Sirisia

Leadership
Academy

A charitably funded high school where academically gifted students can thrive

CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION

SOFT-OPENING: JUNE 2026

SESSION STARTS: JANUARY 2027

Sirisia Leadership
Academy

A charitably funded high school where academically gifted students can thrive

CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION

SOFT-OPENING: JUNE 2026

SESSION STARTS: JANUARY 2027

ABOUT

Our Mission

The Sirisia Leadership Academy will enable academically gifted Kenyan children in the region of Sirisia to achieve their full potential and to become ethical leaders on the global stage.

Our Vision

SLA will provide economically disadvantaged students in the Sirisia community with a fully funded boarding education that combines rigorous academics, leadership development, and hands-on research in agriculture and the environment. Through international partnerships and cultural exchanges, SLA willprepare students for scholarships at top Kenyan, American, and European universities.

SLA will provide economically disadvantaged students in the Sirisia community with a fully funded boarding education that combines rigorous academics, leadership development, and hands-on research in agriculture and the environment. Through international partnerships and cultural exchanges, SLA will prepare students for scholarships at top Kenyan, American, and European universities.

Our Core Values

Integrity

Do what is right, even when it’s hard

Curiosity

Pursue new ideas and ask bold questions

Humility

Be thankful for opportunities and aware of limitations

Compassion

Empathize with and care for those around us

Service

Lead by example and commit time to support the school and the community

Diversity

Respect all people and cultures; SLA is strictly non-political and non-denominational

Excellence

Set high expectations for ourselves and celebrate the achievements of others

Courage

Face challenges with boldness and confidence

Objectives

SLA will realize its mission by completing these steps:

Build a modern secondary-and-post-secondary campus 3 km northeast of Sirisia.

Recruit and develop outstanding school leadership and faculty.

Develop a curriculum integrating STEM, writing, and leadership training.

Establish an accredited boarding school in Sirisia, Kenya.

3 years of Senior Secondary School + 1 year of Post-Secondary School
Targeted total enrollment of 95-100 girls and 95-100 boys
Emphasis on scientific research and the development of writing skills
Zero cost to students (tuition, books, uniforms, and fees covered)

Identify academically gifted students from underprivileged families.

Align academic outcomes with Kenyan standards and global university prerequisites.

Facilitate faculty and student exchanges with Kenyan, American, and European universities.

Imbue students with strong, ethical character and leadership abilities. A significant commitment to school and community service is expected of all students.

Establish an ongoing agricultural and botanical research program in partnership with leading international universities.

Host on-campus research projects to advance sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship to improve the health and well-being of the entire Sirisia community.

Assist students to obtain scholarships to highly selective Kenyan, US and European universities.

FACILITIES

Main Building

Staff Housing

Main Building

Master Plan

Main Building

Entrance

Main Building

Administrative Building

Main Building

Resource Centre

Main Building

Multi-purpose Hall

Staff Housing

Main Building

Laboratory

Main Building

SLA Project Team

Ongoing Construction

Ongoing Construction

Ongoing Construction

Ongoing Construction

Ongoing Construction

Ongoing Construction

Master Plan
Entrance
Administrative Building
Resource Centre
Multipurpose Hall
Staff Housing
Laboratory
SLA Project Team
Ongoing Construction
Ongoing Construction
Ongoing Construction

CAREER

Join our
team to make
a difference

School Principal

An experienced, visionary, and passionate educator to serve as the founding Principal of Sirisia Leadership Academy

Seeiking an experienced, visionary, and passionate educator to serve as the founding Principal of Sirisia Leadership Academy

Advanced Degree • 6+ Years Experience

Advanced Degree • 10+ Years Experience

High School Teachers

Seeking exceptional educators with a record of excellence—both in their own academic careers and in guiding students to outstanding performance

Bachelor's/Master's Degree • 4+ Years Experience

Registered Nurse & Student Wellness Coordinator

Seeking an exceptional, compassionate, and highly skilled Registered Nurse who will embrace a multifaceted role

Licensed Nurse • 4+ Years Experience

Funding

The establishment of the non-profit Sirisia Leadership Academy Trust, the construction of the school, and its ongoing operations are fully sponsored by a charitable fund established by Tripp Amdur in partnership with the East African Children’s Fund. Tripp was an American Peace Corps volunteer who taught at Sirisia Secondary School (St. Anthony’s) in 1984-85. He was touched by the kindness of the people of Sirisia and developed an enduring bond with the community. Having recently retired from an international career in healthcare, Tripp envisions the Sirisia Leadership Academy as a way to give back to the community which welcomed him so warmly 40 years ago.