The Society, War and Recovery Research Centre is proud to announce a significant milestone in our community-led educational efforts. On 11 November 2025, our CEO, Dr Halyna Hrynyshyn — who also serves as a Ukrainian Language and Literature teacher and lead researcher at the school — participated in a strategic session for international educational hubs chaired by Nadiia Kuzmychova, Deputy Minister of Education and Science of Ukraine.
The meeting focused on the official state verification of Ukrainian schools abroad. We are thrilled to share that our school, “Talented Ukrainian Children in Malvern,” has successfully completed this process, ensuring that the academic results of our students are officially recognised by the Ukrainian state.
A Unique Dual Role: Teaching and Research For our Centre, this verification is particularly meaningful because of Dr Hrynyshyn’s direct involvement:
In the Classroom: As a teacher, she implements the Ministry’s updated curricula, ensuring that children in Malvern remain connected to their native language and culture through high-quality educational materials.
In the Field: As a researcher, she uses this direct experience to analyze the effectiveness of educational practices in displacement, providing our Centre with invaluable primary data on Human Capital and Community Resilience.
Looking Ahead: Digital Innovation The school will soon integrate into the Ministry’s new LMS Platform, launching in January 2026. This will enhance our ability to deliver structured education and track the academic progress of our 60 students using modern digital tools.
“Teaching at the school while researching these processes allows me to see the real impact of educational policies,” notes Dr Hrynyshyn. “We are not just witnessing the evolution of Ukrainian education abroad; we are actively shaping it to ensure our children have a future, wherever they are.”
We extend our deepest gratitude to School Director Natalia Kuchmak and the entire team for their dedication to achieving this official status.
