My Story

"Hi! My name is Emmanuel. I love drawing and colouring. My best friend is called Samuel, and we enjoy playing on the slides together at school. My favorite meal is pilau, which I enjoy eating at school.

When I grow up, I want to become a teacher.Thank you for considering walking alongside me and being part of my journey."

Emmanuel is polite, cheerful, and bright. He enjoys learning English and actively participates in class.

Emmanuel has one brother, Kennedy (14 years old). Sadly, his father passed away a few years ago.

He now lives with his brother and mother in a small one-room house in Dandora Phase IV. Emmanuel’s mother is the sole breadwinner for the family. She does not have a stable job and depends on washing clothes for other people to earn a living and support her children. The income she earns is limited and unreliable, and at times it is not enough to meet basic needs such as rent and food.

Emmanuel’s mother is very grateful for the opportunity her son has to attend Kinyago Dandora Schools. She is happy that Emmanuel can now dream big and work toward 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.”