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Olerai Schools

Olerai Schools is a Kenyan education institution providing holistic, faith-based learning across its Ongata Rongai and Kiserian campuses.

Founded by Elizabeth and Simon Pertet in the 1980s, Olerai began with a vision to provide quality education to a growing community with limited schooling options. Today, it has grown into a multi-campus institution serving more than 1,500 learners, preparing the next generation through academic excellence, character formation, and values-based education.

Location: Ongata Rongai & Kiserian, Kenya
Industry: Education
Kua Ventures Investment: KES 20 Million
Investment Focus: School Infrastructure, Learning Facilities, Sports Facilities & Capacity Expansion

Building Capacity for Growth

In 2024, Kua Ventures invested KES 20 million to support the development of a modern astroturf field and athletics track at the Ongata Rongai campus, strengthening both learning and student development.

As enrollment continued to increase, the investment also laid the foundation for future expansion. A follow-on investment is supporting additional classrooms, laboratories, common spaces, and multi-purpose facilities to ensure the school continues meeting the growing demand for quality education.

By investing in infrastructure today, Olerai is building the capacity to educate and develop thousands more learners in the years ahead.

Growth in Numbers

  • 1,500+ learners across two campuses.
  • 300+ new students enrolled following campus expansion.
  • Employment projected to grow from nearly 200 to 280+ staff.
  • Learning capacity expanding through new classrooms, laboratories, and sports facilities.

 

These outcomes demonstrate how patient capital can help education institutions expand access to quality learning while creating employment and strengthening communities.

Why This Business Matters

Education creates impact that extends far beyond the classroom.

Every learner represents a future leader, professional, entrepreneur, or changemaker. As Olerai grows, so does its contribution to employment, community development, and opportunities for families seeking quality, values-based education.

For Kua Ventures, Olerai Schools represents the kind of institution we seek to support: mission-driven, financially disciplined, and committed to developing people while building long-term community impact.

Founder Perspective

“We started because there was a need for quality education in our community. Over the years, Olerai has grown, but the heart remains the same: to nurture children with excellence, character, and faith.”

Simon Pertet
Founder

Employee Perspective

“Every investment we make is ultimately an investment in our students. Our goal is to continue building an institution that prepares young people to lead with excellence, integrity, and purpose.”

Charles
Head of Institution

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