My Story

"My name Hello! My name is John. I love my school and I enjoy learning English and colouring pictures in class. During break time, I am happiest when I am swinging on the playground. My favorite food is pilau, which we eat at school. Thank you for considering walking alongside me and being part of my journey"

John is a jovial, bright, and confident young boy with a big smile and a strong love for colouring and learning. He enjoys school and participates happily in class activities.

He comes from a large family of seven children. His siblings are Phelister, Lydiah, David, Princessmina, Rose, and Mercy. Mercy is John’s twin sister, and the two attend school together at Kinyago Dandora Schools, where they support and encourage each other every day.

John and Mercy live with their parents in a small one-room house in Dandora. Because the house is very small, their other siblings live with their grandmother, who also lives within the same community. John’s father works as a casual laborer whenever work is available, while his mother earns a living by hand-washing clothes for other families. Their income is limited and unpredictable, making it difficult to meet all the family’s needs.

John’s family is deeply grateful for the opportunity for John and his sister Mercy to attend school. Education gives them hope for a brighter and more secure 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 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.”