informed by post, together with fee details and registration dates.
A reserve list will be maintained and used if selected applicants do not confirm admission by the stipulated deadline.
The admissions process is expected to conclude by early December.
The International Advanced Level (IAL) section admits students at Grade 12 only. Students joining the IAL programme will follow a two-year course of study.
There are two intakes each year: January and June.
Applicants must have obtained a minimum of five passes at GCE, IGCSE, or an equivalent international qualification. A pass in both Mathematics and English is compulsory.
Applications may be submitted through the Trinity College Online Application System or by handing in the IAL application form to the TCK Registrar’s Office.
Following a review of applications, shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for an Admission Examination conducted by the IAL Section. This examination assesses proficiency in the English language.
Based on performance at the examination, selected applicants will proceed to the final stage, which is an interview with the Admissions Committee.
Successful candidates will receive an offer letter. Upon completion of the registration process, students will commence classes in the International Advanced Level Section.
Applications are called from students following the National Curriculum who wish to enter Grade 12 for the GCE Advanced Level.
Applications are opened after the release of GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) results. Specific dates and timelines will be announced through the College website and official communication channels.
Applicants must have obtained a minimum of six (6) A grades at the GCE Ordinary Level Examination to be eligible for consideration.
Excellence in sports and co-curricular activities may be taken into account during the selection process.
All applications must be submitted through the Trinity College Online Admissions Portal during the designated application period.
Each application is reviewed carefully. Based on academic performance and the number of available vacancies, shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview with the Admissions Committee.
As vacancies at this level are limited, admission is competitive and cannot be guaranteed. Final selections are subject to approval by the Board of Governors.
Boarding facilities are available. Applicants from outside the Kandy district may indicate their preference for boarding at the time of application.