Oct / Nov
Diwali Workshops for Schools
The festival of lights, explained and experienced.
Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains around the world, each with their own meaning behind the celebration. Our workshop brings the story, sound and light of Diwali into your classroom, giving pupils a real understanding of why it's celebrated, not just what it looks like.
3 sessions to choose from
Choose your session
Explore multiple dance styles from classical Kathak to vibrant Bollywood, or dive into a festive diya painting workshop.
45–60 minutes per classIndian DanceExpress yourself through the graceful moves and rich traditions of Indian dance.EYFS to KS2See the session
60–90 minutes per classDiya PaintingAdd your personal touch to the festival with a creative diya painting experience.EYFS to KS2See the session
45–60 minutes per sessionBollywood DanceExpressive, theatrical and full of rhythm — pupils build their own Bollywood-inspired sequence and perform it.EYFS to KS2See the session
What pupils will learn
- The story of Diwali and why light is central to the celebration
- How Diwali is celebrated differently across Hindu, Sikh, and Jain traditions
- The meaning behind diyas, rangoli patterns, and family traditions
- How the festival connects to themes of good overcoming darkness
What's included
Oct / Nov
- Storytelling session through dance
- Whole school assembly and performance for parents
- Take-home resource for pupils to share with family (Diya workshop)
What it costs
Our costs vary depending on the type of workshop you choose. Virtual Reality and Art sessions are more expensive due to the equipment and materials needed to run the sessions. Prices exclude VAT.
Half day
£449–£549
Full day
£599–£749
Travel — £30
A flat charge, added once.
Art materials — Per child
Charged only on activities that use them.
Damage waiver — £34
Optional — take it or leave it.
We invoice the school 30 days before the workshop date, and changes — an extra class, the damage waiver — can still be made in the run-up to it.
Get an exact quoteKey dates
Oct / Nov
Diwali follows the lunar calendar and typically falls in October or November. Exact dates change each year — we'll confirm the nearest date when you book.
Reviews for our workshop team
Schools keep asking us back
“A great workshop. Fantastic resources and Chris was great with the children. They were engaged throughout and talked about it for ages afterwards. This is the third time we have used them and they never disappoint!”
Julie Gill “Fantastic workshops for primary school children - the facilitators Emma for African drumming and Naomi for dance workshops were friendly, skilled and provided a very enjoyable experience for the children. Thank you!”
Aleksandra Dass “We have had a number of experiences from the Education Group and are always impressed by the quality of the workshops. We return to them time after time because we know that the planning, content and age-appropriateness of their sessions are absolutely right for the children.”
Kate Baguley “Our infant school aged pupils enjoyed the Maypole experience and were amazed to see the maypole in the middle of their playground. The teacher was fantastic with our young children and we all managed to come away from our sessions feeling we had learnt something rather wonderful!”
St Peter's “Highly recommend the African mask workshop! It's one of the highlights of the Year 5 calendar. Well worth every penny”
Joanne Netto “What a great experience for the children! Ivan was amazing at keeping their interest and making the drumming session as active and exciting as possible.”
Demelza Jones
Questions schools ask
Does the date change every year?
Yes, Diwali is set by the lunar calendar, so it moves each year — we always check the current date when scheduling.
Is there a food element?
No, our workshops only focus on dance and diya painting for Diwali.
Can this work for a non-faith school?
Yes — the workshop is educational and open to all pupils regardless of faith background.
How long does the workshop last?
Typically 45–60 minutes per session, adaptable to your timetable.
The festival of lights, explained and experienced.
Curriculum-linked cultural workshops and assemblies for primary schools in England and Wales.