Daham Pasala

The Daham Pasala of Naga Maha Viharaya is the temple's Sunday Dhamma school, where children learn the Buddha's teaching, Buddhist values, devotional practice and Pali chanting in a warm, welcoming environment.

Classes & Schedule

Every Sunday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noonDhamma classes for all grades
From age 5 upwardsStudents grouped by grade, following the national Daham Pasala syllabus
Poya days & festivalsSpecial observances, Bodhi pooja and cultural programmes
Schedule shown is indicative and will be confirmed by the Daham Pasala coordinator.

Enrolment

New students are warmly welcome throughout the year. To enrol your child, speak to a teacher after Sunday classes, call the temple, or send us a message below.

Day-to-day updates, photos and announcements from the Daham Pasala are shared on its Facebook page.

Jataka story murals inside the Budu Medura

What students learn

Classes follow the national Daham Pasala syllabus, graded by age.

The Buddha's life

From the birth at Lumbini to the parinirvana — told in a way children remember.

Jataka stories

The Bodhisattva's previous lives, and the virtues each story teaches.

Values and conduct

The five precepts, respect for parents and teachers, and daily practice.

Pali stanzas and pirith

Chanting, gathas and the verses used in daily devotion.

For parents

  • Students wear white for classes and temple observances.
  • Please have children arrive a few minutes before classes begin.
  • New students are welcome throughout the year.
  • For enrolment, speak to a teacher after Sunday classes or contact the temple.