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Windhoek High School
Windhoek High School abbreviated and commonly referred as WHS it’s a high school within Windhoek, Namibia. It was previously whit school only, but after independence in 1990, it became a school to all.

Brief History

Windhoek High School on February 5th 1917 made history as South West Africa’s first secondary school, this was the day WHS opened its door to its society. The school first Principal was Mr. WJG Anderson, who started the school with seven grade nine students. In 1938 the infrastructure of the school and small was completed. As years advanced, so did the reputation and success of WHS advanced within the year 1991 for the first time more than 1100 Learners were registered at Windhoek High. The Growth of the school became huge that in 1974 new School Hall and Laboratories were inaugurated. Today WHS is conceded amongst one of the few school who still use their original school badge, and school colors. WHS has become a home to many successful learners.

Academic Records
The Ministry Of Education acknowledge WHS as the top mathematics school in the country. 80% of Namibians who attend South Africa Universities matriculate at WHS, and 80% of matriculates enter tertiary institutions.

School Anthem
The school anthem was composed in 1952

Over Hills of our country Rings the echo of our fame And the motto “Virtus Floreat” Sets every heart aflame From the Orange to Kunene From the desert to the sea Alma Mater we bring homage To none as dear as thee.