This week, our nursery children have been busy developing their knowledge and understanding of Diwali, the Hindu and Sikh Festival of Lights.

We began our learning journey gathered together on the carpet to share the wonderful story of Rama and Sita. The children listened intently, learning all about how little clay lamps were lit to guide Rama and Sita safely home through the dark, and how Diwali celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.

Inspired by our story, the children took their learning straight into continuous provision, exploring the celebrations through hands-on, creative activities: making Diya lamps on the workshop table using colourful materials to design the lamps and Rangoli patterns with bright pens.

The children thoroughly enjoyed sharing their creations with their friends and talking about how different families celebrate special festivals. It has been a joyful, colourful week of purposeful play, curiosity, and cultural exploration across the nursery!