My Story

“Hello! I’m Ashley. I love colouring and drawing.”

Ashley is a jovial and outgoing young girl who enjoys making new friends.

She has two siblings, Stephan and Joyce. The three of them live with their grandmother in the Gitari Marigu slum of Dandora Phase IV. After her parents separated, Ashley and her siblings found stability at their grandmother’s home.

To make ends meet, Ashley’s parents sell second-hand clothes, while her grandmother sells second-hand books. Despite their best efforts, their income is often not enough to meet all of the family's needs.

Ashley’s family is deeply grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Kinyago Dandora Schools family. With your support, Ashley continues to grow, learn, and dream big. Thank you for walking alongside her.

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 550 students. The primary level has 400 students while junior secondary has 150 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 200 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.”