Situated in a beautiful rural setting with extensive grounds, Dapto High School aims to encourage all students to “strive for higher things”. The success of this approach is reflected in improving trend in academic outcomes and the implementation of an effective and well-developed welfare program. Digital learning is central to learning and teaching.
Facilities: Sporting fields, library, multipurpose hall, extensive computing facilities, Year 12 Common Room, complete fitness centre, drama theatre, school hall, school farm, uniform shop and canteen.
Electives Years 7 to 10: Computing, Drama, Food Technology, Metal Technology, Sport Science, Tech Drawing, Visual Arts, Wood Technology, Child Care, Commerce, Music.
Electives Years 11 and 12: A full range of English and Mathematics, Food Technology, Design & Technology courses, Biology, Business Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Science, History, Legal Studies, Visual Arts, Community and Family Studies, Photography, Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation (SLR), Economics, Information Processes, Music, PD/Health/PE, Drama, Exploring Early Childhood, Society and Culture, Industrial Technology, Metals and Engineering, and Primary Industries. Our homework centre operates two afternoons per week. Vocational courses include Furnishings, Hospitality, Business Services, Information Technology and 40 plus TVET options.
Sport: A huge range of competitive sports. The school has had Australian representatives in rugby league, soccer, canoeing, tennis, bobsled, softball, netball and touch football.
Extracurricular activities: Debating, public speaking, drama, chess, creative arts, school musicals.
Welfare and personal development: The school has a very active SRC that reinforces the successful peer support program. A merit system for rewarding achievement exists and the emphasis is on self-discipline. A Senior Student Mentor is employed two days/week. Parental involvement is actively encouraged.