History of DPS

D.P.S. (Detlof Preparatory School) was formally established in March 2010 in Elmina, Ghana. Its origins trace back to the visionary efforts of Mr. Anthony Nana Kwasi Prah, a dedicated public servant and compassionate advocate for childcare.

The inception of the school arose from Mr. Prah’s personal need to secure quality care for his infant daughter, who was one and a half years old at the time. As a busy professional, Mr. Prah sought assistance and enlisted a caregiver named Auntie Naana. Recognizing the broader challenges faced by working parents, he welcomed two additional children into his household, whose families similarly sought reliable childcare.

Driven by his profound commitment to children’s welfare, Mr. Prah transformed this informal arrangement into a structured initiative named “Detlof.” This endeavor aimed to alleviate the dual burdens of employment and childcare faced by parents in the community. With unwavering determination, Mr. Prah, a farsighted gentleman, dedicated himself to realizing this vision, laying the foundation for what would become a distinguished educational institution. Thus, D.P.S. emerged as a testament to Mr. Prah’s innovative spirit and his resolve to support families through accessible, nurturing education. Today, the school stands as a pillar of excellence, upholding its founder’s legacy of compassion and community service.