My Story

"Hi! My name is Emmanuel. I love being in school. I enjoy learning English, colouring, singing, and listening to stories. My friend is called Dyllan, and we love playing together on the slide and the swings during break time. My favorite food at school is rice and beans. Thank you for considering walking alongside me and being part of my journey."

Emmanuel is a friendly, polite, and jovial young boy who is always excited to come to school. He enjoys participating in class activities and brings happiness to those around him with his cheerful attitude.

He comes from a family of seven children. His siblings are Ann, Margret, Esther, Sharon, Stephen, and Samuel. Emmanuel lives with his family in a small two-room house in Dandora.

Emmanuel’s father does not have a stable job and relies on casual work whenever opportunities arise. His mother earns an income by washing clothes for other families. Despite their hard work, the family’s income is limited and not enough to meet all their daily needs.

Emmanuel’s family is very grateful and hopeful for the opportunity for him to attend Kinyago Dandora Schools. Education gives Emmanuel a chance 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.”