Cookery Club
At Lighthouse Educational Society, our Cookery Club is about much more than cooking. Yes, we cook together, share recipes,
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Since 2005 Lighthouse (Registered Charity 1107551) has been dedicated to empowering migrant, refugee and low-income families in South London
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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.
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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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🌞 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! 💛
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Another lovely Cookery Club session today at Lighthouse Educational Society 🍲✨
These sessions are about much more than cooking. They bring people together, reduce isolation, build confidence and create a warm space where everyone feels welcome. From sharing recipes to sharing conversations, every session reminds us how important community connection is.
A lovely afternoon filled with food, laughter and togetherness 💛
A lovely day celebrating creativity, confidence and community through art.
Our exhibition brought together artworks created during our community art workshops, showcasing the creativity and personal journeys behind each piece.
Thank you to everyone who joined us, supported the project and took part in the workshops. It was wonderful to see people connecting, sharing stories and celebrating together.
Good luck to all students taking their GCSE & A-Level exams 🍀
Wishing all students confidence, success, and the very best in their exams.
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Moments from our mathematics&English class 📚✨
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