# Dulwich High School of Visual Arts and Design

Dulwich High School of Visual Arts and Design is a NSW government secondary school in Dulwich Hill, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 804 (2025)
- **Address**: Seaview St, Dulwich Hill NSW 2203
- **Phone**: (02) 9560 7299
- **Website**: https://dulwich-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: dulwich-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 56198
- **Established**: 1965-01-01

## About

Dulwich High School of Visual Arts and Design is the first visual arts and design specialist school in New South Wales, providing education for students from Years 7 to 12. The school offers a comprehensive education program along with a specialised visual arts and design selective stream for those interested in pursuing these fields. With access to specialist facilities and partnerships with prominent institutions like the National Art School, the College of Fine Arts at NSW University, and the Sydney College of Fine Arts, students benefit from a rich learning environment that encourages creativity and academic achievement.

The school’s vision is to cultivate a culture of innovation while empowering students to become autonomous and resilient lifelong learners. Dulwich High School employs a strategic plan focused on enhancing teaching practices, fostering a unique learning environment, and guiding students toward social confidence and active citizenship. Additionally, the school supports various extra-curricular activities and offers tailored learning support to cater to diverse student needs.

Dulwich High School prides itself on its commitment to inclusivity, providing an environment where all students feel safe, respected, and valued. Their goal is to develop well-rounded citizens equipped for future challenges. The Principal, Mr Lance Raskall, highlights the school's dedication to nurturing each student's abilities across a wide spectrum of visual arts and design disciplines, thereby setting them on a path towards successful future endeavours.

Motto: "Designing Futures"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 804 |
| 2024 | 830 |
| 2023 | 879 |
| 2022 | 895 |
| 2021 | 887 |
| 2020 | 894 |
| 2019 | 850 |
| 2018 | 808 |
| 2017 | 784 |
| 2016 | 700 |
| 2015 | 675 |
| 2014 | 634 |
| 2013 | 609 |
| 2012 | 627 |
| 2011 | 611 |
| 2010 | 602 |
| 2009 | 548 |
| 2008 | 520 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/56198-dulwich-high-school-of-visual-arts-and-design), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.