National House Project
Matthew McLean
Project Lead
matthew.mclean@surreycc.gov.uk
Project leads manage the project, staff and build relationships with partners.
Hello, I’m Matthew. I am the Lead on the Surrey Local House Project.
I have worked for more than 10 years leading projects and supporting young people and adults to manage the challenges they experience, to increase their knowledge, develop their skills, build confidence, and to empower them to take charge of their own lives.
I know that with the right support that we all need, the young people that go through the House Project will be able to maximise their potential.
We are very lucky to be working with this fantastic and inspiring group.
Latest News
Aspirational Awards Update
In May, the Aspirational Awards panel awarded just over £15,000 to 19 young people across our LHPs. It was inspiring to see such a wide range of ideas, goals and determination reflected in the applications, and a privilege to support more young people as they take their next steps forward. Funding in Round 9 supported training + graduate employment scheme, equipment for a baking business and support for other businesses, sports sessions, music lessons, lifeguard course, and day trips. We have also recently completed a 3 year review of our Aspirational Awards and the impact they’ve had. Over the past 3 years, we’ve awarded over £147,000 to 138 young people (not including figures from our most recent round in May). If you would like to find out more about how to support the Aspirational Awards please get in touch.
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Glasgow Kiltwalk 2026
We’re proud to celebrate a fantastic effort at the Glasgow Kiltwalk 2026, where 25 dedicated walkers came together to raise over £3,500 in support of The National House Project and young people across its Local House Projects, making it a memorable day of teamwork, challenge, and impact.
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wienerberger pilot programme supports care‑experienced young people into construction careers
We’re pleased to share the successful pilot of Trades of Tomorrow, delivered by wienerberger UK & Ireland in partnership with The National House Project and the Greater Manchester Youth Network, supporting care-experienced young people to explore careers in construction.
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