Would you recommend it?
Yes, I would recommend CDSHS because it offers a strong academic curriculum, a variety of extracurricular activities, and a supportive learning environment. The school has excellent facilities and dedicated teachers who are passionate about student success. However, some areas, like student well-being support and discipline, could be improved.
What had the biggest impact
The biggest impact came from the extracurricular opportunities, especially in sports and performing arts. The music and drama programs were well-supported, giving students the chance to develop their talents. Some teachers were incredibly supportive and made a real difference in students’ learning and personal growth. On the negative side, large class sizes sometimes made it difficult to get individual attention.
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Year 12 subject choices
Film Essential Math English Design Business ICT
Getting extra help
It was very difficult to find help. I was failing math and noone helped me at all.
Readiness for life after school
I felt completely useless as no one from the school ever helped me with anything ever.
Subject range and curiosity
No, they just wanted money and they hated every single student at our school, especially black people.
Bullying and getting to school safely
Bullying was present, as it is in most schools, but the effectiveness of the school’s response varied. Some students felt that the school took issues seriously and acted quickly, while others thought there could be more proactive measures, such as better enforcement of policies or more student support services. Peer support programs and school counselors helped, but there was still room for improvement. For the most part, traveling to and from school felt safe. However, some students were concerned about busy intersections near the school and traffic congestion, especially during pick-up and drop-off times. Occasionally, there were reports of suspicious individuals near the school grounds, but the school took precautions, such as notifying students and staff.
Camps and excursions
CDSHS had a balanced culture—it wasn’t overly strict, but there were clear rules and expectations. It leaned more toward a modern approach to education, with a focus on student engagement and digital learning. The school encouraged independence but also maintained traditional values in terms of respect and discipline.
Something only students would know
The garlic bread at the tuckshop, it is the most bang for buck item that they sell.
- Played sport: No
- Did an arts activity: Yes
- Arts activities done: Film / Media Production
