"Pretty much every visitor is shocked by how secluded we are in the bush. All of a sudden, these incredible buildings appear, with bright colors and modern design. Kids playing, surrounded by lush trees and the sound of birds. No traffic or noise. People are just blown away. And with reason. It´s a magical place."

— Lindsay Sanner, Founder

The School | The Students | Education in Kenya | The Area | The People

A unique school in rural Kenya

Discover Eco Moyo - a private primary school nestled in the serene Dzunguni village of rural Kenya - two hours north of Mombasa.

As an independent grassroots project since 2013, we've thrived through individuals’ endless support and amazing collaborations with artists, other organisations and volunteers - all without government funding.

While a green school at heart, Eco Moyo has evolved into a hub for various collaborative projects in architecture, engineering, agriculture and art.

Nutritious breakfast and lunch

A safe and caring environment

All school material needed

Uniforms and Personal Effects Kits

What we provide each student

Extra curricular clubs

Our Objectives

Provide nutritious meals for students and staff members.

Encourage a passion for environmental awareness and learning.

matron preparing organic food from the school garden

Maintain manageable class sizes. (max 30 students per teacher)

Assist every student to realize their potential and achieving self-mastery

Engage the learners in creative work and encourage development of practical skills.

kids learning on tablets in eco moyo leap learning lab

Equip every student with ICT-skills

Inspire our students to become independent thinkers and responsible team players.

Our Students

The majority of our students belong to the Giriama tribe.

Dzunguni village is extremely poor and most of the students live in mud houses without electricity or running water.

In order to attend our school, our students must live within the geographical boundary of Dzunguni village.

As of 2022, 200 students from Dzunguni village receive free education from Eco Moyo.

Our School

They start in Pre Primary 1 (PP1) with us when they are about 4-5 years old and graduate from class 6 and move on to Junior Secondary School.

On average our classes have 25 students per teacher. Whilst in most public schools there are 80-120 students per class.

We are registered with The Ministry of Education and all teachers are certified by national standards and we follow the national curriculum.

Education In Kenya

The Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) system is designed to equip learners with a diverse range of skills that align with global demands. They begin with two years of pre-primary education, followed by six years of primary school. The primary school is divided into lower and upper tiers. Subsequently, students progress to junior- and senior secondary school, tailoring their education to their competencies and natural abilities. Finally, students can opt for three years of university or other tertiary education.

Notably, students in senior secondary school will be categorized into three tracks based on their innate talents and competencies: Creative Arts and Sports, Social Sciences, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).

The Country

Kenya is a presidential representative democratic republic with Nairobi as its capital. The current president is William Ruto. The official language of Kenya is Kiswahili. Kenya has a warm and humid tropical climate on its Indian Ocean coastline. The country has 42 tribes, each contributing to the country’s diverse and rich culture and heritage. However, tribalism is the root of many conflicts in the country.

The tourism industry is Kenya’s largest foreign exchange earner. The sector is characterized by a variety of tourist attractions including wildlife safaris, beach tourism, cultural tourism, and sports tourism. Kenya’s wildlife is one of the most popular attractions for tourists. The country has over 50 national parks and game reserves.

The economy of Kenya is the largest by GDP in East and Central Africa.

The Coast

The coast of Kenya is part of Africa’s Swahili coastline, with its tropical climate and melting pot of cultures. The coast is indented by mangrove-lined creeks and shaded by coconut palms, blending the colors of the tropics with the sparkling blue Indian Ocean.

The Kenyan coast feels like a different world from the savannahs of safari country. The two most spectacular areas are enclosed in marine national parks, around Watamu and Malindi, and at the island of Wasini. The string of islands that runs up the coast – Wasini, Funzi, Chale, Lamu, Manda, Pate and Kiwaiyu – are all very much worth visiting.

The economy of Kenya is the largest by GDP in East and Central Africa. However, despite the many opportunities, coastal Kenya is the least developed region of the country with more than 62% living below the poverty line, and most relying on the coastal and marine ecosystem for employment, livelihood and nutrition. Over the years, dwindling fish stocks in the nearshore waters and the recent slump in Kenya’s tourism due to insecurity, are resulting in additional coastal populations being pushed into poverty.

Ngerenya

Ngerenya is the home to the charming village of Dzunguni and Eco Moyo, located about a 45-minute drive northwest of Kilifi town. Life here presents its own unique set of circumstances—most residents dwell in mud houses without access to modern amenities like water and electricity. In this community, women play a crucial role in fetching water, managing household chores, and preparing meals, while men primarily seek occasional employment in construction, farming, or even local quarries near the town. While the overall economic situation is challenging, the people of Dzunguni warmly extend their help to visitors, always wearing smiles that reflect their resilient spirits.