# Dorrigo High School

Dorrigo High School is a NSW government secondary school in Dorrigo, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 118 (2025)
- **Address**: Waterfall Way, Dorrigo NSW 2453
- **Phone**: (02) 6657 2001
- **Website**: https://dorrigo-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: dorrigo-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 49671
- **Established**: 1968-01-01

## About

Dorrigo High School is located in the picturesque rural town of Dorrigo, on the eastern edge of the New England plateau. The school is an integral part of the community, serving students from the township and surrounding farmlands and small villages such as Dundurrabin, Hernani, and Ebor. Dorrigo High School has built a proud reputation for high achievement across academic and extracurricular domains, with many students excelling in external examinations, national competitions, public speaking, debating, drama, music, and art, as well as demonstrating notable success in various sports.

The school benefits from its smaller class sizes, particularly in the senior years, which fosters closer relationships between teachers and students. This environment allows for tailored teaching strategies that cater to individual learning needs. The Stage 6 compressed curriculum provides an innovative educational structure, enhancing students' course options and pathways to achieving their Higher School Certificate (HSC).

Dorrigo High School is committed to embracing 21st Century learning through professional development for its staff and ensuring technology resources are available to enrich classroom experiences. The foundation of the school's welfare system is built on mutual respect, a clear communication structure, and a commitment to developing strong links with parents and the broader community.

The school's strategic plan focuses on enhancing educational excellence through expert teaching and a culture of open communication. Dorrigo High School prides itself on being inclusive and non-selective, ensuring every student receives quality education and support to reach their full potential.

## Mission

- A safe, respectful and caring place to learn.
- We prioritise student wellbeing through quality teaching, personalised support and a school environment where every student feels safe, included and ready to learn.
- Dorrigo High School students excel in learning and in life.
- We know every student is unique, and tailor learning to individual strengths.
- We partner with local families and organisations to enrich learning and extend wellbeing support beyond the classroom.

Motto: "Per Montes ad Lucem — Through the Mountains to the Light"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 118 |
| 2024 | 109 |
| 2023 | 110 |
| 2022 | 113 |
| 2021 | 108 |
| 2020 | 127 |
| 2019 | 137 |
| 2018 | 132 |
| 2017 | 155 |
| 2016 | 168 |
| 2015 | 173 |
| 2014 | 165 |
| 2013 | 183 |
| 2012 | 176 |
| 2011 | 201 |
| 2010 | 217 |
| 2009 | 194 |
| 2008 | 208 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/49671-dorrigo-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.