Armadale SHS is a school with a rich and expansive history. Armadale District High School opened its doors in 1953. Heavy enrolments led to the construction of a new High School on Southwest Highway. The new Armadale High School gained the status of Senior High School in 1963. Over the past half century the character of Armadale SHS has been closely linked to the changing demographics of the local Armadale region. The school attracts students from both metropolitan and semi rural districts. Student numbers in 2009 are just under 700. Over the past 3 years the school community has been deeply involved in Strategic Planning that reflects closely the needs and requirements of a modern school. Past successes have been celebrated and a journey into the future is being embraced. Our Strategic Plan underpins all actions taken at the school. The four main DRIVERS in our plan are LITERACY, TRANSITION, SCHOOL TONE and DATA ANALYSIS and ACADEMIC RIGOUR. Our Core Business is to 'Engage young people in learning'. Our purpose is 'to create a SAFE learning environment where every student is able to achieve their full potential'.