Academics
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.
6 Departments
Sciences, Maths, Languages, Humanities, Technical & ICT
KCSE Curriculum
Kenya National Examinations — Form 1 to Form 4
C+ Mean Score
KCSE mean risen from D+ to C+
ICT Hub
Government-supported digital lab
Our Departments
Each department is staffed by qualified teachers dedicated to preparing students for KCSE and beyond.
Sciences
Prepares students for careers in medicine, engineering, and research with well-equipped science labs.
Mathematics
A compulsory gateway to the sciences and technology, with targeted remedial and competition support.
Languages
Strong written and spoken communication underpins success across every subject.
Humanities
Cultivates critical thinking about society, governance, and faith. IRE is a core strength.
Technical & Applied
Practical, hands-on subjects connecting classroom learning to the real economy.
ICT & Computer Studies
Powered by a government-supported ICT Hub, giving students hands-on digital literacy.
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
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)
* 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.
Dean of Studies
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.