Steering Academic Excellence & Moral Character
Prof. A.F. Mohamed Ashraff
Honorary Advisor • University Curriculum & British Pearson Benchmark
Mrs. Thasmina Ashraff
Co-Founder & Principal • Daily Pedagogy, Discipline & Student Care
Messages from School Leadership
"Our obligation is to ensure that a child learning in Trincomalee receives the exact intellectual rigor, depth, and academic accreditation as one studying in London or Cambridge."
When we benchmark our syllabus against Pearson Edexcel UK standards, we are not merely teaching subjects—we are cultivating an unyielding intellectual thirst and analytical independence. Tertiary success demands scholars who know how to interrogate information, construct coherent arguments, and uphold academic honesty.
Through institutional rigor, national curriculum consultation, and internationally certified assessments, Cambridge International School bridges local potential with the most respected university pathways worldwide. We prepare each young mind to enter global lecture halls with quiet confidence and unmatched scholarly preparedness.
Prof. A.F. Mohamed Ashraff
Director & Academic Advisor • Ph.D., MPhil (Peradeniya)
Senior Lecturer Grade I • South Eastern University of Sri Lanka
"A disciplined classroom grounded in genuine warmth allows children to take risks, discover their voice, and blossom into bilingual, compassionate leaders."
At Cambridge International School, our daily mission is the holistic formation of character. Excellence is never solely measured by examination marks; it is reflected in how our students treat one another, how eloquently they express ideas in English, and how grounded they remain in their family values and cultural heritage.
Every morning our faculty welcomes students into a nurturing, secure environment where curious minds are celebrated and moral accountability is upheld with empathy. We partner intimately with every parent to ensure no child is overlooked and every singular talent is nurtured to its fullest fruition.
Mrs. Thasmina Ashraff
Co-Founder & Principal • B.A. (Peradeniya), Master in Linguistics
PGD in English Language Teaching • 20+ Years Pedagogical Service
Distinguished Leaders, Shared Vision
Prof. A.F. Mohamed Ashraff
B.A. (Hons), MPhil, Ph.D. (Translation Studies), CTHE
Sets institutional direction, upholds British Pearson standards, and oversees academic quality on behalf of the Board of Governance.
verified Distinguished Academic Portfolio
As Director of Cambridge International School, his role is an honorary one: taking a close personal interest in maintaining standards, curriculum rigor, and academic quality as expected by parents and the board of management. He brings decades of higher-education research, university-level curriculum design, and post-graduate mentoring to ensure Trincomalee's children study under world-class academic frameworks.
Mrs. Thasmina Ashraff
B.A., Master in Linguistics, PGD in English Language Teaching
Leads daily operations, faculty mentorship, student welfare, discipline, and bilingual confidence throughout the student body.
verified Pedagogical Expertise & Background
With over two decades of educational experience, Mrs. Ashraff has guided Cambridge from day one. Her focus is on discipline, building students’ confidence in English, fostering young leaders, and maintaining a nurturing, responsive environment. She works directly alongside teaching faculty each morning, ensuring personalized academic support for every enrolled child.
Leadership Ethos & Governance Principles
Dual Academic Oversight
University-calibre curriculum planning paired with active classroom teaching leadership. University professorial benchmarks meet attentive daily pedagogy.
Bilingual & Global Fluency
Early English language immersion while deeply honoring native Eastern Province traditions, ethics, and civic values to build grounded global ambassadors.
Direct Parent Accessibility
Responsive leadership with transparent lines of communication for parents. Open consultations ensure every family remains an empowered educational partner.
"Our mission is accomplishing and molding our students to facilitate them to become leaders in the globe, armed with British-standard qualifications and steadfast moral integrity."