School Overview



Belmont High School is a large co-educational State secondary school with approximately 1300 students enrolled.  Students are encouraged to achieve excellence and are
supported by caring, highly qualified and expert educational staff. The school is committed to global education and offers diverse academic experiences, supported by international exchange, extensive extra-curricular programs, and boasts a strong history of academic success.  Student learning is our core educative purpose, which is achieved through teamwork, respect for others, humour, and at all times provide for an individual’s wellbeing through understanding and ongoing support.

The school is accredited to offer a Select Entry Accelerated Learning Program and an onsite English Language Centre. Our school hosts BioLab (Victorian Bioscience Education Centre) a state-wide specialist sports and health science centre. A second campus, Tanybryn, is situated in the world renowned Otways, where students can stay overnight, learn about the environment firsthand and enjoy group bonding activities such as surfing, hiking, and cooking.

Application Process. 

Applications for places in the International Student Program at Belmont High School are managed centrally by the International Education Division (IED) of the Victorian Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD).  Details regarding the application process can be found on the IED website:  www.study.vic.gov.au   For further information please contact Simone Buchanan-Huhn (director of the International Student Program) buchanan-huhn.simone.s@edumail.vic.gov.au  Michael Caccamo (Assistant Principal) Is the Principal Class Officer involved in the program caccamo.michael.d@edumail.vic.gov.au

Testimonial from a Belmont High School International Student:

“Studying at Belmont High School was one of the greatest and unique experiences I have ever had in my life.  The understanding teachers helped my quickly improve my English.  During my time at the school, I formed friendships with local students who helped me adjust to my new lifestyle and I met many students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.”

Wee Chaimanowong – Thailand

Studying Science at Monash University.