Melbourne High School

One of the beauties of Melbourne High is that every day is different. Every day will bring its own adventures.

In your first term, much of the School’s life will be new and unexpected; formal assemblies with staff in academic gowns, massed singing, the House system. For some, this may be the first time in school uniform, for many the first time in blazer and tie.

You have been selected from thousands of applicants for your academic ability and commitment to success. You will find yourself in the company of like-minded, highly able boys and much will be expected of you. Your teachers will set you demanding challenges and be keen to test your capabilities. For many, you will need to prepare for your first formal examinations by mid-year. We expect you to set yourself challenging goals…and achieve them.
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Because every MHS student is academically able, the School can offer a curriculum program tailored specifically to their unique needs. This means our program has the breadth, depth and pace that would simply not be possible at another school. New students comment on the excitement of being exposed to higher-level concepts and thinking and facing new and challenging ideas every day.

Many describe the realisation that whilst they may have been the most-able student at their previous school with little real effort, at Melbourne High their abilities were far more rigorously tested by equally able students and higher expectations. MHS engenders an unusual spirit of friendly competitiveness, hand in hand with mutual respect and support. It fosters and celebrates achievement in every field of human endeavour and inspires an ongoing desire to always strive for personal best.

There is much more to being a student at Melbourne High School than academic achievement. The School has one of the most extensive co-curricula and extension programs available. The Involvement program consists of over forty clubs and activities ranging from Army and Air Force cadets to Baka Anime and Break Dancing. There will be over thirty different sports activities and teams to try out; from fencing and rowing to chess and lawn bowls. There are also over thirty different musical ensembles from orchestra and choirs to rock bands. Before and after school and at lunchtime there will be a range of events, activities, competitions and clubs to sample and enjoy. This is your opportunity to explore new territory you have never previously encountered.

Term one is always frenetic at Melbourne High. There will be House swimming, Athletics and Choral competitions and election of Form Captains and SRC representatives. There will be much to adjust to as well, finding your way around new buildings and a shifting timetable, longer trips to school and the forging of new friendships.

Ours is a proudly eclectic and culturally diverse community. You will work side by side with students from every suburb, cultural background and walk of life. We value kindness, friendliness and courtesy very highly and you will be treated as the mature and capable young man you are becoming. Much will be expected of your conduct as well. We want to be proud of you. We want you to be proud of the School.