The gift he gave was very valuable and vast
I am sure it will remain till Mother Lanka lasts
Linton Kuruppu well-known for his unparalleled service
Is the founder of this esteemed institution reflecting its significance
His studies in various fields at the university
Proved the magnitude of his educational activity
It is really impossible for anyone to gauge or assess
The services rendered in the field of Education in the process
Sujatha Vidyalaya, a prestigious school like no other
Is a priceless, precious gift to be proud by Lanka mother
Children, a vital part of the future was taken into consideration
And tried his best to bring about a social change through education
His enthusiasm and interest were well-respected in Sujatha’s construction
A wonderful attempt to showcase the innovative ideals of education
Sujatha Vidyalaya owes its origin to philanthropy of his beloved father
Then its development, to the farsightedness of the noble founder
Way back in 1965 starting at Alfred Place, Colpetty
In a calm environment in the city
He advocated love and kindness towards all beings
His greatest wish was the progress and its well-being
He was always extremely conscious and duty-bound
To work for the welfare of Sujathians all round
Sujatha was at Queens,Bullers and Jaya Roads in the city
It was moved to present premises at Nugegoda and its vicinity
Kuruppu and Motwani combined were performing remarkably well
Heralding the beginnings of English education in the island as well
Her work at Visakha and Musaeus was a splendid opportunity
And a good experience to exhibit intellectual capacity
Linton Kuruppu and Clara Motwani academic combination
Created in educational sphere, the greatest transformation
For Sujatha’s upward journey when both laid the foundation
Very cordial was the management, staff and student relations
His beloved wife, Asoka Kuruppu too was a driving force
Which enabled him to carry on with effortless ease
He upgraded the facilities and unchallenged Sujatha V stood
An improved the existing setup the way he could
Names, school motto, school song, drawn from Buddhist literature
Was performed to perfection before his untimely departure
He was in close association with Sir DB and Ananda Samarakoon
Who composed the National Anthem as well as the Sujatha School Song
The only private girls’ school to be identified as the best
For English with Motwani, the honoured lady at its highest
I had the privilege of serving Sujatha with pride
And I am delighted to witness the imprints he left behind
Here – just a few of the many contributions leading to his victory
Which in no uncertain terms has gone into history
Today Sujatha exists as a silent testimony
To his enormous service to education and its good destiny
At this point the colourful history of Sujatha V does not end
It is being carried forward by his son to modern trends
The fame and prestige Sujatha enjoys is indeed
A fitting tribute to the Founder for his golden deed
Sujathians past and present - Let Sujatha flag flutter high in the sky
– Rupa Banduwardena
Melbourne, Australia