Refugee, asylum-seeking and migrant children are arriving in the UK and going straight into schools with little or no English language. They struggle to settle-in, understand their teachers or take part in lessons. They also can't make friends easily or develop their social skills. Many of these young people have fled conflict and experienced trauma and arrived in the UK with few possessions and live in temporary, crowded accommodation. Having a stable school life is so vital, somewhere they can feel secure and valued and have some sense of normality. But they need to quickly learn English language skills to start with.

By raising funds for Jacari, you'll be helping us match these children with a volunteer tutor, who will visit them at school or in their home every week during term-time, providing them with fun, informal tutoring and building their confidence. Most of our volunteers are university students and become an important role model and friend for their young tutees, a trusted adult who they feel comfortable with, providing regular support and making learning fun.

Your donations will also help us to organise fun trips and activities for the children and their families so they can practise their English in a relaxed setting, do something fun together and visit local attractions they may not otherwise have access to.

This June some of our staff and volunteers will abseil down the iconic Lloyd's building in London. Show your support by making a donation!