Inspiring Visit from AFRIL & Incredible Fundraising Success

St Matthew Academy was recently thrilled to welcome AFRIL (Action for Refugees in Lewisham) to our school for a wonderful and eye-opening visit.

Learning Journeys of Resilience and Hope

During their visit, our students listened intently as AFRIL shared the profound journeys families undertake when forced to leave their home countries and rebuild their lives elsewhere.

Through powerful stories, pupils learned how individuals and families arriving in England receive vital support with housing, education, and employment—helping them successfully integrate and become valued members of our local community and wider society.

Culture Day: Raising Over £500!

Deeply inspired by these stories, our entire school community rallied together during our vibrant Culture Day in a phenomenal display of generosity and solidarity.

Thanks to the enthusiastic participation of our pupils, families, and staff, we are proud to announce that we raised over £500 to support AFRIL’s incredible charitable work across the borough!

A massive thank you to AFRIL for visiting us and helping our children build empathy, understanding, and global awareness. And to everyone who contributed to our fundraiser - thank you for letting your light shine for others!