Domremy College was established in 1911 by the Presentation Sisters on a spacious 1.6-hectare site opposite Five Dock Park. The heritage-listed main building now functions as the administrative heart of the college. The school is named after the birthplace of St Joan of Arc and its motto, La Verite or (“The Truth”), underlines the College’s philosophy, and aims to develop in its students honesty, integrity and a deep respect for the dignity of all. The College’s vision statement is “Let the Light Shine True”.
Facilities: Set in a quiet area opposite the main park, the College boasts extensive grounds (including sports grounds and three tennis courts), a chapel, four science laboratories, two visual arts rooms, three computer rooms, two music/practice rooms, two food technology rooms, a textiles room, a performing arts hall and excellent library facilities including Internet access and CD-ROM facilities. Construction is currently underway for new learning facilities and a multi-purpose centre.
Electives Years 9 and 10: A wide range of subjects is offered including French, Italian, Japanese, Dance, Drama, Commerce, Food Technology, Music, Visual Arts, Digital Media, Textiles Technology, Information Software and Technology, Elective History and Geography, and Physical and Sports Science.
Electives Years 11 and 12: English is the only compulsory subject. A full range of other courses is available including all Mathematics courses, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Music, Visual Arts, Drama, PD/Health/PE, Modern History, Ancient History, Extension History, Business Studies, Legal Studies, Geography, Economics, Society and Culture, Information Processes and Technology, Software Design and Development, Studies of Religion, Hospitality, Textiles and Design, Food Technology, Business Services, French and Italian (Continuers and Extension). There is a range of TAFE-delivered VET courses including Children’s Services, Photography, Design, Property Services, Entertainment, Computer Hardware Servicing, together with supported TAFE courses and traineeships.
Sport: All competitive options are available, in addition to extracurricular activities. Teams are entered in a range of inter-school competitions and in-school sporting competitions. Domremy emphasises the importance of leisure education, and sport and cultural activities by organising camping trips and a leisure education program.
Welfare and personal development: The College targets the individual needs of students through its enrichment and acceleration programs. Support is also provided through ESL programs as well as literacy and numeracy projects. A well-established special education unit supports students with learning difficulties.
Special features: College musical produced every two years, creative and performing arts evenings, private music lessons. Programs assisting students in transition from primary to secondary school are offered as are enrichment lessons.