School Profile Overview
The future of Exmouth District High School is bright. With dedicated staff, strong community partnerships and a commitment to excellence, we continue to create opportunities that inspire students to succeed and reach their full potential.
Exmouth District High School is a dynamic Kindergarten to Year 12 school at the heart of our vibrant community. With more than 55 teaching staff and over 40 support staff, we are committed to providing high-quality education in a supportive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
Our dedicated teaching team delivers a broad and diverse curriculum across all year levels, supported by an outstanding team of education assistants, administration staff, cleaners, gardeners and other support personnel. Together, they play a vital role in ensuring our students are supported to learn, achieve and thrive.
We are proud of our comprehensive Student Services area, which provides academic, wellbeing and pastoral support for students and families. In secondary school, students can explore a range of pathways designed to suit their individual strengths, interests and aspirations, including vocational education and training opportunities through our partnership with Central Regional TAFE (Exmouth Campus).
Senior secondary education continues to grow at EDHS. Students can access a wide range of courses through the School of Isolated and Distance Education (SIDE), complemented by face-to-face teaching and support delivered by our experienced staff. These flexible pathways help students pursue university, training and employment opportunities while remaining in Exmouth.
The School Population
Currently, in 2026, Exmouth District High School caters for almost 550 students from Kindergarten to Year 12. As Exmouth continues to attract families through growth in local industry, tourism and supporting services, the school expects enrolments to continue increasing. Student numbers may also fluctuate throughout the year, particularly during the peak tourism season from April to October, when families relocate to the area for employment opportunities.
History
The Exmouth School opened in February 1965 in temporary quarters with a total of 29 students. While modest in its beginnings, the school’s future growth and development were closely linked to the establishment of the Harold E. Holt Naval Communication Station at North West Cape. An agreement between the Governments of Western Australia and the United States of America ensured that the educational needs of both Australian and American families were met.
Following the withdrawal of the United States Navy from North West Cape in 1992, the workforce required to maintain the facilities transitioned to Australian civilian contractors, resulting in significant changes to the school’s demographic profile.
Today, Exmouth District High School is a modern and dynamic Kindergarten to Year 12 school serving almost 550 students. The school has grown alongside the Exmouth community and continues to provide a broad range of educational opportunities, supported by dedicated staff, strong community partnerships and a commitment to student success.
