Victoria
Dandenong High School
Established in 1919, Dandenong High School is one of the oldest, largest and most
culturally-diverse secondary schools in Victoria. Experienced and caring teachers
ensure students develop a deep sense of connectedness to the school and excel in
their academic studies. The school has an innovative curriculum based on the
principles of inquiry and deep learning and offers a broad range of opportunities for
all students. We offer a comprehensive EAL Program and a strong Sports and
Performing Arts program.
Features of the local area
• Serviced by regular train and bus public
transport routes
• Multicultural community, close to vibrant
shopping preincints
• Close to Tertiary institutions - Deakin and
Monash Universities and Chisholm TAFE
Languages taught
Japanese
French
Latin
Special programs
• EAL including experienced multicultural
education assistance
• Laptop 1:1 program with Multimedia/IT focus
• Instrumental music program with private
tuition
• Select Entry Accelerated Learning Program
• Drama and dance, debating and public
speaking
• Literacy and numeracy support programs
Intensive English Language classes
Provided at English Language Centre located
within 4 kilometres of school
Student support services and programs
• Victorian School of Languages located onsite
• Well-supported International Student
program
• Full-time wellbeing staff including
psychologist, speech therapist, school nurse
• Careers resource centre
• Well-equipped Learning Resource Centre
• Partnerships with Monash and Deakin
Universities
Extracurricular activities
• Harmony Ambassadors/International Week
• House competitions including chorals,
athletics and swimming
• Surf, ski, and outdoor education camps
• Performing Arts Gala, Dance Showcase and
School Production
• Homework Club
Sports offered
Athletics, Australian Rules Football,
Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cricket,
Cross Country, Futsal, Golf, Hockey, Netball,
Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming,
Table Tennis, Tennis, Touch Rugby, Volleyball
CRICOS Provider Name: Department for Education and Training Victoria
CRICOS Provider Code: 00861K
