Anula Vidyalaya, Colombo is the largest national Buddhist school for Sri Lankan girls, with a student population exceeding 5,000 across 13 grades from primary to secondary classes. It is established in 1941 by Dr. E. W. Adikaram with 38 students and five teachers. Currently, the school has a student body of over 5,000 girls.The Principal and the staff guide the pupils on the Buddhist principles of non-violence and self-discipline. The objective of the founder and the vision of the school is to maneuver the children into "Perfect Ladies" in every aspect.[verification needed]