Welcome from the head of school
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.
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.
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.
From 3-year-old Preschool to Year 6, our Primary School provides a connected learning journey built on strong, respectful relationships, high expectations and a global outlook. Between our two campuses in Red Hill and Campbell, every student is known, challenged and supported to find their place in 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.
The final two years at Canberra Grammar School give students the opportunity to shape their education around their strengths and ambitions. With a choice of the IB Diploma Programme, NSW Higher School Certificate or IB Career-related Programme, students pursue a pathway that suits them. Close teacher relationships and individual guidance support their progress, while a rich co-curricular programme and connected House community help them make the most of their final school years.
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3D or not 3D? That is the question. As for the answer? Definitely 3D!
Congratulations to CGS Year 12 Design and Technology students Freddy and Henry whose Major Projects have been nominated for inclusion in SHAPE, an exhibition of outstanding HSC works in Sydney next March. Freddy designed L-flip, a 3D printed driver learner plate that is mounted inside a vehicle and can flip automatically, meaning there’s no more need for manually taking a plate on and off. Henry designed TerrariTeach, a 3D printed propagation kit that helps primary school students learn about growing plants. What brilliant ideas! Typically, nominated works earn 58/60 or above. Great work Freddy and Henry! ...
Term break hasn’t slowed our students down. The Snow Centre has been busy with students tackling past exams, writing up notes, working with tutors and teachers, and practising blurting: writing down everything they can recall on a topic, then checking it against their notes to find the gaps. This is part of our Senior Study Programme and Tailored Academic Support sessions for CGS students. An almighty thanks to Mr Dunkley, Director of Educational Opportunity, and Ms Muller, Enrichment and Scholarship Coordinator for making it happen. ...
We’re singing this from the rooftops!
Congratulations to Year 12 students Angus, Sarah, and Luca who’ve all been nominated for ENCORE, the yearly showcase that displays outstanding major works in music. About 5,500 students study music as an HSC subject, and just 60 or so are chosen for ENCORE. Wow. Just wow! This result shows the opportunities for HSC students to be recognised far beyond the classrooms and exam halls. ...
If you looked out the window yesterday and thought, 'what a lovely day to be outside!' — you would have been jealous of our Senior School students. ☀️
The music was blasting from the Reach for Nepal bake sale, the barbecue was busy, and House colours were everywhere. It was a beautiful day to be out on the oval, whether students were competing or cheering from the sidelines.
Our Year 12s were embellished with tutus and face paint for their final School sports carnival. They gave it the colour and spirit it deserved, and made the most of one more day together in the sunshine.
Well done to everyone who participated, and we look forward to the remainder of festivities in Week 10. ...