- Lukashi Lyceum in Kyiv Oblast reopens with 119 students after war damage from a Russian attack in March 2022.
- The reconstruction costs €1.07 million, of which €690,000 comes from the EIB and €385,000 from the local budget.
- The EIB's Ukraine Recovery Programme, totalling €340 million, finances the rebuilding of social infrastructure across Ukraine.
- The EIB is supporting the restoration of 72 facilities in Kyiv Oblast through three recovery programmes.
- Since 2022, the EIB has provided €4.5 billion in financing to Ukraine.
War-Damaged Lyceum Reopens in Kyiv Oblast
Children in the village of Lukashi, Kyiv Oblast, are starting the new academic year back in their local school for the first time since it was damaged at the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. The Lukashi Lyceum, the only school in the community, has reopened following a major reconstruction supported by the European Investment Bank (EIB).
The renovation has transformed the war-damaged building into a modern and accessible educational facility. Works included structural repairs, a new roof, insulated facades, energy-efficient windows and doors, as well as upgrades to heating, ventilation, water, sewage, electrical and lighting systems. The school now also has a protective shelter, improved accessibility for people with disabilities, and upgraded fire and security systems.
Financing and Capacity
The Lyceum will serve 119 students, including children with special educational needs and children from internally displaced families. It will also provide working space for 25 staff members.
| Financing Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| EIB (Ukraine Recovery Programme) | €690,000 |
| Local budget | €385,000 |
| Total reconstruction budget | €1,070,000 |
The EIB financing is part of the €340 million Ukraine Recovery Programme, which supports the restoration of essential social infrastructure in communities across Ukraine.
Three EU-EIB Recovery Programmes in Ukraine
The Ukraine Recovery Programme is one of three joint EU-EIB recovery initiatives, implemented together with the Ministry for Recovery, Infrastructure and Transport of Ukraine, the Ministry of Finance and local authorities, with technical support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
| Programme | Budget | Launch |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine Early Recovery Programme (UERP) | €200 million | December 2014 |
| Ukraine Recovery Programme (URP) | €340 million | December 2020 |
| Ukraine Recovery Programme III (URP III) | €200 million | June 2024 |
| Total | €740 million |
As of August 2026, the EIB has provided €740 million through these programmes. The funding is further supported by €15 million in EU grants to facilitate implementation. The EIB has been present in Ukraine since 2007 and has provided €4.5 billion in financing since the full-scale invasion in 2022. The bank operates, among other things, the EU for Ukraine Initiative, supporting recovery in line with the mandate given by EU leaders, as documented in the European Council conclusions of 15 December 2022.
Statements from Stakeholders
"Every Ukrainian child deserves a safe place to learn and the chance to build a brighter future with hope and confidence, despite the challenges of war. The restoration of the Lukashi Lyceum allows children to continue their education within their own community, reducing the educational disruptions caused by the war. By rebuilding and modernising the war-damaged school, we help prevent learning losses and equip children with the needed skills and knowledge," said EIB Vice-President Karl Nehammer.
"Russia's war against Ukraine is not only destroying school buildings – now it is also attacking the education and future that Ukrainian children deserve. As the new academic year begins, our hope is that every Ukrainian child can continue to learn in safe and decent conditions, despite the challenges of war. By supporting the restoration of schools like the one in Lukashi village, the European Union is helping communities provide children with the education they need today and the opportunities they deserve for tomorrow," said Joost Mohlmann, Head of Section for Reconstruction, Energy, Infrastructure and Environment at the EU Delegation to Ukraine.
"Rebuilding educational facilities is a key investment in our country's future and in restoring sustainable, stable life in communities. Together with our European partners, we are systematically restoring and developing modern infrastructure so that every student can learn in a safe and comfortable environment," said Mykola Kalashnyk, Minister for Recovery, Infrastructure and Transport of Ukraine.
"Every school we rebuild is more than a completed project – it is an investment in children, in families and in the future of Ukraine. I am deeply grateful to our European partners and the UNDP for standing with Ukrainian communities and helping us turn recovery into tangible, lasting change for people," said Olga Zykova, Deputy Minister of Finance of Ukraine.
"Restoring facilities that affect people's everyday life is a key priority for us. We want people living in the Kyiv region, including those who have found a home here recently after being displaced by the war, to feel the impact of European support in their daily lives. I am grateful to the European Union and its Bank – the EIB – for helping us restore essential facilities and create better conditions for children and families across the region," said Tymur Tkachenko, Head of the Kyiv Oblast Military Administration.
"The restoration of the Lukashi Lyceum is helping the community overcome the impact of war while creating a safer, more inclusive and more resilient space for children. Together with the EIB and local authorities, UNDP is proud to support recovery that reaches communities where it matters most," concluded Auke Lootsma, UNDP Resident Representative in Ukraine.
EIB Recovery Efforts in Kyiv Oblast
In Kyiv Oblast, the EIB is supporting the restoration of 72 facilities under its three recovery programmes, including schools, preschools, healthcare and municipal infrastructure. Recently completed projects include a renovated primary school in Hostomel, Hatne secondary school and the restoration of the water supply system in war-affected Bucha, all implemented in close cooperation with local authorities.
Further information on the three recovery programmes is available in the EIB brochure on the recovery initiatives.
EIB in Ukraine
Present in Ukraine since 2007, the EIB has stepped up its financial support for the country's resilience and modernisation since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022. Since then, the EIB has provided €4.5 billion in financing. Through its EU for Ukraine Initiative, coupled with its key role in implementing a dedicated window under the Ukraine Facility, the EIB is strongly committed to stepping up and accelerating its activities in line with the mandate given by EU leaders and in close cooperation with the European Commission, the European Parliament, Member States and international partners.