Koinonia Education Centre is a school dedicated to providing a comprehensive and holistic education for the children in Kenya, Maai Mahiu and its surroundings. Our journey began in the Kibagare slums, west of Nairobi in 2003. In this overcrowded area and similarly in many rural towns of Kenya, devoid of basic amenities, children face harsh realities like crime, abuse, and a lack of educational opportunities. Founded in 2003 as a kindergarten for underprivileged children in Kibagare, Koinonia Education Centre grew alongside its students, becoming what it is today. To accommodate the increasing demand for space and classrooms, we relocated to Maai Mahiu in 2020, continuing our mission to serv... read more Koinonia Education Centre is a school dedicated to providing a comprehensive and holistic education for the children in Kenya, Maai Mahiu and its surroundings. Our journey began in the Kibagare slums, west of Nairobi in 2003. In this overcrowded area and similarly in many rural towns of Kenya, devoid of basic amenities, children face harsh realities like crime, abuse, and a lack of educational opportunities. Founded in 2003 as a kindergarten for underprivileged children in Kibagare, Koinonia Education Centre grew alongside its students, becoming what it is today. To accommodate the increasing demand for space and classrooms, we relocated to Maai Mahiu in 2020, continuing our mission to serve the community's children.
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By Kohei SATO | Public Relations Team
Currently in Koinonia: 10% of students pay full tuition. 7% are children of staff members. 83% require sponsorship support. For sponsored students, they pay approximately 10% of their school fee,... Read the full report ›By Sachiyo Ouchi | Public Relation Team
The 2026 academic year has begun with 156 students, ranging from kindergarten to high school, learning and growing together at Koinonia. The school serves families from a wide range of... Read the full report ›By Kohei Sato | Public Relations Team
A New Year at Koinonia – 2026 The year 2026 has begun, and 156 students—from kindergarten to high school—are now learning and growing at Koinonia. Sixteen percent of our students are... Read the full report ›