Oshwal Community & OERB
Oshwal Education & Relief Board
It was the middle of the 2nd World War, when leaders of the Oshwal Community, mainly in Nairobi and Mombasa, thought of establishing a central board which would unite Oshwals throughout Kenya. They looked towards Nairobi to form a body which would enhance the unity of Oshwals in East Africa.
After informal discussions amongst leaders of Shree Visa Oshwal Halari Mahajan Mandal in Nairobi, an initiative was taken and a conference was organized. Invitations were sent to various elected representatives in the major towns of Kenya to attend the conference which was planned during the Easter Holidays at the Jainshala Hall Nairobi.
21 Oshwals from 10 different centres got together to discuss and chart out the future of Oshwals in East Africa. The Chairman of the Nairobi Visa Oshwal Community, Shree Popatlal Karman Malde, chaired the conference. The Chairman’s speech drew loud applause. The day was Friday 11th April 1941 and these courageous Oshwals who had tremendous foresight and vision dared to dream. This dream materialised in the formation of the Oshwal Education & Relief Board (OERB).
The first President of the OERB was the man who played a vital role in its establishment and commanded a great deal of respect amongst Oshwals. He was none other than Shree Popatlal Karman Malde and he had a very able Secretary in Shree Raichand Karamshi Shah.
Established in 1950,
Oshwal Academy Nairobi - Nursery
Established in 1950, previously known as Visa Oshwal Nursery School, Oshwal Academy Nairobi -Nursery is located in parklands on the Wambugu Road. The school has a diverse population incorporating many different cultures, religions and languages. The differences enrich the community and the leaning that takes place here. The school provides a caring and structured environment where children’s enthusiasm is fostered. We recognize that children have individual needs and talents and that each child can achieve and should have the opportunity to celebrate his/her achievements.
Oshwal Jain Primary, established in 1978
Oshwal Academy Nairobi - Primary
Oshwal Academy Nairobi, Primary Campus previously Oshwal Jain Primary School was established in May, 1978 as a school of high vision by the Oshwal Education & Relief Board. Over the years it has grown in size and strength to live up to the expectation of its founder members. The school provides a broad based education that will enable students to achieve their academic, personal and social potential within a stimulating and caring environment.
established in 1963
Oshwal Academy Nairobi - Junior High
The school was established in 1963 as Oshwal Boys Secondary School, before it became known as Oshwal High School and now known as Oshwal Academy Nairobi -Junior High from September 2006. Situated on 1st Avenue Parklands, the school offers the IGCSE curriculum from Year 7 to Year 11 to both Boys and Girls of various Culture and Nationalities. Our excellence and innovation in delivering quality and distinctive education matches the imposing buildings and impressive facilities.
Established in 1959
Oshwal Academy Nairobi - Senior High
Established in 1959 as a community school and previously known as Visa Oshwal Girls’ School, subsequently as Visa Oshwal Secondary School and currently known as Oshwal Academy Nairobi -Senior High, the school has developed into a renowned centre of excellence. Today the school boasts of being the largest purely A Level school in Kenya offering a wide variety of subjects in a friendly and conducive surroundings to create a challenging atmosphere for today’s comprehensive and competitive learning.
