# Dapto High School

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

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 988 (2025)
- **Address**: Cleveland Rd, Dapto NSW 2530
- **Phone**: (02) 4261 1416
- **Website**: https://dapto-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: dapto-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 50035
- **Established**: 1958-01-01

## About

Dapto High School is a proudly comprehensive institution situated within the scenic landscapes of Mullet Creek, covering an expansive 15 hectares that includes extensive farms and playing fields. The school embraces a holistic mantra of 'Inspire, explore, create,' developed to foster a culture of innovation and inquiry among its students. Dapto High is dedicated to sustainable practices and addresses climate change through integrated educational initiatives. The school actively promotes student wellbeing, striving to support students in reaching their full potential, both academically and as responsible citizens.

## Curriculum and Programs
The curriculum at Dapto High School is diverse and inclusive, offering a wide range of subjects along with vocational courses designed to prepare students for future careers. The emphasis on digital learning is evident, with ongoing professional development for staff to enhance teaching practices. Moreover, the school fosters a strong tradition in sports and cultural activities, encouraging parental and community involvement.

## Community Engagement and Values
The school is a key player in the Dapto Learning Community, collaborating with two high schools and five primary schools to enhance educational outcomes for all students. Dapto High promotes a whole-school approach to learning, with a focus on engaging with Asia and supporting students with autism. Student leadership and voice are integral to the school's ethos, embodied in projects like 'Nurturing Democracy' which encourages active citizenship among students.

## Mission

> We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Inspire, explore, create"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 988 |
| 2024 | 979 |
| 2023 | 957 |
| 2022 | 972 |
| 2021 | 969 |
| 2020 | 964 |
| 2019 | 916 |
| 2018 | 917 |
| 2017 | 907 |
| 2016 | 913 |
| 2015 | 963 |
| 2014 | 964 |
| 2013 | 960 |
| 2012 | 953 |
| 2011 | 985 |
| 2010 | 972 |
| 2009 | 928 |
| 2008 | 919 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/50035-dapto-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.