School Profile

NSW GOVERNMENT SCHOOL SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

Dapto High School

Dapto High School is a comprehensive, co-educational high school with high expectations for academic success in all students, nurturing a school culture based on learning, safety and respect. The school offers a traditional curriculum and has developed an excellent vocational courses to meet student needs. Sporting opportunities are a strong tradition and cultural activities are highly valued in the school community.

3 Reasons To Choose This School

Traditional Australian culture
Semi-rural environment
Professional supportive and nurturing staff

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English as a second language

Learning support teaching team
Specialised facilities for individualised support
ESL courses taught through English
Team teaching in junior curriculum areas

Student support services

Dedicated student welfare team
Learning support team
Student Representative Council
Student Buddy program
Homework centre

Special programs

Dance ensemble/drama club
Debating/public speaking club
After school homework club
Music programs (ensembles/ bands/choir)
A large range of sports offered

Special facilities

Drama studio or theatrette
Modern library
Large sporting grounds/playing fields
Commercial kitchens for hospitality students
Student-run café

Languages taught

Italian
French

School achievements

Dapto High school encourages high expectations for academic success in all students from Year 7 to Year 12. Over 40% of students of Year 12 students who apply are offered early entry into university.

Local area features

Dapto High school is located in the city of Wollongong, a coastal area surrounded by beaches, mountains and rainforest. Dapto is a secluded semi-rural environment, 90 minutes by rail from Sydney with facilities including a shopping mall, medical centres, restaurants, gyms and a public library.