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Finding Strength Through Community: Poona and Liza’s Story
Poona and Liza are two long-time friends and active participants in the Community Levelling Up project, particularly the Cookery Club.
Community Levelling Up in Croydon
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ABOUT LIGHTHOUSE

A community-led organisation rooted in support, inclusion and opportunity

Since 2005 Lighthouse (Registered Charity 1107551) has been dedicated to empowering migrant, refugee and low-income families in South London

  • Inclusive
  • Community-Led
  • Volunteer Driven
  • Impact Focused
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Our BRANCHES

We're Right Here in Your Community

Each of our branches is a warm, welcoming space where everyone belongs. Find your nearest branch and discover the support available to you.

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Croydon
Bexley
Medway
Kingston
Sutton
Services & Projects

Find out services and projects

Our services and projects are built to support, connect, and empower our community. Through learning, wellbeing, and skills-focused initiatives, we help people move forward with confidence.

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Cookery Club

At Lighthouse Educational Society, our Cookery Club is about much more than cooking. Yes, we cook together, share recipes,

Bridging Gaps in Education, Skills and Community Connection

Lighthouse Educational Society creates inclusive spaces where people can learn, connect and thrive. Through education, skills development, wellbeing support and community engagement, we help children, young people, adults and families build confidence, reduce isolation and access new opportunities.

2025 IMPACT IN NUMBERS

28258

Reach Out People

200+

Families Supported

342

Community Programmes

400+

Children & Young People

5

Local Branches

2025 Impact Report

Strengthening Communities

Lighthouse has made a huge difference in my daughter’s learning and confidence, helping her focus, study, and even start writing. As a parent, I’m deeply grateful for the free, high-quality support and the warm, inclusive environment that truly feels like a family.
Abolanle Ogundiru

Parent

Thanks to the dedication of our teachers, classrooms, and management, I’ve witnessed students grow in confidence and develop a strong sense of community. Through learning and play, Lighthouse Educational Society has made a clear and lasting impact on these children’s lives.
Yusra

Tutor

The kids I teach are really lively, and I’ve seen a huge improvement in their skills since I first started. The classes are a mix of boys and girls, and we welcome everyone. The students seem genuinely happy to be here, and honestly, I’m really happy to be teaching them. I hope I can keep doing this for a long time.
Jayla

Age 17, Volunteer

As an asylum seeker, I’ve been supported by Lighthouse Educational Society in many areas, from CV writing and job search to volunteering and adapting to life in the UK. I’m truly grateful for the guidance and opportunities they’ve given me during my time in Croydon.
Omer

Participant

I’m truly grateful for my son’s progress. He enjoys the English and Maths classes and has really improved — even his school teacher noticed and awarded him a merit certificate for his comprehension. Thank you to everyone at Lighthouse Education for making such a big difference in my child’s learning.
Parent

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Empowering individuals and strengthening communities through education.

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Finding Strength Through Community: Poona and Liza’s Story

Poona and Liza are two long-time friends and active participants in the Community Levelling Up project, particularly the Cookery Club. …

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Lighthouse Educational Society

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at today’s picnic! Your presence, laughter, and wonderful company made the day truly special. It was a lovely opportunity to come together, celebrate the end of our project, and create lasting memories. We are so grateful for your support, participation, and the friendships we’ve built along the way. Thank you for being part of this journey with us. With heartfelt thanks, Lighthouse Educational Society

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at today’s picnic!

Your presence, laughter, and wonderful company made the day truly special. It was a lovely opportunity to come together, celebrate the end of our project, and create lasting memories.

We are so grateful for your support, participation, and the friendships we’ve built along the way. Thank you for being part of this journey with us.

With heartfelt thanks,
Lighthouse Educational Society

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week Today and every day, we are grateful for the dedication, kindness, and commitment of our volunteers. Your support helps us empower individuals, strengthen communities, and create brighter futures. Thank you for being the light in our community. #lighthouseeducationalsociety #volunteersweek2026

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week

Today and every day, we are grateful for the dedication, kindness, and commitment of our volunteers.

Your support helps us empower individuals, strengthen communities, and create brighter futures.

Thank you for being the light in our community.

#lighthouseeducationalsociety #volunteersweek2026

🌙 Eid al-Adha Mubarak Lighthouse Educational Society wishes you and your family a joyous Eid al-Adha filled with peace, love, and barakah. ✨ May this blessed occasion bring happiness, unity, and endless blessings to all. #EidMubarak #EidAlAdha #lighthouseeducationalsociety

🌙 Eid al-Adha Mubarak
Lighthouse Educational Society wishes you and your family a joyous Eid al-Adha filled with peace, love, and barakah. ✨
May this blessed occasion bring happiness, unity, and endless blessings to all.

#EidMubarak #EidAlAdha #lighthouseeducationalsociety

🌞 Summer Picnic in the Park! 🌳 Lighthouse Educational Society invites our students, families, teachers and community members to join us for a relaxed and fun afternoon outdoors. Come along and enjoy food, games, fun activities and a lovely chance to spend time together as a community. 📅 Saturday, 6 June 2026 ⏰ 3 PM – 7 PM 📍 Wandle Park, Cornwall Road, Croydon, CR0 3RD Please let us know you’re coming by scanning the QR code on the flyer to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there! 💛 #lighthouseeducationalsocety ##tnlcommunityfund

🌞 Summer Picnic in the Park! 🌳

Lighthouse Educational Society invites our students, families, teachers and community members to join us for a relaxed and fun afternoon outdoors.

Come along and enjoy food, games, fun activities and a lovely chance to spend time together as a community.

📅 Saturday, 6 June 2026
⏰ 3 PM – 7 PM
📍 Wandle Park, Cornwall Road, Croydon, CR0 3RD

Please let us know you’re coming by scanning the QR code on the flyer to RSVP.

We look forward to seeing you there! 💛

#lighthouseeducationalsocety ##tnlcommunityfund

Good luck to all students taking their GCSE & A-Level exams 🍀 Wishing all students confidence, success, and the very best in their exams. #GCSE #ALevel #ExamPreparation #studentswork

Good luck to all students taking their GCSE & A-Level exams 🍀

Wishing all students confidence, success, and the very best in their exams.

#GCSE #ALevel #ExamPreparation #studentswork

Moments from our mathematics&English class 📚✨ #lighthouseeducationalsociety #tnlcommunityfund

Moments from our mathematics&English class 📚✨

#lighthouseeducationalsociety #tnlcommunityfund

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