Hindu College Colombo is now considered as one of the most prominent Tamil national schools in the country due to its reputation in the way of providing education.

[2] Founding and early years The school's history dates back to 12 February 1951, when it commenced its services as "Pillayar Padasalai" with 48 students and volunteer teachers.

The dream of establishing a school for the Tamil-speaking Hindu community in Colombo was realised through the efforts of the founders and the support of parents, old boys, and well-wishers.

In 1977, classes for the General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) were introduced, and the school's name was changed to Colombo Hindu College.

[8] The school underwent significant development with the construction of multiple three-storey blocks, laboratories, administration buildings, and sports facilities.

[9] In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Colombo Hindu College continued to evolve, introducing computer classes, establishing a Botanical Garden, and celebrating its Golden Jubilee in 2001.

[10] On 19 September 2016, the school's first practice pitch was opened and renowned cricketers such as Lasith Malinga and Nuwan Kulasekara were invited as chief guests for this historical moment.

In July 2024, however, college principal K. Nagendra secured government funding, enabling the project to recommence and move toward its envisioned completion.

[14] The school provides Tamil and English medium education for pupils aged 6 to 19 in its Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary sections.

[17][18] In November 2023, 10-year old boy rose to prominence and limelight and garnered widespread attention in social circles after claiming an eight-wicket haul without conceding any run representing Colombo Hindu College in an Under-13 interschools division II tournament match against MDH Jayawardene MV Battaramulla which was played at the Ediriweera Sarathchandra Grounds, Mulleriyawa.

[19][20] Selvasekaran Rishiyudhan bowled a marathon spell of 9.4 overs and took 8 wickets without conceding a run by sending down nine maiden overs in a row to help bowl out MDH Jayawardene MV Battaramulla for just 28 runs and as a result Colombo Hindu College won by a massive margin in terms of an innings victory.

The flag, designed by the school's first principal, M. Pathmanathan, features three horizontal stripes: gold in the centre, and brown on top and bottom.