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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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Canberra Grammar School wishes everyone in our community a very happy Easter!
Our Northside and ELC Red Hill campuses celebrated Easter in the final week of Term 1 with their traditional Easter Hat Parades, while Primary and Senior campuses across the School also held the annual CGS Easter Book Fair in their respective Libraries.
There was an impressive range of hats on display during the parades, and our younger students greatly enjoyed performing songs for their family and friends. A special thanks to our Parents & Friends Association for all their assistance, and to everyone in the community who attended and supported these events, making them such special occasions for our students. ... See MoreSee Less
Year 12 student David recently attended the ACT Independent Schools' Delegate at the three-day National Schools Constitutional Convention (NSCC). He represented CGS proudly, working together with students from across Australia to debate '𝑆ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑙𝑑 𝑆𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 53 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐶𝑜𝑛𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑏𝑒 𝑎𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑒𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑆𝑒𝑛𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑏𝑙𝑜𝑐𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑠𝑢𝑝𝑝𝑙𝑦 (𝑟𝑒𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑒𝑦 𝑏𝑖𝑙𝑙𝑠)?'
As part of this experience, David met with the Federal Education Minister, the Governor General, Independent Senator Fatima Payman, and a host of other Federal members, political journalists and key academics. ... See MoreSee Less
The CGS Year 12 cohort for 2026 has broken all previous School records and raised over $70,000 this year for the Sydney Children’s Hospital Foundation! Shaving or cutting their hair as a symbol of solidarity in support of all individuals and families impacted by cancer, our students and staff made yesterday an unforgettable milestone for our School. We extend our thanks to our extremely generous community, without which such an achievement would not have been possible. There is still time to donate; you can find the link here: www.schf.org.au/fundraisers/CGSshaveagainstcancer ... See MoreSee Less
It was a fantastic weekend for our Dragon Boats team this past weekend, as they represented CGS at the ACT Dragon Boat Championships.
Racing over the 500m distance against some of the strongest crews in the ACT was an exciting challenge and a great opportunity for the team to test their speed, teamwork, and determination on the water. Every race required focus, coordination, and effort from every paddler, and our students showed fantastic spirit throughout the day.
Competing at this level was a valuable experience for the crew and a great chance to race against some of the best teams in the region. The event also provided excellent preparation as the team now turns its attention to the upcoming National Dragon Boats Championships at Lake Kawana on the Sunshine Coast.
A big congratulations to all our paddlers for their commitment and effort, and thank you to everyone who supported and cheered on the CGS team! ... See MoreSee Less