Makueni Boys' top Student Brian Nyamasyo who Scored A plain of 81 Points. Photo by Andrew Mbuva. 
By Andrew Mbuva.
Makueni Boys’ High School top candidate Brian Nyamasyo has attributed his stellar KCSE performance—a straight A (plain) with 81 points—to discipline, early preparation, strategic revision, and strong institutional support.
Brian Nyamasyo emerged as the top student at Makueni Boys’ High School after posting an exceptional A (plain) in the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations. His achievement, he says, was not accidental but the result of years of consistency, sacrifice, and a clear study strategy.
At the core of his success was the use of summary notes. Nyamasyo revealed that once he became serious with his studies, he condensed all his notes from Form One to Form Four for every subject. He compiled them into one large notebook, summarizing every topic across the syllabus.
“I mainly relied on summary notes. I studied these notes regularly and especially on the day of the examination,” he said, noting that the approach helped him revise efficiently and retain key concepts.
Discipline and time management also played a critical role. Unlike many students, Nyamasyo designed and followed a personal timetable that differed from the regular school timetable. He adhered to it strictly, ensuring every subject received adequate attention. He also emphasized the importance of concentration during lessons.
“When I concentrated fully in class, private study became easier because I could understand content faster,” he explained.
Nyamasyo also credited the school administration for creating a conducive environment for candidates. He singled out the principal’s support, saying candidates were granted exclusive library hours away from the rest of the school population.
“We were given special time to study in the library, and we were even provided with coffee so that we could wake up early and study without feeling sleepy or cold,” he said.
His disciplined approach to studies was instilled early. As far back as Form One, Nyamasyo had already adopted the habit of working with a personal timetable, thanks to guidance from a mentor who helped shape his academic mindset and motivated him consistently.
“Getting this grade did not come as a surprise to me. I was only waiting for an A,” he said confidently.
Looking ahead, Nyamasyo aspires to pursue Medicine and Surgery at the University of Nairobi, Kenyatta University, or Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, with a long-term goal of specializing as a neurosurgeon.
To students still in school, his advice is simple but firm: work hard, prepare early, and avoid last-minute rushes.
“Do not wait until Term Three to start reading. Where you don’t understand, ask your teachers in good time, and always put God first,” he advised.
Nyamasyo’s performance capped a strong showing by Makueni Boys’ High School. The institution recorded one A (plain), 13 A–, 67 B+, 119 B (plain), 144 B–, and 73 C+. Out of 446 candidates, 417 attained C+ and above, translating to a 93.4 per cent university qualification rate. The school posted an impressive mean grade of 8.34.
As celebrations continue at the school, Brian Nyamasyo’s story stands out as a testament to discipline, mentorship, and early preparation—proving that academic excellence is built over time, not overnight.
