The Overseas School of Colombo is Sri Lanka’s oldest and first international school. With an astounding mix of 45 nationalities of students and faculty, the school is truly international. OSC is hosting an Open Day on January 12, 2013, at the campus grounds to provide an opportunity for discerning parents to visit the campus and delve into the details of the curriculum and scholarship program on offer.
Established in 1957 as a non-profit organisation, The Overseas School of Colombo (OSC) has a proud history over many years as the only internationally accredited school in Sri Lanka. OSC is a multinational English medium international school catering to the needs of the internationally mobile expatriate community and Sri Lankan students. OSC is proud to be the only fully authorized IB World School in Sri Lanka offering the International Baccalaureate Programme from Pre-school to Grade 12. OSC is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools-UK, and Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in the United States. OSC is a member of South Asia Inter-School Association (SAISA) and Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (NESA).
OSC provides an educational setting that is focused on developing each student to achieve their full potential. That degree of personal excellence is achieved with highly qualified teachers committed to the needs of all students, on a campus which balances nature with state of the art technology, facilities and resources. In a multicultural environment, OSC instills values of respect and tolerance among the students. The Overseas School of Colombo provides a holistic atmosphere that enables all students to excel academically, develop their individual talents and grow into socially responsible and culturally aware adults with a global perspective. The IB program prepares students for success at University and life beyond!
