My Story

"Hi! My name is Ayven. I love my mother and my grandmother very much. I also enjoy modelling in class. My friend is called Eddy, and I like playing and learning at school. Thank you for considering walking alongside me and being part of my journey."

Ayven is a bright, confident, and very friendly young boy who is active in class and enjoys participating in school activities.

He is the only child. Ayven’s parents separated, and his father does not provide support. Ayven and his mother live with his grandmother in a modest two-room house in Dandora. His mother does not have a job and stays at home to care for her sister, who lives with cerebral palsy and requires daily attention and medical support.

Ayven’s grandmother is the primary provider for the household. She has no stable job and works as a casual laborer washing clothes for others to earn a living. She works hard to meet the family’s needs and to help cover the medical expenses. Despite her dedication, the income is limited and not always sufficient to meet all the family’s basic needs.

The family is deeply grateful that Ayven has the opportunity to attend Kinyago Dandora Schools, where he receives quality education, proper nutrition, healthcare, and holistic support that gives hope for a transformed 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.”