GAPS is seventh day Adventist primary school both boarding and day we offer the quality education and spiritual nourishment for our pupils. our school fees is affordable. We have trained teachers for pre-school and primary school. We also offer the junior secondary school program.
Gendia Adventist Comprehensive School
The Story of Seventh-day Adventist Schools
Across the globe, the Seventh-day Adventist Church has built a vast and respected network of schools that blend academic excellence with Christian values. These institutions, from kindergartens to universities, form the second-largest Christian education system in the world, operating in over 100 countries.
Founded on the principle that true education develops the spiritual, mental, physical, and social faculties, Adventist schools emphasize not just passing exams but nurturing godly character and practical life skills. The core belief is drawn from Luke 2:52 — that like Jesus, every child should “grow in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.”
Classrooms in Adventist schools are places of both scholarly rigor and spiritual nurture. Morning devotions, weekly chapels, Pathfinder programs, and Bible-based curricula shape a unique learning environment where students not only learn science and math but also how to pray, lead, and serve. Teachers are more than educators; they are mentors, counselors, and role models in faith.
In Kenya, the Adventist education system is a cornerstone of the church’s mission. Schools like Kamagambo, Baraton, Karura, Kibabii, and Maxwell have produced thousands of leaders in education, health, ministry, and government. These schools are not just preparing students for careers — they are preparing them for heaven.
Gendia Adventist Academy Primary School: A Beacon on the Hill
Nestled near the serene shores of Lake Victoria, in the historical heartland of Adventism in Kenya, lies Gendia Adventist Academy Primary School. This humble but impactful institution is located within the grounds of Gendia Mission — the cradle of Adventism in Kenya, where the gospel first arrived in 1906 through missionaries like Arthur Carscallen.
Gendia Adventist Academy is more than just a school; it is a heritage site, a symbol of faith in action, and a spiritual incubator for hundreds of young minds. Operated under the Kenya Lake Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, the school offers CBC-aligned education rooted in Christian values and holistic development.
With a dedicated team of teachers and staff, the school has earned a reputation for:
- Strong performance in academics and national assessments.
- Excellent discipline and spiritual atmosphere.
- Safe, well-organized boarding facilities.
- Active involvement in music, athletics, and spiritual programs like Children’s Ministries, Adventurer Clubs, and Sabbath School activities.
Every morning begins with prayer and devotion, and the school calendar integrates spiritual emphasis weeks, Pathfinder camps, and regular Sabbath worship. The motto could well be: “Educating for Today, Preparing for Eternity.”
As Gendia continues to grow, it remains a powerful light for the community — shaping children to be leaders in society and disciples for Christ.