SINCE 1929
Carey College, Colombo (also known as Carey Baptist College), is a private school for boys in Sri Lanka. It was founded in 1914 by Baptist missionaries and offers primary and secondary education. The college started by Rev H.J Charter and one of the oldest private school in Colombo.
The Carey College Old Boys’ Union was formed in the year 1929. Since then, the Union has been closely associated with the school and its development. The OBU is well established & having its office inside the college premises. The eminent executive committee lead by Mr. Mervyn Ponniah (2022) who is a visionary with innovative ideas to grow the college reputation & address any concerns for college development & collectively finding solutions with the support of college old boys, School management & the Baptist Society (Baptist Sangamaya).
OBU Annual Program of Events.
1. Past vs Present Boys Cricket match played for the C.M. Vasa Challenge Trophy.
2. Members Outing - A day of fun and frolic for the members and their families
3. Members Get-Together: A program for members and members of the College staff to meet and socialize.
4. Fund Raiser – a varied program which may include a Sing-along, Dinner Dance, Walk, Musical show, etc. to raise funds for Its activities.
Dear Members of the Old Boys Union,
I am honoured and excited to address you as the new Principal of Carey College. Having been a part of this esteemed institution for more than 20 years in various capacities, including five years as Vice Principal, I am deeply committed to our school's continued growth and success.
As an Old Boy myself, I hold a special place in my heart for Carey College. I am eager to work closely with the Old Boys Union to further develop and enhance our beloved school. We can build on our rich heritage and strive for even greater achievements.
Looking forward to our collaboration.
Warm regards,
Rev. Heshan de Silva
Principal
Dear Careyites
It is indeed a great pleasure to welcome you all to the Carey OBU Website. It will be a new experience to every one of us and as the newly elected President in 2022 I am honored to welcome everyone on board on this new exciting journey. I am sure all Careyites will be pleased to be a part of this dynamic path and will play a positive role to assist us in our quest to further improve the standard of education and sports.
Our desire is to upload past memories of our college life especially the OBU activities and all current / future projects. The college has a rich heritage of history and we are proud of studying at such a college and I believe that all Careyites will be happy to be updated at regular intervals through this website. All overseas alumni can be easily connected with us and we have also created a convenient path to become an OBU member online.
I wish to thank all who those who contributed immensely to make this website a reality and look forward to the support of each and every Careyite.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Mervyn Ponniah
President OBU
As a token of appreciation the OBU adapted a resolution to recognize two members of the school teaching staff for their commitment towards the scho..
School is seeking sponsorship from old boys, parents and well wishers to make the primary concert 2024 a grand success.
Await for further update on this event that we all Careyites were eagerly waiting for years, has now come into fruition.
Rev. Principal, members of Hemas Hospital and our President Mervyn, Project Chair Mr. Saleem with members of Carey OBU.
LKR. 1000
LKR. 1500
