Extra-Curricular Activities
Astronomical Society
“We tread into the infinity and beyond the horizons to the unknown.”
The purpose of the Astronomical Society is to promote an interesting, scientific hobby among students. It helps boost their interest in the universe, space exploration and latest technology, simultaneously grooming them to play one’s part properly as a team member. By doing so the Society aims to give the students the opportunity to enter the world of science, build new targets and achieve them. The club improves their presentation skills, while discussions encompassing the past, present and the future of science help awaken their imagination and creativity.
Interact Club
“Small steps with a small act of kindness makes a big impact with INTERACT.”
The interact club of Hillwood college was charted in the year 1991, hence celebrating thirty-two years of prestige and excellence under the Interact District 3220. It is sponsored by the Rotary club of Kandy. The club holds a proud history of achievements at both club and district level, having been awarded with many citations throughout its glorious history whilst maintaining high ideals, qualities and remarkable standards. We as a club strive to aid individuals in discovering a new side of themselves by organizing projects which benefit the club, school and society to achieve our purpose and goal of being the “Utmost for the highest in service above self.”
Link Club
“Journey of being a close knitted global community and creating memories for a lifetime.”
English Literary Association
“Unveiling the world through words and imagination.”
English Literary Association of Hillwood College has its pride of being one of the pioneers and for initiating one of the first co-curricular club within the college. Fondly named as “E.L.A”, this club has contributed immensely creating a platform to showcase the talents of the students since its inception. It always takes the forefront in uplifting the English literary standards within the student population of the College. They showcase their talents at all the school events, Sports meet, Prize giving and public shows. The English Literary Association has initiated projects such as Literary Marathon with Trinity College, Creative writing workshop with:” Chokalate “magazine, and dubbing. New avenues have been discovered such as International School Awards with British Council where nine projects were collaborated with schools overseas, Gavel Club affiliated to Toastmasters International and United Nations Club with Vishaka and D.S. Senanayake College Colombo.
English Debate Alliance
“Empowering voices, explore your world, Debate your perspective.”
Gavel Club
“Speak out to start out.”
Hillwood College Gavel Club affiliated to “Toastmasters International” started in 2016 with the program “Unleash yourself “organized by the gavel club of University of Kelaniya. Since then, the young Gaveliers have been climbing the ladder with quality and quantity winning many all-island awards.
The club members are groomed through many activities making room to enjoy talking effectively and meaningfully.
All believe that public speaking allows the youngsters to form connections, influence decisions and motivate change without communication skills the ability to progress in the working world and in life itself would be nearly impossible.
The gavel club has its regular meetings on 3rdThursday in the school premises.
Sinhala Literary Association
Sinhala Debate Circle
Science Society
“Igniting the power of progress with Science to step into the next level.”
Science is the vision through which we can get a better insight into life. Through this club we offer the students a chance to unlock their thoughts more freely with the invaluable words of wisdom of the teachers who pave way to launch new creations and inspirational events.
Commerce Society
“Future global entrepreneurs are carved out of their traditional molds on to the infinite universe of creativity and innovations.”
Founded in 2014 with the vision to bring forth students with managerial skills to empower national development. The society’s main purposes are to train and equip young individuals with managerial skills to face the competitive global job market successfully and to lay the foundation to build strong personalities.
Nature Exploration and Conservation Society
“A perfect arena to explore the most beautiful language that helps us to read the marvelous stories of nature.”
The prime purpose of Nature Exploration and Conservation Society is to give the members an opportunity to enjoy and discover Mother Nature. Visiting places of eco-diversity monthly and exploring the wonders of nature, the fauna and flora unique to this island, weekly lectures on environment, annual hiking competitions & first-aid demonstrations are on the agenda for these enthused youngsters.
IT Club
“Redefining tomorrow by being a part of digital revolution.”
In an ICT based society the ICT club of Hillwood College sought to provide an outstanding avenue for students to explore numerous benefits of ICT. Our goal is to equip students with the tools they need to become more adept ICT users in today’s environment and develop computer-based skills in the field of Ardino and Python programming. Since its inception continues to develop and embrace new experiences just as technology and communication develop more by the day.
STEM
“If you take a look at the most fantastic schemes that are considered impossible… you realize that they can be possible if we advance technology a little bit.”
Stephen Hawkin
Media Circle
“Communication leads to community; that is to understanding intimacy and mutual valuing.”
Rollo Reece May
The media club of Hillwood College, named as the “ARKYA Media Unit” basically focuses on enhancing talents of students in videography and announcing. Further it has expanded its horizons in avenues such as photography and dubbing.
The main objective of the club is to provide a forum for the students to voice forth their opinion, views and perspectives by producing much needed journalistic excellence for the future world.
Student Christian Movement
Within the cornerstone of Mother Hillwood are embedded true Christian values that have been passed on since its earliest days of inception. Formally known as the Student Christian Movement (SCM), this special movement plays a main role in instilling a spiritual growth in students, through biblical study and prayer. A deep thirst for God and ensures the wellbeing of Christian students while reaching out to the wider community within the school vicinity. The committee which is annually appointed bears the responsibilities of overlooking the daily morning worship and services at the chapel while also hosting major Christian events of the school calendar like annual SCM get together, Easter Service, Carol Service and charity programs in the ethos of love.
Chapel Choir
“Where there is devotional music, God is always at hand with His gracious presence.”
“Music and choral ensemble” have conventionally been a deep-rooted part of Hillwood College’s eminent history of which the Chapel Choir bears a specialty. Apart from general musical appreciation, as an Anglican Missionary School, Christian worship has always played a central role in school life, the breakthrough of this being the building of the house of prayer in 1922, which offered students their own place of worship. Following under the nurture of many a significant mentor, the chapel choir stands as a vital outcome of SCM of rich tradition, gracing special events on the Christian calendar as well as important school occasions with their melodious vocals and always forbearing in mind, their pledge to give their “Utmost for the Highest.”
Buddhist Association
Initiated on the 2nd of March 1962, the Buddhist Society is one of the major societies due to its high membership. The purpose of the society is to bring about a wholesome young generation inculcated with good virtues.
Buddhist Society encourages ‘giving’ with their alms giving program and dansal organized throughout the year and during special occasions such as Vesak and Poson months. Being near the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and the Malwathu-Asgiri Maha Vihara, members get the opportunity to take part in the religious programs organized by these places of worship.
Islamic Student Movement
Model United Nations
“Photography is an austere and blazing poetry of the real.”
Photographic club basically contribute professionals in the field of photography to serve the college, gain knowledge theoretically and practically on the field while providing media coverage for all the important events in our school.
Buddhist Association
“Diplomacy in action, empowering global leaders.”
This club was established in 2016 and its aim is to recreate the vital diplomacy practiced within the United Nations.
It helps to create a community of future leaders who get the opportunity to voice their ideas and beliefs regarding local and international issues while developing their skills in leadership and diplomacy.
The annual conferences are held and the students representing their schools and the country, become delegates in discussing and finding solutions to international issues such as gender discrimination, global warming etc.
Young Inventors Club
“All sorts of things can happen when you are open to new ideas and playing around with things.”
Young Inventors Club is a community of young and creative minds that aim to foster innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
Our club aims to provide a platform for individuals who are passionate about technology, engineering and science and interested in exploring new ideas and inventions. We organize various events, workshops, and competitions to encourage young inventors to develop their ideas and bring them to life.
Cultural Heritage Club & College Archives
“Stride into morrow by tracing solid roots embedded in our culture and heritage.”
Hillwood with a history of 126 years behind her, is an institution where the inheritance is discussed and celebrated creating a deep sense of belonging and patriotism in a child. Heritage Club is the base in this endeavor and members have their annual National Day celebrations, workshops, seminars, competitions, etc., with the participation of historians, archivists, university lecturers, etc., to re-live and celebrate our unique and rich Sri Lankan culture and traditions.
Hobby Club
Girl Guides’ Movement
“Look wide and even when you think you are looking wide, look wider still.”
Robert Baden Powell
The Girl Guide Association of Hillwood College is registered under the Company ID 3rd Kandy in the Girl Guide Association of Sri Lanka. Main aim of the association is to help girls develop their mental, social, physical, and spiritual skills and become responsible citizens who contribute positively to the community. Girl Guides take part in camps, hikes, thinking day programs, quiz
competitions, etc., throughout the year. Guides who are awarded with President’s Guide Award are given extra points at the University entrance.
St. John Ambulance
“Safeguarding lives, one act of compassion at a time; St. John Ambulance Brigade.”
With the motto “In the Service of Humanity”, St. John Ambulance Brigade devote their time to provide First Aid for the injured and the sick with much ardor and care.
Electronic and Robotic Club
“The key to unlocking future”
Throughout the recent years, this club has enlightened countless young minds in our school on the vast field of robotics and electronics. The students are exposed to many global professionals at the “Science on stage” program conducted by the European Union Countries.
Research Club
“Research is the medicine of curiosity and the bane of ignorance.”
Research is the base of the universe; its where novel knowledge is created out of sheer curiosity and interest. It is something that should be acknowledged, embraced, and followed, to steer the world closer to advancement.
Mathematics Club
“It is all fun and games until someone loses an eye…. Then it’s just Math.”
Some consider music as the universal language in the world. This might be true until it comes to inanimate objects and deaf, but revealing or understanding the true language the universe is written of is the main objective of our society.
AESTHETICS
Sinhala Drama Circle
English Drama Circle
“Conflict is drama and how people deal with conflict shows you the kind of people they are.”
Stephen Moyer
English drama club is one of the most recently initiated clubs at Hillwood. This paves the way for the children to get the exposure in to different genre of drama and the opportunity to explore and gain knowledge in the field of drama and theatre.
Eastern Music Unit
Western Music Unit
“In the unison of soul and voice, lies the song of life that abounds in all joy.”
The Western Music Unit strives to blend musical melodies and bring out the brilliant talent of the young ladies of Hillwood. The Unit handles the western brass band and the junior, intermediate and senior choirs that maintain a glorious reputation among other schools. The Unit possesses tremendous achievements from all-island choir competitions.
Dancing Unit
“Stand proudly on their feet and move them rhythmically to create the best action.”
The college Dancing troupe represents the school with its traditional and modern rhythmic poise with impressive talents and skills that charm the spectacle under the guidance of well qualified and experienced teachers.
Art Circle
SPORTS
Sports
“Home for the champs, where athleticism, sportsmanship and passion aligns.”
A sport is basically an activity that is done as pleasure and involves lot of physical activity. Sports play a major role in child’s physical wellbeing as well as mental stability. Thus, Hillwood College promotes Sports activities by allowing children to choose from a wide variety of sport instilled within school under the guidance of professional trainers.
School basically has introduced the following sports to children.
- Netball
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Table tennis
- Swimming
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Synchronized swimming
- Karate
- Chess
- Gymnastics