My Story

"Hello! My name is Mark. I love counting, modelling, and colouring in class. During break time, I enjoy swinging, climbing, and racing tyres with my friends. My best friend is Jayden, and we have so much fun playing together. My favorite meal is rice and green grams. Thank you for considering walking alongside me and being part of my journey."

Mark is a friendly, outgoing, and cheerful young boy who is very active in school. He loves being in class and participating in different activities with enthusiasm.

He has two siblings, Mary and Angel. In 2022, Mark sadly lost his father. Since then, he and his siblings have been living with their mother in a small one-room house in Dandora.

Mark’s mother does not have a stable job. She depends on casual work, such as washing clothes for other families whenever opportunities arise, to provide for her children. The income she earns is limited and not always reliable, making it challenging to meet the family’s daily needs.

Despite these difficulties, Mark’s mother is very grateful that he is able to attend Kinyago Dandora Schools, where he receives quality education that has the power to transform his life and give him hope for the 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.”