Vidyarambha - Ceremony for beginning your child’s education

Sunday 16 August 2026 | 2:30pm – 3:30pm Vidyarambha – Ceremony for beginning your child’s education. All events, as our children grow, are special for us. This ceremony of ‘vidya’ education, ‘arambha’ beginning, is another such event. As the child goes to get his/her education we want them to be able to digest what they learn and develop progressively. May their education make them people with good character, good intellect, and ability to make this world a better place. This ceremony is geared for this purpose. We seek the blessings from the goddess of learning ‘mother Saraswati’, from ‘Ganesh’, from ‘Vyasa’ the original guru and teacher, the parents and most of all Lord Krishna. Cost: Donation based Ages: For children 3 and above (For children starting pre-school or reception class) Venue: Sri Krishna Haveli – Kirtan Hall B Do I need to bring anything? Yes – Bunch of yellow flowers – Plate (at least 9″ diameter) – Rice (half a kilo) – New notebook – Black marker Can I bring extra people? Yes, please just let us know numbers beforehand All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Contact Info:  Register for the ceremony Frequently asked questions Will there be parking available? Yes. Free parking will be available all day. How do I get there? Address Bhaktivedanta Manor Hilfield Lane Watford Sat-Nav: WD25 8HE Note: Entrance to temple is via Hilfield Lane only. There is no entrance to the temple through Letchmore Heath village.