A British boy has been reported for racism for not wanting to celebrate Ramadan at a state school.

A letter from the school to the parents describes the child's refusal to take part in a Ramadan-related activity as ’racial harassment«. It will be noted on their file.

Letter sent to the parents accusing the child of being racist.

[social-share align=»right» style=»button» mobile_app=»desktop»]

[social-share align=»center» style=»icon» mobile_app=»mobile»]

A public school in the London Borough has accused a pupil of racism after questioning a school activity linked to Ramadan, the holy month of Muslim fasting. According to the centre's letter, the minor repeatedly protested during the presentation of the religious acts and said: «Why do we have to do this? I won't do it. You can't force me. I won't change my mind.».

The document also warns that Any new “racist incident” will result in additional sanctions. In accordance with the centre's disciplinary regulations, the parents are urged to speak to the child so that he understands that this behaviour is unacceptable and reflects on it.

The facts are set out in a notification sent to the parents last year, in which Management describes the behaviour as ’racial harassment«.» and ensures that the incident will be recorded in the student's disciplinary file and in the centre's register of racist incidents.

Translation of the letter into Catalan:

Subject: Notification of a racist incident
We are writing to inform you of a racist incident that took place at the school today.
Our definition of racial harassment follows that of the Commission for Racial Equality (CRE):
«Verbal or physical violence, including attacks on property or persons, suffered by individuals or groups because of their colour, race, nationality or ethnic or national origin, and when the victim perceives that the perpetrator has acted for racist motives or there is evidence of racism.»
During the faculty presentation on Ramadan, [name redacted] repeatedly stated:
«Why do we have to do this? I won't do it. You can't force me. I won't change my mind. Do I have to do it? If I don't, will you force me?»
When the other pupils began to take part in the activity, he pointed his finger at them and laughed at the other children who were singing, which made them feel uncomfortable.
This incident will be added to your child's conduct file and to the school's register of racist incidents.
If any new racist incidents occur, they will be handled in accordance with the centre's conduct and anti-harassment policies and may result in additional sanctions.
At Bedfont Primary School we maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of racism. Any racist behaviour is unacceptable and contrary to the school's culture and values.
Please speak to your child about this and help them understand why this behaviour is not acceptable.
If you wish to discuss the incident with a member of the management team, please contact the school office.
Yours faithfully,
Mr O'Connor
Direction

More Perceptions of

More about Ramadan

Muslims in Italy are taking advantage of May Day to demand public holidays in the work calendar.

Muslims in Italy are taking advantage of May Day to demand public holidays in the work calendar.

The president of the Union of Italian Islamic Communities is taking advantage of Labour Day to call for the two main Muslim holidays to be added to the work calendar and for companies to grant 40 minutes every Friday for the Islamic midday prayer.

A study by Can Ruti and Sant Pau proposes not testing pregnant women for glucose during Ramadan.

Muslim pregnant women test positive for diabetes during Ramadan. The solution proposed by scientists is not to look.

Sant Andreu observes Ramadan with a prayer room at the district headquarters.

The Sant Andreu District is fully committed to Ramadan 2026. It has created a programme of talks, lantern workshops, meals and gatherings, with space for prayer in a public facility.

Bonpreu is sponsoring an iftar in Lleida featuring a conservative Islamic preacher.

The religious gathering for Ramadan in Lleida is presented as an "act of coexistence". It includes a lecture entitled «Ramadan in Spain: Memory, Identity and Belonging», given by Aicha Fernández.

New York police explain they put up Ramadan lights to «educate» non-Muslims

A commander says that the Ramadan lights are not a tradition, but they put them up at the entrance to the headquarters to serve an educational purpose.

Pep Guardiola rebukes fans who boo during the Ramadan break

Guardiola defends stopping matches for religious reasons and snaps: «Show respect for religions. We live in a modern world.”

ERC, PSC and Comuns oppose combating political Islam in the European Parliament.

Diana Riba (ERC), Jaume Asens (Comuns) and the PSC MEPs vote against measures to curb political Islam linked to the Muslim Brotherhood.

Azerbaijan expels students who wear Islamic headscarves from school

The government has banned religious clothing for students and teachers since September. Schools are enforcing the rule by expelling hijabis.

Sharia law in the US is supported by 75% of Muslims, 41% of atheists and up to 20% of Christians.

The 61% of accepted Muslims would agree to introduce Islamic law in a city if the majority of residents approved.

France now has a halal meat supply without the need to sacrifice animals facing Mecca.

The Natakassam glue is certified halal, meaning it contains no pork, alcohol or meat from animals not slaughtered in accordance with Sharia.

The United Kingdom gives away a thousand hijabs in six months to immigrants arriving via the Channel

The Ministry of the Interior considers that providing religious clothing is part of basic assistance.

US Muslim politicians train Canadian Muslims under the slogan "From the mosque to the city hall"«

The "From Identity to Impact" convention seeks to train Muslims in Canada to transform religion into political power with a direct presence in institutions.

Teacher fired in Austria for denying a Muslim woman a prayer room

The student demanded a space to pray, failed the exam and reported the teacher for Islamophobia and racism.

Canadian government normalizes Islamic prayer during workday

A parliamentary investigation reveals that the Canadian government has 934 Muslim prayer rooms where civil servants can pray.

Lleida bans the burqa except if worn for religious reasons

The new Lleida Civic Ordinance prohibits wearing a face covering, except in places of worship, where "it is customary" or when it is protected "by a fundamental right.".

Italy bans burqa and niqab but only in schools

The measure has received the support of the Conference of European Imams, which considers that it protects "dignity and security.".

The Generalitat pays tribute to the racist Abu Bakr al-Turtuxí as an anti-racist icon

The Generalitat and the Tortosa City Council turn a radical religious figure into a "Catalan intellectual" and symbol of the supposed Islamic roots of Catalonia and Europe.

A student residence in Scotland imposes Islamic law in common areas

The residence prohibits alcohol and pork, only allows halal food, and has a prayer room. Non-Muslims must accept religious rules.

Kazakhstan threatens to close private schools that allow hijab

The Minister of Education toughens the message against the school hijab and recalls that the rule also obliges private centers.

A Catholic university in Belgium incorporates Islamic chants into the opening mass of the course

The Islamization of the KU Leuven mass has caused protests among students: they accuse the university of renouncing its religious identity rooted in 600 years of history.

A Muslim family in Granada chooses a Catholic school and demands that the courts teach Islam there

The Board offered them three alternatives, but they wanted Islam over Catholicism. The claim is part of a community campaign to demand Islam and halal in schools.

Phrase of the Week

What is wrong with inciting intense aversion to a religion if the activities or teachings of that religion are so outrageous, irrational, or abusive of human rights that they deserve to be intensely detested? -Rowan Atkinson
What is wrong with inciting intense aversion to a religion if the activities or teachings of that religion are so outrageous, irrational, or abusive of human rights that they deserve to be intensely detested? -Rowan Atkinson

Image of the Week

You're 21 and not married? Don't you have cousins?
-21 years old and not married?
-Don't you have cousins?
Scroll to Top