A beacon of excellence celebrates 170 years- By A J M Mushtaq Source:Sundayobserver The history of St. Anthony’s College, Kandy is a remarkable tale of resilience, dedication, and excellence. This prestigious institution’s journey began in the 19th century and has left an indelible mark on the education landscape of Sri Lanka. Catholic missionaries first arrived in Kandy, despite the British colonial rule following the kingdom’s fall in 1815. Notably, it was Rev. Fr. Felice Zoppi, a Franciscan hailing from the Chinese missionary field, who ventured to Kandy in 1853 under the guidance of Monsignor Joseph Bravi. In 1854, he established an English school at the current location of St. Anthony’s Cathedral in Kandy, marking the birth of St. Anthony’s School. The school’s motto, “LUX DE COELO” meaning “Light from Heaven,” symbolised its noble mission. In 1867, St. Anthony’s School received a Grant-in-Aid from the Schools Commission, thanks to the relentless ...