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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.

 

Welcome from the Head of School

THE CGS DIFFERENCE

Our identity is built on our Purpose, Vision, Values, and Mission. Our strategic commitments guide us toward the School we aspire to be by our centenary in 2029. We remain dedicated to fostering academic excellence, leadership, and holistic development throughout our community.

 

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WHY CHOOSE CGS?

We believe education should be engaging, future-focused, and tailored to help every student thrive by nurturing our values of being Curious, Creative, Confident, Compassionate, and Citizens of the World.

  • Holistic Approach to Learning – Encouraging curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every student.
  • Innovative Learning Spaces – Flexible classrooms, advanced technology, and real-world connections that inspire creative thinking.
  • Personalised Student Support – Offering learning enrichment, wellbeing programmes, and career guidance with compassion.
  • Global Outlook – Developing well-rounded graduates who are prepared for life beyond school and ready to contribute as compassionate citizens of the world.

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LIFE AT CGS

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Canberra Grammar School
4 days ago
Canberra Grammar School
𝐂𝐆𝐒 𝐑𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 – 𝟔𝟎 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠! The countdown is on for an unforgettable day celebrating six decades of CGS Rowing, and we’re thrilled to share some exciting updates! At our daytime celebrations, we’ll christen new boats honouring rowing greats Andrew Wrigley, Caleb Antill, Sarah Cook, Tom Westgarth, and Wilma McKeown, all at the CGS Rowing Centre. Plus, enjoy a photo exhibition, morning tea, and even the chance to take to the water. At our evening Rowing Gala Dinner, we’re bringing together true CGS Rowing legends as panellists: • Malcolm Lamb (CGS Head of Rowing 1975-1980s) • John Kelleher (CGS 1999) • Matthew Barnier (CGS 2010) • Caleb Antill OLY (CGS 2013) • Zoe Bond (CGS 2021) Don’t miss their stories, insights, and memories. Join us in toasting to the past, present, and future of CGS Rowing. 𝘿𝒂𝙮𝒕𝙞𝒎𝙚 𝘾𝒆𝙡𝒆𝙗𝒓𝙖𝒕𝙞𝒐𝙣𝒔 📅 Saturday 30 August 2025 | 🕙 10:00am 📍 CGS Rowing Centre, 12 Alexandrina Drive, Yarralumla 𝙍𝒐𝙬𝒊𝙣𝒈 𝑮𝙖𝒍𝙖 𝘿𝒊𝙣𝒏𝙚𝒓 (𝘼𝒅𝙪𝒍𝙩𝒔 𝑶𝙣𝒍𝙮) 📅 Saturday 30 August 2025 | 🕡 6:30pm 📍 Canberra Rex Hotel, 150 Northbourne Ave, Braddon Book here: https://events.humanitix.com/celebrating-60-years-of-cgs-rowing

𝐂𝐆𝐒 𝐑𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 – 𝟔𝟎 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠!

The countdown is on for an unforgettable day celebrating six decades of CGS Rowing, and we’re thrilled to share some exciting updates!

At our daytime celebrations, we’ll christen new boats honouring rowing greats Andrew Wrigley, Caleb Antill, Sarah Cook, Tom Westgarth, and Wilma McKeown, all at the CGS Rowing Centre. Plus, enjoy a photo exhibition, morning tea, and even the chance to take to the water.

At our evening Rowing Gala Dinner, we’re bringing together true CGS Rowing legends as panellists:

• Malcolm Lamb (CGS Head of Rowing 1975-1980s)
• John Kelleher (CGS 1999)
• Matthew Barnier (CGS 2010)
• Caleb Antill OLY (CGS 2013)
• Zoe Bond (CGS 2021)

Don’t miss their stories, insights, and memories. Join us in toasting to the past, present, and future of CGS Rowing.

𝘿𝒂𝙮𝒕𝙞𝒎𝙚 𝘾𝒆𝙡𝒆𝙗𝒓𝙖𝒕𝙞𝒐𝙣𝒔
📅 Saturday 30 August 2025 | 🕙 10:00am
📍 CGS Rowing Centre, 12 Alexandrina Drive, Yarralumla

𝙍𝒐𝙬𝒊𝙣𝒈 𝑮𝙖𝒍𝙖 𝘿𝒊𝙣𝒏𝙚𝒓 (𝘼𝒅𝙪𝒍𝙩𝒔 𝑶𝙣𝒍𝙮)
📅 Saturday 30 August 2025 | 🕡 6:30pm
📍 Canberra Rex Hotel, 150 Northbourne Ave, Braddon

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Canberra Grammar School
5 days ago
Canberra Grammar School
This year, five CGS students had the opportunity to be involved in the Children’s Book Council of Australia’s Book of the Year Announcement Ceremony. Sophia (Year 11) and Reuben (Year 8) spent a day last week at the NLA filming the Announcement video, which was streamed during the ceremony and across the country. Mairead (Year 8), Mila (Year 10) and Isla (Year 10) were invited to review a shortlisted book in the Older Reader category, which they shared on stage at the Announcement Ceremony. Following the ceremony, the students were invited to an afternoon tea. They were lucky enough to meet the Governor General and award-winning YA authors, Gary Lonesborough, Sharon Kernot and Erin Gough. #CGS #CuriousImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

This year, five CGS students had the opportunity to be involved in the Children’s Book Council of Australia’s Book of the Year Announcement Ceremony. Sophia (Year 11) and Reuben (Year 8) spent a day last week at the NLA filming the Announcement video, which was streamed during the ceremony and across the country.

Mairead (Year 8), Mila (Year 10) and Isla (Year 10) were invited to review a shortlisted book in the Older Reader category, which they shared on stage at the Announcement Ceremony. Following the ceremony, the students were invited to an afternoon tea. They were lucky enough to meet the Governor General and award-winning YA authors, Gary Lonesborough, Sharon Kernot and Erin Gough.

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Canberra Grammar School
1 week ago
Canberra Grammar School
On Thursday, CGS hosted the annual Goulburn Boarding Parents Dinner at The Edge Restaurant. It was a fantastic evening with a great turnout of current boarding families, as well as future families keen to learn more about CGS and our boarding community. Head of Admissions, Lisa Baum and Assistant Head of Girls Boarding, Giorgia Bakenberg, and I hosted the evening. Our boarding parents are incredibly passionate about the School and their children’s experiences. They are always generous with their feedback, which is valued. While many of them live locally, the opportunity to come together in a relaxed setting and simply enjoy each other’s company was clearly appreciated. I always find it fascinating to hear about their rural lifestyles and the unique challenges they navigate in supporting their children — even if its often just the logistics of getting them to and from various places and events. Good food and great company made for a wonderful evening. I’m grateful for their ongoing support. - Sandy Goddard | Director of Community Development

On Thursday, CGS hosted the annual Goulburn Boarding Parents' Dinner at The Edge Restaurant.

It was a fantastic evening with a great turnout of current boarding families, as well as future families keen to learn more about CGS and our boarding community. Head of Admissions, Lisa Baum and Assistant Head of Girls Boarding, Giorgia Bakenberg, and I hosted the evening.

Our boarding parents are incredibly passionate about the School and their children’s experiences. They are always generous with their feedback, which is valued. While many of them live locally, the opportunity to come together in a relaxed setting and simply enjoy each other’s company was clearly appreciated.

I always find it fascinating to hear about their rural lifestyles and the unique challenges they navigate in supporting their children — even if it's often just the logistics of getting them to and from various places and events.

Good food and great company made for a wonderful evening. I’m grateful for their ongoing support.

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