My Story

"Hello! My name is Angeljarah. I am very grateful to be a student at Kinyago Dandora Schools. My favorite subjects are Biology, Agriculture, and Chemistry. I also enjoy playing handball and reading in class.

Thank you for taking the time to learn about my story and for considering walking alongside me in my journey.

I am honest, hardworking, prayerful, and friendly. I am committed to my studies and doing everything I can to achieve my goals.

I have one brother, Abraham, who is 7 years old. Sadly, he suffers from a mental illness and is not able to attend school.

Unfortunately, my parents separated and my father does not support our family. My brother, my mother, and I currently live at my grandparents’ house together with my aunts—Loward, Jerusa, and Eba—and my uncles—Pilgrim, Elly, and Gopland. All of us share the same home. My mother is unable to work consistently because she has to care for my brother. When she can find time, she moves around selling ice to earn a small income. My grandfather sells herbs while my grandmother sells peanuts to help support the household. However, the income they earn is very limited and not enough to meet the needs of everyone in the family.

When I grow up, I want to become a neurosurgeon. I am working hard in school so that one day I can achieve this dream and help people who are suffering from illnesses.I remain very grateful to God for the opportunity to study at Kinyago Dandora Schools. Thank you for believing in me and for coming into my life."

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.”