About our school

An ancient language, alive in every new generation.

A welcoming Saturday school where young people learn Tamil and stay connected to our traditional and treasured heritage.

Our language

Tamil: a classical language.

Tamil is an incredibly ancient language and, according to Harvard University, fulfils all eleven characteristics used to classify a classical language.

“கல் தோன்றி மண் தோன்றாக் காலத்தே, வாளோடு முன் தோன்றி மூத்த குடி!”

Every Saturday

1:30 PM–5:00 PM

Our home

The De La Salle Academy

Our focus

Tamil & culture

Our community

Language, culture and belonging.

Liverpool Tamil Kalvikoodam brings families together every Saturday to learn Tamil, celebrate our heritage and build lasting friendships within the local Tamil community. From sport and drama to cultural celebrations, everything we do helps young people feel confident in who they are.