About The Project
The Ukraine Support Project provides a warm welcome, practical assistance and a strong sense of belonging for Ukrainian families who have settled in Sutton since the war began. The project helps children, young people and adults rebuild their lives, maintain their cultural identity and establish meaningful connections within the local community.
What We Do
At the heart of the project is the Ukraine Saturday School at Christ Church Sutton, attended by around 50 children each week. Through Ukrainian language lessons, arts and crafts, music and cultural celebrations, children remain connected to their heritage while adapting to life in the UK. The school also serves as a valuable community hub where families can build friendships and support networks.
To promote wellbeing, trained counsellors deliver group counselling sessions that help adults process trauma, build resilience and navigate the challenges of displacement. Older children can attend the Saturday Teenagers Club, providing opportunities to socialise, develop confidence and make new friends.
The project also offers one-to-one mentoring through MAPS Mentoring, matching trained local volunteers with Ukrainian young people to support their confidence, aspirations and personal development. Throughout the year, families participate in trips, community activities and drop-ins, while partnerships with local organisations ensure access to information, guidance and practical support as they establish new lives in Sutton.
Beneficiary Feedback
'The Ukraine Saturday School creates an atmosphere of support, kindness, and unity, where every child can feel part of the Ukrainian community'
Ukrainian Parent
Get Involved
If you would like to become a volunteer to support this project we would love to hear from you! There are various activities supporting Ukrainians of all ages and volunteers play a valuable role in this project. Please get in touch for more information hello@vcsutton.org.uk
How to get support
If you are a Ukrainian who would like to get in the various actvities and sessions offered then please contact us to find out more hello@vcsutton.org.uk
