Admissions
The right school for your child can make all the difference in his or her successful academic career. Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family will make together. Stafford International School is one of Sri Lanka’s best international schools that you can consider for your children. Our admissions team is on hand all year round to help children and their families make an informed choice. We welcome visits from prospective parents and pupils and we accept admissions right through the academic year.
Please contact the Admissions team on admissions@siscolombo.lk or call the school on 011 269 4592 / 011 267 1734
We are fortunate to be a very popular school. We also do not want to get any bigger as this will dilute the family atmosphere that is so strong in our school. For admissions we will follow these rules when allocating places.
- We will give first preference to siblings who have brothers and sisters already in the school.
- Second preference will go to parents, one of whom is an old Staffordian and alumni.
- We will then operate a first come first served policy for the remaining places. So the earlier you apply, the better. To give you some idea, this year we were full on paper almost a year in advance.
- If you are unlucky enough not to be awarded an initial place we will put you on a waiting list, which will be based upon a first come first served policy. So again, we urge you to apply early.
We aim to be transparent in all our dealings and hope that this will be respected by everyone. Virtually all admissions take place in August / September at the start of the academic year, unless a vacancy turns up mid-year.
Simon Northcott
Principal
Stafford International School
Colombo 7
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Admission Forms
Stage 01
- For each prospective student, an admissions form must be completed by his or her parents. The school also requires the following documents:
- A copy of the student’s most recent school report
- The student’s passport (this will be photocopied and returned immediately) or a copy of the student’s birth certificate.
Stage 02
- All students from Form 1 upwards are expected to sit entrance tests in English and Mathematics. Students entering Reception and KG have an interview with the Head of Primary instead. Admission is based on a student’s performance at these tests, his reports from his previous school and his interviews with the Head of School. Although Stafford School is academically selective, we aim to assess applicants holistically considering a student’s character, extra-curricular interests and achievements.
Stage 03
- A one-on-one meeting with the principal during your school visit can be the best time to ask many of your questions. She will personally meet all applicants to discuss their interests and answer any questions they may have about the school.
- We are confident that an academic stint at Stafford will sure make a difference in your child’s academic future. If you ever need more information, we would be happy to oblige you.
- For further information please email(info@siscolombo.lk) or call over at school.