Tooting Bal Sanskar Group

Tooting Bal Sanskar Group Volunteer Teachers & Parents delivering Hinduism, Gujarati language classes & Bollywood dance platform to our local Indian

This week at Tooting Bal Sanskar Group, our Gujarati classes were filled with learning, smiles, and joyful participation...
07/06/2026

This week at Tooting Bal Sanskar Group, our Gujarati classes were filled with learning, smiles, and joyful participation from all the children. The younger children learnt new Gujarati words, their meanings, and their English equivalent words, while also practising how to make simple Gujarati sentences using the given vocabulary.

Our elder group children enjoyed reading and understanding stories, followed by an interactive question round and engaging activities which encouraged confidence and participation. The class was filled with lots of fun and laughter as children explored how incorrect phonics can sometimes completely change the meaning of sentences in amusing ways.

The session began with the Manglacharan prayer and concluded peacefully with the Ashray Nu Pad prayer. All the children also enjoyed a delicious vegetarian dinner together at the end of the class.

Tooting Bal Sanskar Group extends its heartfelt thanks to all our dedicated volunteer team members for their continued support, encouragement, and commitment towards nurturing Gujarati language, culture, and values among our children.

🌿 Learning About Vat Savitri Vrat at Tooting Bal Sanskar Group 🌿Yesterday, the children of Tooting Bal Sanskar Group had...
17/05/2026

🌿 Learning About Vat Savitri Vrat at Tooting Bal Sanskar Group 🌿
Yesterday, the children of Tooting Bal Sanskar Group had a wonderful opportunity to celebrate and learn about Vat Savitri Vrat, a sacred Hindu festival traditionally observed by married Indian women. It was a meaningful and engaging session filled with learning, values, and fun activities.
Our lesson began with the prayers of Manglacharan, creating a spiritual and peaceful atmosphere. Children were then introduced to the significance and meaning of Vat Savitri Vrat through an informative PowerPoint presentation. They learned the inspiring story of Savitri and Satyavan — including why Savitri chose Satyavan as her husband, her devotion towards her family and in-laws, and her remarkable strength of character.
Special attention was given to the story of Yama and Savitri’s conversations with him, helping children understand values such as gratitude, grace, determination, wisdom, and unconditional love. The purpose and observance of the vrat were also explained, including traditional customs, prayers, rituals, and how women celebrate for the health and long life of their husbands.
To make the learning more interactive and enjoyable, an animated story in English was shown, helping children gain a deeper understanding of the festival. This was followed by a creative colouring activity where children expressed their learning through art.
Our session concluded with the prayer Ashray Nu Pad, followed by delicious Gujarati vegetarian food enjoyed by all.
Tooting Bal Sanskar Group extends sincere gratitude to all our dedicated volunteers, parents, and children for their continued support and enthusiasm. Together, we continue to nurture values, culture, and learning in our young generation.

🙏 Sanskar • Seva • Culture • Learning 🌸

Jay Shree Krishna 🙏Today our children learnt about doing words (Kriya Shabda) and words formed with “E”. They also pract...
09/05/2026

Jay Shree Krishna 🙏

Today our children learnt about doing words (Kriya Shabda) and words formed with “E”. They also practised reading and writing sentences. Our elder children enjoyed reading a new story, along with learning difficult words and their meanings. 📚✨
Delicious Gujarati dinner was enjoyedby all children and team members. 🙏🍽️
We would also like to thank our volunteer team and all the children for helping clean and prepare our hall to the required standards. Your support and teamwork are truly appreciated. 🌸

Thanks for being a top engager and making it onto my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Vaishali Patel, Kruti Patel, Ranjan Sheth...
05/05/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it onto my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Vaishali Patel, Kruti Patel, Ranjan Sheth, Rashmi Patel, Dinesh Amin, Bharat Panchal, Smital Patel, Sonal Desai, Purnimaatul Rathod, Paul White

Thanks for being a top engager and making it onto our weekly engagement list! 🎉 Vaishali Patel, Kruti Patel, Ranjan Shet...
05/05/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it onto our weekly engagement list! 🎉 Vaishali Patel, Kruti Patel, Ranjan Sheth, Rashmi Patel, Dinesh Amin, Bharat Panchal, Smital Patel, Sonal Desai, Purnimaatul Rathod, Paul White

🌼 Tooting Bal Sanskar Group Update 🌼Our children had a wonderful and enriching session learning about Parshuram Jayanti ...
02/05/2026

🌼 Tooting Bal Sanskar Group Update 🌼
Our children had a wonderful and enriching session learning about Parshuram Jayanti and Gujarat Formation Day during their Hinduism lesson.
The session began with a peaceful Manglacharan prayer, setting a positive tone for the day. Children explored interesting facts about Gujarat through an engaging PowerPoint presentation, followed by a fun and interactive quiz that everyone thoroughly enjoyed!
To encourage creativity, the children also participated in an art activity where they beautifully expressed their learning. The session concluded with the soulful prayer Ashray Nu Pad.
🍽️ A delicious vegetarian dinner was served to all, making the day even more special.
We are incredibly proud of our children for their enthusiasm, and deeply grateful to all our parents and dedicated volunteers for their continued support.
🙏 Thank you for being a part of our journey!

Tooting Bal Sanskar group is celebrating "Gujarat Sthapana Divas".Gujarat Foundation Day is celebrated every year on 1 M...
01/05/2026

Tooting Bal Sanskar group is celebrating
"Gujarat Sthapana Divas".

Gujarat Foundation Day is celebrated every year on 1 May to commemorate the formation of the state of Gujarat in 1960.

Historical Background
Post-Independence Status: After India gained independence in 1947, Gujarat was part of the large, bilingual Bombay State, which included both Gujarati and Marathi-speaking populations.
The Demand for a Separate State: In the 1950s, movements grew across India for states to be reorganized based on language. In Gujarat, this led to the Mahagujarat Movement (Mahagujarat Andolan).

Key Leaders: The movement was spearheaded by Indulal Yagnik, who led the Mahagujarat Janata Parishad to demand a separate state for Gujarati speakers.

Legal Formation: Following intense protests and political pressure, the Indian Parliament passed the Bombay Reorganisation Act, 1960.
Official Birth: On 1 May 1960, the Bombay State was divided into two: Maharashtra for Marathi speakers and Gujarat for Gujarati speakers.

“Narasimha Jayanti is like a special day when we remember a superhero form of God who came to save a good boy and teach ...
30/04/2026

“Narasimha Jayanti is like a special day when we remember a superhero form of God who came to save a good boy and teach us that being kind and brave is always the right thing to do.”

🌟 Significance of Narasimha Jayanti
Narasimha Jayanti is a special day in Hindu culture that celebrates the appearance of Lord Narasimha, a powerful form of Vishnu.
Lord Narasimha is half-man and half-lion. He appeared to protect a good boy named Prahlada from his cruel father, Hiranyakashipu, who did not believe in God.

👉 What does this story teach children?
Good always wins over evil
Always believe in truth and kindness
God protects those who are brave and good-hearted.

🎉 Why Do People Celebrate It?
People celebrate Narasimha Jayanti to:
Remember the victory of good over evil
Pray for protection and courage
Learn to be honest, kind, and fearless
Children can think of it like a “good vs bad” superhero story, where goodness wins in the end!

🌼 Importance of Celebrations in Hindu Culture
Festivals like Narasimha Jayanti are very important in Hindu culture because they:
✨ Teach Values
They share lessons about kindness, bravery, respect, and truth.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring Families Together
Families pray, eat, and celebrate together, making happy memories.
📖 Pass Down Stories
Children learn about gods, heroes, and traditions from their elders.
🙏 Encourage Gratitude
People thank God for protection, happiness, and life.

Tooting Bal Sanskar group wishes you all Happy Narsingh Jayanti.......

27/04/2026

Celebrating the vibrant spirit of World Dance Day 2026 at Bhavans ✨💃

Tooting BalSanskar Group felt truly privileged to be part of this beautiful celebration, proudly joining as one of the youngest groups of dancers. Our girls opened the event with the graceful Ganesh Vandana “Morya Morga…”, invoking Lord Ganesh and setting a divine, uplifting tone filled with positive energy.

The evening unfolded into a spectacular showcase of talent, with professional academy dancers delivering performances of exceptional intensity and artistry. Each regional dance reflected the rich and diverse cultural heritage of India, leaving the audience completely mesmerised.

The celebrations concluded with a joyful group photo, capturing memories of unity, passion, and cultural pride.

A heartfelt applause to all the dancers and their dedicated teachers for keeping our traditions alive and thriving in the UK 🇬🇧🇮🇳

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