Indian Dance Workshops for Schools | Holi & Diya Painting
Bring the colour, rhythm and traditions of India into your classroom with our Indian Dance Workshops for schools. Pupils can celebrate Diwali – the Festival of Lights and the Holi Festival of Colours through a mix of traditional Indian dance and creative arts & crafts.
Our Diwali workshops for schools UK-wide combine movement, music and creativity, making them perfect for EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4. Every session is inclusive and SEN-friendly (SEND), ensuring pupils of all abilities can take part.
Indian Dance Workshops For Schools
Our Indian Dance Workshops explore authentic movements inspired by Indian traditions and festivals. Sessions are age-appropriate and engaging, giving children a chance to experience rhythm, storytelling and expressive movement.
Indian Dance Workshops EFYS -KS4 Timings
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EYFS & KS1 – 30 minutes of playful, interactive movement.
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KS2 – 40 minutes of simple but powerful routines linked to Indian culture.
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KS3 & KS4 – 50–60 minutes of expressive choreography and performance skills.
Diwali Arts & Crafts – Diya Painting Workshops
Alongside dance, we also offer Diwali Arts & Crafts Workshops.
Our popular Diya Painting Workshops for schools allow pupils to decorate their own clay or card diya lamps with bright paints, sequins and glitter. This creative session teaches the symbolism of light in Diwali, while giving pupils something meaningful to take home.
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Perfect for EYFS, KS1, KS2 and KS3.
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Can be booked as a standalone workshop or combined with Indian Dance for a full Diwali cultural day.
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Fully inclusive and SEN-friendly, ensuring every pupil can join in.
Indian Dance & Diya Lamp Painting Workshop Packages
We offer flexible packages so schools can enjoy a full cultural experience for Diwali, Holi and Indian heritage days. Choose dance, art, or a combination to suit your timetable.
Package 1: Indian Dance Only – Pupils explore traditional Indian dance and storytelling (Diwali & Holi themes). Suitable for EYFS–KS4.
🎨 Package 2: Diya Painting Only – Hands-on art workshop where pupils design and decorate their own Diya lamp, learning its cultural meaning. Perfect for Arts Week & RE.
💃🎨 Package 3: Combined Dance & Art – Our most popular option! Indian Dance in the morning, Diya Painting in the afternoon. A complete cultural experience for Diwali, Diversity Week & International Day.
Locations Covered
We provide Indian Dance, Holi Festival and Diya Painting Workshops across the UK, including:
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London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Nottingham, Sheffield, Bristol, Cardiff
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Leicestershire (Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Melton Mowbray)
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Lancashire (Preston, Blackburn, Blackpool, Burnley, Chorley, Lancaster)
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Yorkshire (Leeds, Bradford, York, Sheffield, Hull, Huddersfield)
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Midlands (Coventry, Derby, Wolverhampton, Northampton, Stoke-on-Trent)
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South West (Bath, Exeter, Plymouth, Swindon, Gloucester)
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South East (Kent, Surrey, Reading, Oxford, Milton Keynes, Brighton)
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Manchester (Salford, Oldham, Stockport)
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Wales (Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Wrexham)
Inclusive & SEN-Friendly Diwali Workshops
At VG Dance Workshops, we believe every child should have the opportunity to take part and shine. That’s why all our Indian Dance and Diya Painting Workshops for schools are fully inclusive and SEN-friendly (SEND).
We adapt our workshops for pupils of all abilities, learning needs and ages, ensuring that every child feels confident and included. Whether it’s traditional Indian dance, creative movement for Holi Festival, or hands-on Diya painting for Diwali, our activities are designed to be accessible, engaging and enjoyable for everyone.
Suitable for:
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Special schools and SEN units across the UK
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Mainstream schools with SEN pupils
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Mixed-ability classes in EYFS, KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4
Our experienced facilitators use creative teaching methods, clear instructions and supportive approaches to make sure that every pupil, no matter their needs, can participate and have fun.
Why Choose Our Indian Dance & Diya Workshops?
Celebrate Diwali and Holi Festival in schools through dance and art.
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Great for RE curriculum links, Diversity Week, Arts Week, World Cultural Day and International Day.
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Develop fitness, teamwork, rhythm and creativity.
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Suitable for primary schools, secondary schools, SEN schools and mixed-ability groups.
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Delivered UK-wide by experienced facilitators.
Indian Dance & Diwali Assembly Performances
As well as interactive workshops, we also offer assembly performances and demonstrations for schools across the UK. These are a fantastic way to introduce pupils to Indian culture, Diwali traditions and Holi celebrations in a fun, engaging format.
What’s Included:
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Indian Dance Demonstrations – Our facilitators perform vibrant routines to showcase the style, energy and storytelling of Indian dance.
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Pupil Participation – Assemblies are interactive, giving pupils a chance to join in with simple movements, clapping rhythms or call-and-response activities.
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Cultural Storytelling – We share the meanings and traditions behind Diwali and Holi, helping pupils understand the importance of these festivals.
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Performance Opportunities – If you’ve booked full-day workshops, we can also create a mini performance where pupils share their new skills in a Diwali assembly or end-of-day showcase.
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Book Your Indian Dance & Diwali Workshop Today
Celebrate Diwali and Holi Festival with a unique blend of traditional Indian dance and creative diya painting. Perfect for primary, secondary and SEN schools across the UK.
Contact VG Dance Workshops today to book your Indian Dance & Diya Workshop.
