From Tuesday, 10 March 2026 to Wednesday, 11 March 2026, Al Siddiq International Kindergarten organised a Ramadan Night Gathering attended by all students of TK Al Siddiq International. The activity took place in the kindergarten classrooms and around the Al Siddiq International School area. In addition to being part of the school’s Ramadan programme, the event was also combined with the presentation of prizes for the Ramadan competitions previously participated in by the students. The atmosphere throughout the programme was warm, cheerful, and became a memorable new experience for the children.
This mabit (overnight stay) activity aimed to introduce children to the experience of worship during the month of Ramadan from an early age in a joyful and meaningful way. Through this activity, the children were encouraged to learn independence, strengthen their sense of togetherness with friends, and develop good habits such as praying, maintaining personal hygiene, and performing acts of worship together. In addition, the presentation of Ramadan competition prizes served as a form of appreciation for the students who had enthusiastically participated in various competitions throughout the month of Ramadan.
After the communal iftar programme had concluded and the parents had taken their leave, the children continued the mabit activities by performing the Tarawih prayer in congregation at the school. Afterwards, before bedtime, the children were allowed to enjoy additional snacks that they had brought from home. This moment made the atmosphere even warmer and more enjoyable, as the children shared stories and spent time together with their classmates.
As bedtime approached, the children prepared themselves by brushing their teeth and changing into their nightwear. They then recited the bedtime prayer together. Some classes also held a short bedtime storytelling session led by the teachers, allowing the children to rest calmly and comfortably. The night was then spent resting until it was time to wake up for sahur.
At 3.30 a.m., the children were awakened to prepare for sahur. They were encouraged to use the bathroom and wash their faces so they could feel refreshed before having the pre-dawn meal together. The sahur session lasted until 4.30 a.m. Afterwards, the children tidied up their bedding before preparing to perform the Fajr prayer in congregation.
After the Fajr prayer, the children brushed their teeth again and continued the morning activities with light exercises in the school area. This activity was intended to refresh their bodies after waking up early and to create a cheerful atmosphere. The programme then continued with the presentation of prizes for the Ramadan competitions to the participating students. This moment brought great joy to the children, as they received appreciation for their efforts and courage during the Ramadan competitions at school.
After all the activities had been completed, the children were allowed to return home at 7.00 a.m.
By Inka Amalia, S.Pd