“Each building is designed with fascinating architecture while paying to respect her deep traditions. Created by the founders of Mother Kingswood and developed by her beloved guardians, they demonstrate the characteristics of Kingswood and her gentlemen. Let’s begin the quest to unravel their illustrious history and memorable stories behind them.”
The L.E Blaze Memorial Hall
Also known as the school’s main hall, the L.E Blaze memorial hall stands proudly as the heart of Kingswood. Located at the center of the school, this massive building is visible from almost everywhere as someone enters the school. Equipped with a star-class theatre and a double balcony, it can perform any occasion of your choice. Ranging from normal morning meetings to dazzling musical festivals. The hall has accommodation for about 2500 guests at a single time. The school’s morning meeting, prize giving, colors night, drama festival, and many other important annual celebrations are held in the hall.
The main hall is entirely made out of precious timber. Even the chairs and fences are in timber. They are polished and preserved every day to protect their well-being. There are four entrances to the hall. Two are for the guests and others are for the students. The theatre is equipped with a disco light system and fire spillers. Making it the perfect place for any form of entertainment. Vintage pictures of the school’s past principles can be seen in the main hall. They are placed at the top of the hall as a tribute to the service they have done throughout the years. Apart from that, an engraved name list of the past head prefects is also placed in the hall.
History of the main hall.
The main hall was built around 1898 with the generous support of the school’s foreign admires. Back then it was a small apartment that was used to have the morning assembly. From time to time it has undergone major renovations under different principles. The most notable upgrade was adding the balcony. The balcony was added to the school to meet its demanding staff and students.
Under the guidance of the late principal, Mr. Rabukwella the project began. Financial support was given by the school’s old boys and past pupils. With the advice from one of the school’s old boys Mr.David Edirisinghe, an engineer, a beautiful and grand-looking balcony was completed along with a round wooden staircase. Today, the gentlemen of Kingswood have their Main hall with a balcony, fulfilling the dreams of its ancestors and founders.
The Auther Maccgill Museum
The “Auther Maccgill Museum” is the latest addition to the Kingswood Arena. It is a one-of-a-kind memorabilia of the Kingswood family. Opened in the year 2013, this majestic looking chamber is filled with some rare and precious items which demonstrate the school’s history. An original replica statue of our founder, Mr.L.E Blaze, and the one hundred and one years old school’s logbook, the original contract of the school land, and rare photos from the 19th century to the present day are kept in the museum. The project was a collaboration between the 96th batch of old-kingswoodians and the old boys association. Located just above the primary section, it is only open for special occasions such as Kingswood week. It allows learning about the school’s rich history and its visionary founders. The name “Auther Maccgill” was placed as a tribute to one of the school’s founders and supporters from England. Mr. Stuart Auther Maccgill.
The Conference Hall
The oldest building of the hill-throated kingdom. The conference hall is a two-staged building which was originally built as the school’s main hall. Developed under Mr.L.E Blaze in the late eighties, the building is visible from the outside and is the first monument that someone can see when entering the school. The two-stage building is capable of handling small to medium meetings and festivals.
After the large main hall was built, the conference hall is now used as a teacher’s restroom and a plants laboratory. Inside the hall, there is a large framed photo of the school’s founder with his original signature. The upper stage is equipped with a medium bookshelf. It is filled with books and newspapers which Mr.Blaze used to read by himself. The conference hall is a valuable asset to the school considering its historical and architectural value. Today, it stands proudly in the vast Kingswood arena as a living legend to the Kingswood legacy.
The Randles Playground
The iconic Randles playground stands proudly at Randles hill. The ground is one of a kind in the Kandy district which is equipped with a Rugby arena, a football court, and a cricket ground with two turf wickets. Built by E.H spencer way back in the eighties, the ground has gone through major renovations in recent times. The most notable addition to the ground is expanding its area with the generous support by one of the school’s old boys Hon.Mr.Earl Gunasekra.
The annual sports meet and the band ceremony are held in the Randles playground. In addition to that, sports tournaments that are jointly conducted with other schools are hosted on the ground. Such as athletics, football, and volleyball tournaments. Also, it works as a mainland for various sports and practices with the gentlemen who are engaged in many kinds of sports and games. The gentlemen of Kingswood enjoy the facilities of a high-quality playground that has national recognition.
The Kingswood Pool
Mother Kingswood is gifted with an iconic and world-class swimming pool in her place. The 64 square foot area was designed to enhance the physical well-being of the gentlemen and to improve their swimming skills. It has eight layers and two deep and shallow areas. Completed in the year 2012, the project was a resolution by the late principal, Mr. Ranjith Chandrasekara. The annual swimming fiesta, an inter-school swimming competition is held in the swimming pool. Also, the inter-house swimming competitions are taking place in it. Apart from the school, the students from other schools are also participating in games and practices.
The Basketball Court
The professional-looking basketball arena is the newest addition to the land of Kingswoodians. The premiere playing area was conducted under the guidance of the Kandy Basketball Association. It boasts a pavilion, a resting area, and a minibar of its own. The Kandy district basketball championship and inter-school games are held on the court. The court has a reputation as one of the finest playing courts in Kandy.
The Randles Cafeteria
The gentlemen of Kingswood have the opportunity to indulge in a state of art restaurant called “The Randles Café.” The two-staged building is in the middle of the school and acts as the main food and beverage provider to the school. It was developed as a resolution by one of the school’s old boys who was a prominent businessman.
The star-studded cafeteria is capable of hosting mega-events and parties such as the color’s night and the high tea party. Students also enjoy high-quality cuisine and healthy, homemade foods. A free afternoon snack is offered to the sports pupils by the cafeteria itself. The Randles Café nourishes the students by providing nutritious food while glorifying mother Kingswood as a multi-facility school in Sri Lanka.
