The National Replica School, located along the scenic Colombo-Kandy Highway in the charming village of Bataleeya, Pasyala, renowned for its roadside cashew nut stalls, stands as Sri Lanka’s state-managed institution dedicated to producing authentic, high-quality artifact replicas. Managed by the Central Cultural Fund under the Ministry of Education, the school’s primary mission is to meticulously craft replicas of historical artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and carvings that celebrate Sri Lanka’s rich cultural and civilizational heritage.

The Production Unit of the National Replica School focuses on reproducing authentic, high quality replicas in different media such as cement, fibreglass, terra cotta, brass, bronze, ceramic, wood and stone. The Antiquities Replica Centre caters to the international and local market. It also undertakes orders to construct special creations like portraits, souvenirs, statues etc.

The Academic Unit offers specialized training in art, sculpture, and carving to a select group of talented young individuals, with a strong focus on creating authentic replicas of artifacts while preserving their original form and quality. This program aims to nurture young artists, encouraging them to pursue careers in these rare and valuable artistic fields as sustainable income sources.

The training curriculum includes painting, sculpture, brass casting, wood carving, stone carving, and ceramics. Priority is given to children from families of traditional artisans to ensure the preservation of cultural craftsmanship. The Central Cultural Fund provides all necessary raw materials and offers a monthly stipend throughout the course. Upon successful completion, students receive a certificate issued by the Central Cultural Fund, recognized by the National Apprentice and Technical Training Authority, further validating their skills.