My Story

"Hi! My name is Clifford. My best friends are Baraka and John. We really enjoy playing football at school during break time and games time. My favorite meal is pilau, which we enjoy eating at school.

When I grow up, I want to become a doctor.Thank you for considering walking alongside me and being part of my journey."

Clifford is polite, bright, responsible, and friendly. He loves studying Social Studies and is always excited to come to school. He is committed to his studies and works hard in class.

Clifford has four siblings: Lovincy (18 years old), Gilbert (15 years old), Steve (13 years old), and Harrison (2½ years old). They all live together in a small one-room house in Dandora Phase IV.

Clifford’s father is employed as a cleaner at a local hotel, where he washes utensils. His mother does not have a stable job and depends on washing clothes for other people to earn a living. The income they earn is limited and not enough to meet the family’s basic needs.

Clifford’s family is very happy and grateful for the opportunity for him to attend Kinyago Dandora Schools, where he can learn, grow, and build a brighter future.  

Kinyago-Dandora Schools

Kinyago-Dandora Schools are located in the heart of Nairobi's slums in Kenya, East Africa. Kinyago-Dandora Schools stand as a beacon of hope for the underprivileged children in the community, who face numerous challenges through the provision of quality education, holistic guidance and counseling, nutritious meals, and healthcare. In a country where the population is more than 50 million, Kenya has faced significant hurdles, including epidemics like malaria, cholera, AIDS, and the impact of a devastating East African drought leading to widespread starvation.

Primary and Junior Secondary Education ~ Our KDS campus has a population of 500 students. The primary level has 400 students while junior secondary has 100 students. Academically, KDS is one of the top schools in the district, boasting an impressive 100% transition rate. Our students not only excel in academics but also shine in a variety of extracurricular activities.

Senior Secondary Education ~ Our Secondary Campus has about 250 students enrolled. Recognized by the Kenyan Ministry of Education as one of the best schools in the Njiru District, KDSS proudly achieves a remarkable 100% transition rate for graduating seniors.

Post Secondary Education ~ Upon completing Grade 12, graduates join Kinyago Alumni Association while they enrol on ICT and Leadership Training Program at KDSS as they prepare to transition to colleges and universities.

The Bernard Sewe Scholarship Fund has been established to support KDSS graduates who attend colleges and universities across Kenya.

“We can’t change the whole world but, we can change one child’s world.”