The Success Story of St. Joseph's College, Col-10

An inexplicable joy fills my heart as I write down my thoughts on the “Hall of Fame, Educational Institute in our Motherland”.

- By Maruthai Ravindhiran

Having proven itself throughout the years, the College stands tall as one of the leading Educational institutions in Sri Lanka.

Contributions to the society and nation

From its very inception, St. Joseph’s College in Colombo 10 has produced exemplary leaders in society. The atmosphere in the institution inspires and encourages students to equip themselves to confront great challenges which help them to stand out from others.

The Motto of the College has always been to uphold excellence in body, mind and spirit, giving priority to value-based education, thus fostering spiritual and human values.

The History of the College In Brief

St. Joseph’s College was founded on March 2, 1896. The Architect of this Sacred Institution was the Most Reverend Dr. Christophe-Etienne Bonjean, the first Archbishop of Colombo. The first Rector was Very Rev. Fr. Charles Collins. With his devoted and dedicated staff, within 2 years of their sacrificing labour of love had made St. Joseph’s College, a “Glorious Educational Institute” in Sri Lanka.

St. Joseph’s College, Colombo 10, was founded in 1896 to give Catholic students the best and the highest possible education as per the Motto, “In Scientia et Virtute” (In Knowledge and Virtue). The aims of the founder were not only to impart knowledge but also to help the young Josephians to grow in virtue and to bring out and develop their God-given talents. The College also helps foster a Multi-Cultural, religious, ethnic and linguistic environment, which is highly commendable.