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Six departments. A rigorous KCSE curriculum. And a culture that drives students to Strive to Excel — producing nearly half of all university entrants from the North Eastern region.

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6 Departments

Sciences, Maths, Languages, Humanities, Technical & ICT

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KCSE Curriculum

Kenya National Examinations — Form 1 to Form 4

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C+ Mean Score

KCSE mean risen from D+ to C+

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ICT Hub

Government-supported digital lab

Academic Departments

Our Departments

Each department is staffed by qualified teachers dedicated to preparing students for KCSE and beyond.

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Sciences

Prepares students for careers in medicine, engineering, and research with well-equipped science labs.

BiologyChemistryPhysics

Mathematics

A compulsory gateway to the sciences and technology, with targeted remedial and competition support.

Pure MathematicsApplied Mathematics
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Languages

Strong written and spoken communication underpins success across every subject.

EnglishKiswahiliLiteratureArabic
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Humanities

Cultivates critical thinking about society, governance, and faith. IRE is a core strength.

History & GovtGeographyIRECRE
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Technical & Applied

Practical, hands-on subjects connecting classroom learning to the real economy.

Business StudiesAgricultureHome ScienceArt & Design
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ICT & Computer Studies

Powered by a government-supported ICT Hub, giving students hands-on digital literacy.

Computer StudiesDigital LiteracyICT Hub Access
Curriculum Pathways

Subject Combinations

Students select a subject combination from Form 3 that aligns with their university and career ambitions.

🔬 Sciences Pathway

For medicine, engineering, and natural sciences.

  • Mathematics (Compulsory)
  • English (Compulsory)
  • Kiswahili (Compulsory)
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • IRE / History & Govt

🌍 Humanities Pathway

For law, social sciences, education, and public service.

  • Mathematics (Compulsory)
  • English (Compulsory)
  • Kiswahili (Compulsory)
  • History & Government
  • Geography
  • IRE
  • Business Studies

🔧 Technical Pathway

For business, technology, agriculture, and vocational careers.

  • Mathematics (Compulsory)
  • English (Compulsory)
  • Kiswahili (Compulsory)
  • Business Studies
  • Computer Studies
  • Agriculture
  • Chemistry / Biology
Results

KCSE Performance

Wajir High School is the academic anchor of North Eastern Kenya — producing nearly half of the region's university entrants every year.

Grade Distribution (Indicative)

A 8%
A− 12%
B+ 18%
B 22%
B− 20%
C+ 14%
C 6%

* Indicative distribution. Official results published by KNEC.

Mean Score: D+ → C+

A remarkable turnaround under Principal Adan Kassim Farah — consistent year-on-year improvement.

~50% of Regional University Entrants

Wajir High produces nearly half of all students entering university from North Eastern Kenya annually.

National School Status

One of Kenya's national schools — drawing students from across the country for its quality provision.

ICT Hub Impact

Government-funded digital infrastructure has directly enhanced student performance in Computer Studies and beyond.

Academic Leadership

Dean of Studies

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Dean of Studies

Academic Affairs — Wajir High School

The Dean of Studies oversees curriculum delivery, examination preparation, and teacher performance across all six departments — coordinating remedial programmes, internal assessments, and the school's annual KCSE strategy so every student has the structure and support needed to Strive to Excel.