My Story

"Hello! My name is Deborah. I love counting, modelling, and playing hide-and-seek with my friends. My favorite meal is rice and beans which I eat at school. I really love coming to school every day. Thank you for considering walking alongside me and being part of my journey."

Deborah is a jovial, friendly, and playful young girl who enjoys being in school. She especially loves learning mathematics and counting in class.

She has a younger brother named Raphael. They live with their parents in a small one-room house in Dandora Gitari Marigu. The house does not have electricity or running water, which makes daily life more challenging for the family.

Deborah’s mother previously worked as a hawker, moving around selling porridge to earn a living. However, after giving birth to Raphael, she now stays at home to care for him. Her father is currently the sole provider and works at a local barber shop. Although he works hard, his income is limited and not sufficient to comfortably provide for all the family’s needs.

The family is deeply grateful for the opportunity for Deborah to attend Kinyago Dandora Schools, where she receives quality education, proper nutrition, and holistic support that gives hope for a brighter 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.”