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For many students, the week at Millgrove Outdoor Education Centre becomes a defining moment in their time at Melbourne High. Away from the routines of the classroom, students challenge themselves through activities such as bushwalking, canoeing, caving and environmental exploration — learning not only about the natural world, but about themselves and one another. It is where friendships deepen, confidence grows and young people discover ...

As Melbourne High School prepares to celebrate 100 years at Forrest Hill next year, the community recently gathered to mark an important moment in that history — the Turning of the Sod ceremony, commemorating the start of construction of the School’s iconic campus a century ago.

Held on 18 February, the ceremony was officiated by Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC, Governor of Victoria, ...

With the support of Melbourne High School Foundation donors, we have been able to expand the Tomorrow Man wellbeing program to both Year 9 and Year 10 students this year, following a successful introduction in 2024.

While Melbourne High has long been recognised for academic excellence, we also know that supporting the wellbeing of our students is just as important. Helping young men develop resilience, empathy ...

Artist in Residence – Jenine Godwin-Thompson

Thanks to the support of Melbourne High School Foundation donors we recently welcomed Indigenous artist Jenine Godwin-Thompson recipient of our Artists in Residence program. Jenine’s work explores the deep connection between Melbourne High School and the Country on which it stands. As part of her residency, she has created two striking paintings that reflect this relationship and the spirit of ...

The year has commenced positively and with a strong sense of purpose. Encouraged by our stellar 2025 VCE and co-curricular achievements, we reaffirm our aim to be the State’s highest performing secondary school and a lighthouse school for public education.

It is an ambitious vision, but certainly not an unattainable one. Our students are highly capable and our community aspirational.

At its heart, this vision extends well ...

Melbourne High School’s 2025 Speech Night was held on 4 December at Plenary at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, bringing together students, families, alumni and supporters to celebrate the achievements of the graduating Year 12 cohort and the broader school community.

The evening’s keynote address was delivered by Melbourne High School Old Boy Emeritus Professor Andrew Scott (MHS 1977–1980), a distinguished academic in politics and ...