My Story

"Hello! My name is Emmanuel. I love Jesus, and I am very happy to be in school. My friends are Junior, Antony, and David, and we love playing football together during break time. Thank you for considering walking alongside me and being part of my journey."

Emmanuel is vibrant, social, cheerful, and bright. He enjoys colouring and learning mathematics, and he is always excited to be in school and participate in class activities.

Emmanuel has two siblings: Joseph (15 years old) and Calvince (13 years old). They live together with their parents in a small two-room house in the Gitari Marigu slum in Dandora.

Both of Emmanuel’s parents work very hard but do not have stable or reliable jobs. His father depends on casual work at construction sites whenever opportunities arise, while his mother earns a small income by washing clothes for other people whenever she can find work. Because these opportunities are not consistent, it is often difficult for the family to meet their daily needs.

Despite these challenges, Emmanuel’s family is very happy and grateful that he has the opportunity to attend Kinyago Dandora Schools, where he can receive a quality education in a safe and nurturing environment. 

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.”