Empowering the Community:

The Growth of Neohumanist Education in Nairobi

By Ac Siddheshvarananda Avt

The journey of Neohumanist education in Nairobi reached a pivotal milestone between 1989 and 1995. During this period, the Ananda Marga Academy successfully secured permanent land in Kangemi, a feat made possible through the critical assistance and dedication of Dada Sarvananda. By 1995, the school completed its transition to this permanent campus, establishing a stable foundation for decades of service to the community.

Today, the institution has expanded significantly, serving a total population of 863 students across two key locations. The Main Kangemi Campus provides a comprehensive academic track, hosting 208 primary students, 105 in Junior Secondary, and 135 in Senior Secondary. Meanwhile, the Kawangware Branch has become a vital educational pillar, supporting 415 students across its Primary and Junior Secondary levels.

The school’s legacy is deeply rooted in the selfless administration of the late Ac. Diiptimayananda Avt. Under his guidance, the school went beyond standard academics to provide essential social support, offering free meals to all students and teachers. Recognizing the diverse needs of the learners, he also implemented free extra classes, ensuring that every child had the opportunity to keep pace with their studies regardless of their starting point.

While the school may not boast high-standard luxury facilities, it remains a champion of quality education accessibility. By keeping costs manageable for middle and low-income parents, the institution ensures that a holistic, value-based education is not a privilege of the few. This commitment to equity is further solidified by the fact that more than 20% of the school population currently receives a Grace Scholarship, ensuring that the vision of Neohumanism continues to uplift the youth of Nairobi. Under the current leadership of Ac. Siddheshvarananda Avadhuta, and Ac Karmayogananda Avadhuta, the school pledges to improve and expand the facilities for better education interwoven with core universal values of Neohumanism to the educators and learners equally.