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We are as excited by our school’s future as we are proud of its rich academic, sporting, social and artistic history… and we’re just getting started.
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EnquiriesWe are as excited by our school’s future as we are proud of its rich academic, sporting, social and artistic history… and we’re just getting started.
Approaching our centenary in 2029, Canberra Grammar School stands as one of Australia’s leading independent co-educational schools, uniting nearly 100 years of tradition with a bold vision for the future.
As an Anglican day and boarding school for students from Pre-School to Year 12, we believe that a co-educational environment best prepares young people for the world beyond school where collaboration, equality, and respect are fundamental to success.
Our inclusive and globally minded community brings together students from more than 40 nations to learn, live and grow with purpose. Set on a magnificent campus in Canberra’s inner south, CGS offers exceptional academic, co-curricular and pastoral opportunities that inspire curiosity, creativity, confidence and compassion in every student preparing them to thrive as citizens of the world.
We encourage students to develop critical-thinking skills, confidence in leadership, and the ability to find creative solutions in an increasingly complex world—while remaining active and compassionate citizens. Located on our Red Hill campus, the Senior School features outstanding facilities that support academic, co-curricular, and pastoral programmes.
Strong, respectful relationships underpin success. By truly knowing our students, setting high expectations, and fostering a global outlook, we empower them to find their place in the world.
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Thank you to all the wonderful students, families, and members of our community who came along this past Sunday to support another successful Studio Sunday and celebrate our Music Programme. We had a great turnout, with almost 400 solo performances taking place across six venues at Canberra Grammar School throughout the day. Studio Sunday provides an important opportunity for students learning with our Visiting Music Teachers to develop their confidence and skills as performers.
We sincerely thank our Visiting Music Teachers for the time, care, and dedication they invest in preparing students for these performances. Seeing each of them presenting their students and all their hard work on Studio Sunday is always a proud sight. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for next semester’s Studio Sunday, to be held on 15 November. ... See MoreSee Less
Last Saturday, CGS had the honour of hosting the formal launch of the Josh4Hearts Foundation, where the Snow Concert Hall was filled with hundreds of people who loved Joshua Oguns.
Joshua was a CGS student. He was gentle, gracious, and studious. He was an exceptional athlete, a natural leader, and a person of deep faith. He was a good friend, and a deeply loved brother and son. He died following a cardiac arrest during a basketball match, caused by a congenital heart condition that had never shown a single symptom.
His parents, Drs Joe and Taiye Oguns, have met that loss with a grace and determination that has humbled everyone around them. The Josh4Hearts Foundation is the result.
The Foundation will establish a specialist cardiac screening clinic open to young people aged 12 to 18 across our region, with a particular focus on active young athletes for whom such screening is best practice. Its goals are clear: raise awareness of heart conditions that go undetected in otherwise healthy young people, build capacity in recognising and responding to them, and make comprehensive cardiac screening accessible. ... See MoreSee Less
Join us this Saturday, 16 May, for a jam-packed CGS Sport Alumni Round! Coinciding with our Alumni Reunion Weekend, CGS Sport is offering a full day of events to spectate and show your support across Rugby, Football, Rowing, Netball, and Tennis, at the CGS Ovals and Courts. Swipe through the images for details. We look forward to seeing you there! ... See MoreSee Less
Last week, our Year 10 students took part in their Outdoor Education Programme for 2026. There were 11 groups spread across the Snowy Mountains region, and one group that went up to Northern NSW.
Groups rotated through a variety of challenging and rewarding activities, including paddling on the Lower Snowy River, hiking in Kosciusko National Park and the Jagungal Wilderness area, and mountain biking, rock climbing and abseiling around Jindabyne and the surrounding area.
Throughout the week, students developed teamwork, resilience, and outdoor skills while experiencing some of the region’s spectacular alpine environments. Even the surprise snowfall wasn’t enough to chill their enthusiasm! It was a memorable week of adventure, personal growth, and learning beyond the classroom. ... See MoreSee Less