On 12th November 2012, Avanti Court opened its doors to host parents and community for its first official event. The evening of entertainment was held in celebration of Diwali, the festival of lights.
Dressed in spectacular costumes, pupils performed a play depicting the story of Rama and Sita as well as singing songs about the festival. Entertainment included live Kirtan music and dance performances by the Sanskriti Dance Group.
Special guests included Redbridge Mayor Councillor Muhammed Javed, School Governor Edward Anobah and Mark Evans, the Education Director for Avanti Schools Trust.
Guests also enjoyed tucking into a hill made entirely of Indian sweets, which signifies the sacred Govardhan Hill. This custom originates from a Vaishnava festival, the dates of which coincide with the dates of Diwali. The colour and sparkle of the pupil’s performances was matched by the final treat of the night – a firework display in the school’s grounds.
