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We’ll cherish the School of our Youthful Years

Alumni portal of the students of the School by the Roaring Billows
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Honouring Our Legends
Retired Teachers Felicitation & Alumni Reunion. Reserve your confirmation

May

27

OBU 42nd Annual General Meeting
OBU Rules that the 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the S.Thomas’ Preparatory School Old Boys’…

Feb

24

Beats of the Brotherhood
For table reservations please contact the OBU Administrative AssistantPrep OBU Hotline: 07177737628 - Bill RichardsEmail: prepobuadmin@prepobu.lkwww.prepobu.lk
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The Brotherhood of Prep
Prepites Past For Prepites Present, & Prepites of The Future! The S. Thomas' Preparatory School Old…
Handing over of Sporting Goods & Training Equipment by The STPS OBU
The S. Thomas' Preparatory School Old Boys' Union handed over much needed sporting goods & sports…
The Global Scout Bicycle Jamboree 2022
The Global Scout Bicycle Jamboree is the newest concept in creating a green world, with the…
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LATEST NEWS

Oct

07

Honouring Our Legends
Retired Teachers Felicitation & Alumni Reunion. Reserve your confirmation
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May

27

OBU 42nd Annual General Meeting
OBU Rules that the 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the S.Thomas’ Preparatory School Old Boys’…
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Feb

24

Beats of the Brotherhood
For table reservations please contact the OBU Administrative AssistantPrep OBU Hotline: 07177737628 - Bill RichardsEmail: prepobuadmin@prepobu.lkwww.prepobu.lk
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The Brotherhood of Prep
Prepites Past For Prepites Present, & Prepites of The Future! The S. Thomas' Preparatory School Old…
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Handing over of Sporting Goods & Training Equipment by The STPS OBU
The S. Thomas' Preparatory School Old Boys' Union handed over much needed sporting goods & sports…
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The Global Scout Bicycle Jamboree 2022
The Global Scout Bicycle Jamboree is the newest concept in creating a green world, with the…
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Sports T-shirt

Grab this dri-fit Prep School branded sports tee shirt emblazoned with the school crest. Proudly wear the colours that matter, for leisure and for pleasure. Available in most popular sizes.

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රු2,500

OBU Tie

Official S. Thomas' Preparatory School Old Boys' Union Tie

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රු2,000

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S. Thomas' Preparatory School Cufflinks

S. Thomas' Preparatory School 80th anniversary cufflinks ingrained with the school crest set in Sterling silver

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රු10,000

2 in stock

Sports T-shirt

Grab this dri-fit Prep School branded sports tee shirt emblazoned with the school crest. Proudly wear the colours that matter, for leisure and for pleasure. Available in most popular sizes.

Rs 

රු2,500

OBU Tie

Official S. Thomas' Preparatory School Old Boys' Union Tie

Rs 

රු2,000

89 in stock

S. Thomas' Preparatory School Cufflinks

S. Thomas' Preparatory School 80th anniversary cufflinks ingrained with the school crest set in Sterling silver

Rs 

රු10,000

2 in stock

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'A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols'
The S. Thomas' Preparatory School Carol Service 2023 will be held on Sunday 10th December commencing at 6 pm, at the Church of St. Michael and All Angels, Polwatte.
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A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols
The S. Thomas Preparatory School Carol Service 2023 will be held on Sunday 10th December commencing at 6 pm, at the Church of St. Michael and All Angels, Polwatte.

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💐💐💐❤️

STPS BATCH OF 1998 AGM

The STPS Batch of 1998 held their Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently.
The current Headmaster of Prep School Rev. Nihal Fernando, and the General Secretary of the S. Thomas' Preparatory School Old Boys' Union Sri Ganendran, were invited to participate at this event, which was very well organized, professionally conducted and attended by overseas participants as well.
The batch of 1998 has been consistent in their support to the OBU and to the School.
Representatives of the Batch of 1998, who have served in the OBU Executive Committee over the years, and those currently serving, have contributed significant time and effort, together with their fellow batchmates, in partnering the OBU and the school in its continuing journey. The STPS OBU applauds the initiatives taken by the batch of 1998, and invite past prepite batches to similarly, reach out and interact with the OBU, to jointly work towards uplifting the standards at Prep School.
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STPS BATCH OF 1998 AGM

The  STPS Batch of 1998 held their Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently.
The current Headmaster of Prep School Rev. Nihal Fernando, and the General Secretary of the S. Thomas Preparatory School Old Boys Union Sri Ganendran, were invited to participate at this event, which was very well organized, professionally conducted and attended by overseas participants as well.
The batch of 1998 has been consistent in their support to the OBU and to the School.
Representatives of the Batch of 1998, who have served in the OBU Executive Committee over the years, and those currently serving, have contributed significant time and effort, together with their fellow batchmates, in partnering the OBU and the school in its continuing journey. The STPS OBU applauds the initiatives taken by the batch of 1998, and invite past prepite batches to similarly, reach out and interact with the OBU, to jointly work towards uplifting the standards at Prep School.Image attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment

Past Prepite inducted

Prof.Shehan Williams, eminent psychiatrist and a distinguished past Prepite of the STPS Batch of 1985, has been inducted as the President of the SAARC Association of Psychiatrists 2023-2025, at a ceremony held recently, in Nepal.
The S.Thomas' Preparatory School Old Boys' Union takes this opportunity to congratulate alumnus Shehan Williams on his induction and wish him continued success in his chosen field.
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Past Prepite inducted 

Prof.Shehan Williams, eminent psychiatrist and a distinguished past Prepite of the STPS Batch of 1985, has been inducted as the President of the SAARC Association of Psychiatrists 2023-2025, at a ceremony held recently, in Nepal.
The S.Thomas Preparatory School Old Boys Union takes this opportunity to congratulate alumnus Shehan Williams on his induction and wish him continued success in his chosen field.Image attachmentImage attachment

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Congratulations Dr.

Congratulations

Congratulations 🎉👏

Congratulations Shehan! Proud of you! 💙

Congrats Dr Shehan!

Congratulations

Congrats Dr

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Inter-house Swimming Championship 2023

The inter-house swimming championship of S. Thomas' Preparatory School was held recently at the Ladies College Pool.
Mr. Lasitha Attygalle, past Prepite, former Games Captain, and a current member of the OBU Executive Committee was the chief guest at this event. Mrs. Attygalle gave away the prizes.
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Inter-house Swimming Championship 2023

The inter-house swimming championship of S. Thomas Preparatory School was held recently at the Ladies College Pool. 
Mr. Lasitha Attygalle, past Prepite, former Games Captain, and a current member of the OBU Executive Committee was the chief guest at this event. Mrs. Attygalle gave away the prizes.Image attachmentImage attachment+8Image attachment

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Good morning 🙏 Friends and Relatives. Have a pleasant day and days to come.

so who won

Past Prepite addresses School Assembly

Past Prepite Chanil De Silva addressed the present students of his alma mater S.Thomas' Preparatory School, at a school assembly recently.
He spoke of the impact the school has had on his life, and imparted confidence and motivation in his speech, which highlighted the importance of the foundation years in education.
Chanil was a former head prefect of Prep School, and is the son of distinguished past Prepite, Attorney-at-Law Chanaka De Silva PC.
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Past Prepite addresses School Assembly 

Past Prepite Chanil De Silva addressed the present students of his alma mater S.Thomas Preparatory School, at a school assembly recently. 
He spoke of the impact the school has had on his life, and imparted confidence and motivation in his speech, which highlighted the importance of the foundation years in education. 
Chanil was a former head prefect of Prep School, and is the son of distinguished past Prepite, Attorney-at-Law Chanaka De Silva PC.Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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Excellent Chanaka is a friend of mine and as a past student under Mr J S L Fernando I am proud of my old school which gave a fantastic education but most of all confidence to face the world

Chanaka was my classmate.

S. Thomas' Preparatory School Athletics

Sandheeban Thribashith of S. Thomas' Preparatory School was adjudged as Best Performer in the Under 15 age group (High Jump Event) at The Sir John Tarbet Junior Athletic Championships 2023 held recently.
The S. Thomas' Preparatory School Old Boys' Union takes this opportunity to congratulate S. Thribashith on his brilliant performance and also congratulate his coaches and the MiC and PoG for their guidance, motivation and commitment.
Well done all.
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S. Thomas Preparatory School Athletics

Sandheeban Thribashith of S. Thomas Preparatory School was adjudged as Best Performer in the Under 15 age group (High Jump Event) at The Sir John Tarbet Junior Athletic Championships 2023 held recently. 
The S. Thomas Preparatory School Old Boys Union takes this opportunity to congratulate S. Thribashith on his brilliant performance and also congratulate his coaches and the MiC and PoG for their guidance, motivation and commitment. 
Well done all.Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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Congratulations Future SrI Lankan Athlete

Congrats Thriba 🎉 Keep Soaring Son.. Stay Blessed & Take Care ✊🏼

Congratulations young man!!

Congratulations!

Congratulations and God's blessings

Well Done Thribashith. Congratulations and may God Bless you abundantly

Congratulations!!!

Congratulations!

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Wish you a happy birthday and may god bless you father .

Wishing you a very happy and blessed birthday Father May God bless you

Wish you a very happy birthday father 🎂

Happy B'day Rev Fr. Rohan. Trust you had a Wonderful One. Cheers and Blessings for many more to Come🙏🙂🎂🍾

Happy 🎂 Birthday

Happy birthday Father God bless you

Happy birthday Father Nihal!

Many happy returns of the day dear Father 💐 and May god bless u.

Happy birthday Rev.Father

Happy and Blessed Birthday to you sir 🎂

Happy beleted day Rev.Father !!! May your life filled with full of blessings....

Happy birthday father 💐💐💐💐

Happy Birthday 🎂🎊🎁 ,❤Father

My dear past prepites Thanks for greeting me on my birthday!

Happy Birthday Fr. Nihal Fernando & God Bless You. Wishes from the Fernando's : Kishoni+Aruna+Anik

Happy Birthday Rev.Father

Many many happy returns of the day. Have a blessed day and ahead

Namate Shiva Kumar Velayutham.

Happy Birthday

Wishing you a very happy birthday father, God bless you

Many Happy Returns of the day 🎂 May God Bless You Dear Rev.Father 🙏

Happy Birthday Father!

Happy birthday 🎂

Happy birthday father

Happy 🎂birthday🎂 father.🎂

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Happy Deepavali.👍

S. Thomas' Prep School WINS the Fifth Annual W. T. Keble Memorial Trophy Football Encounter 2023

The fifth Annual W.T. Keble Memorial Football Encounter between S. Thomas’ Preparatory School and S. Thomas’ College Bandarawela was played on Friday 10th November 2023 at the S. Thomas' College Bandarawela Grounds.

Under 15 encounter:
The under 15 match ended with a 1-1 score, with Charith De Silva scoring the goal for S. Thomas’ Preparatory school.
This resulted in a penalty shootout, with S. Thomas’ College Bandarawela ensuring victory for the Under 15 match with a final score of 3 - 2 after penalties.

Under-17 encounter:
The Under 17 match ended with a score of 01 - 00, in favour of STPS with team captain Vivek Melvani scoring the goal for S. Thomas’ Preparatory school.
In the last minute of the game, Aaron De Silva made an outstanding penalty save for STPS and was adjudged the Man of the Match.
S. Thomas’ Preparatory School thus won the Under 17 Match for the first time in five years, and brings home the W. T. Keble Memorial Challenge Trophy.
The S. Thomas' Preparatory School Old Boys' Union extends its heartiest congratulations to the winning team for their outstanding performance and victory, and to the coach, the M-i-C, and the Prefect of Games, for their commitment and untiring dedication.
Well done all!
The Lord Is My Shepherd
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S. Thomas Prep School WINS the Fifth Annual W. T. Keble Memorial Trophy Football Encounter 2023

The fifth Annual W.T. Keble Memorial Football Encounter between S. Thomas’ Preparatory School and S. Thomas’ College Bandarawela was played on Friday 10th November 2023 at the S. Thomas College Bandarawela Grounds.

Under 15 encounter:
The under 15 match ended with a 1-1 score, with Charith De Silva scoring the goal for S. Thomas’ Preparatory school. 
This resulted in a penalty shootout, with  S. Thomas’ College Bandarawela ensuring victory for the Under 15 match with a final score of 3 - 2 after penalties. 

Under-17 encounter:
The Under 17 match ended with a score of 01 - 00, in favour of STPS with team captain Vivek Melvani scoring the goal for S. Thomas’ Preparatory school. 
In the last minute of the game, Aaron De Silva made an outstanding penalty save for STPS  and was adjudged the Man of the Match. 
S. Thomas’ Preparatory School thus won the Under 17 Match for the first time in five years, and brings home the W. T. Keble Memorial Challenge Trophy. 
The S. Thomas Preparatory School Old Boys Union extends its heartiest congratulations to the winning team for their outstanding performance and victory, and to the coach, the M-i-C, and the Prefect of Games, for their commitment and untiring dedication. 
Well done all! 
The Lord Is My ShepherdImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

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Congratulations

Congratulations boys on an outstanding win. Our heartfelt appreciation to the coach, M-i-C and the P-o-G for their commitment and dedication in motivating and training our team. Well done all!

Congratulations Boys ..we are proud of you all..God's Blessings to all..

Congrats

Congratulations and God's blesdings

Congratulations and Well Done. Cheers and Blessings🙏🙂👍😎

Congratulations!

Played for both scholls. 1973 for Bandarawela. 1974, 1975 & 1976 for Colpetty. Captained Colpetty in 1975 & 1976.

Congratulations everyone!! So proud of you all!

Congratulations boys! Coach and the master in charge

Congratulations!

Amazing stuff! Congratulations boys!

Congratulations to both schools.

Congratulations boys! So ... Proud of you all 👏

Congratulations Prepites.. Keep Going..

Congratulations! Well done!

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Congratulations ! Keep it up !

Congratulations boys.

Proud Prepites

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Congratulation

Congratulations!

Congratulations to the team, coach and MIC

Congratulations boys ...well done .

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The S. Thomas’ Preparatory School Old Boys’ Union (OBU), an association comprising of past prepites, was formed on May 12th 1978, coinciding with the commemoration of the 40th Anniversary of the school. Its aim and purpose are to assist and aid the school when called upon to do so, with the collective assistance of its old boys, and to instill a sense of brotherhood and camaraderie amongst the students who have had the privilege of studying there, and since left.
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