My Story

"Hello! My name is Doris. I am a student at Kinyago Dandora Schools, and I love my school very much. I enjoy dancing and studying Agriculture. My favorite meal is pilau, which we enjoy at school.

When I grow up, I want to become a teacher so that I can help educate children and make a difference in my community.Thank you for taking the time to learn about me and for considering being part of my journey."

Doris is friendly, bright, and jovial. She loves coming to school and is very grateful for the opportunity to learn. She works hard in class and enjoys participating in her studies.

She has four siblings: Cynthia (18 years old), Nicholas (16 years old), Faith (13 years old), and Dickson (8 years old).

They all live together with their parents in a small one-room house in Dandora Phase IV. Both of Doris’ parents work very hard but do not have stable jobs. Her father depends on casual labor at construction sites whenever opportunities arise, while her mother earns a living by making and selling bead ornaments. Doris’ mother also suffers from Peptic Ulcer Disease, which makes it difficult for her to work consistently. The family’s income is very limited and often not enough to provide basic needs such as food, rent, and medication for her mother.

Despite these difficulties, the family is very grateful that Doris has the opportunity to study at Kinyago Dandora Schools, where she can continue learning and building hope for 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.”