Canberra Grammar School has always been a proud boarding school, and we are now the only co-educational boarding school in the ACT. Our tight-knit group of 130 boarders are a make-up of students from surrounding rural and coastal areas, local students whose families are on overseas postings with Parliament, Foreign Affairs and the Australian Federal Police, and from countries all over the world. Here, young people from very different backgrounds are brought together for a shared experience in an environment of respect and inclusion, and develop a sense of camaraderie that is difficult to match in another setting.
“Boarding has not only allowed me to attend CGS but also allowed me to utilise so much this School has to offer outside of the classroom… I have gained strong independence skills and self-motivation; I am part of a community which I believe has given me a great advantage for when I leave school and move into the real world.” – 2022 Boarding Graduate
Our boarders enjoy a home away from home, with all the resources of the School and our National Capital at their doorstep, as well as access to academic support, assistance from peers and mentors, and consistent routines that help navigate School life.
We invite you to look through our Boarding Brochure.
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Our boarders have 24 hour, seven day a week support from an incredible team of dedicated and caring professionals, led by the Heads of Boarding. The team also includes live in and visiting tutors, a registered nurse and visiting doctor. Academic tutors offer that little bit extra to support our commitment to academic excellence while our Boarding Coordinator assists in the day-to-day care of boarders by providing pastoral, domestic and administrative support to boarders, their families and the Boarding House staff. CGS Boarding also offers a range of dedicated pastoral care staff, including counsellors and psychologists who are on-staff.
All CGS Boarders have access to not only a variety of sporting facilities, but to a wide range of leading sporting programmes from rugby, soccer, tennis, cricket, netball to water polo and extra-curricular programmes like Code Cadets and student-based academic support groups like the CGS Academy. Additionally, students have the opportunity to apply for international exchanges as a part of their academic programme, or may even participate in an international-trip as part of a sporting commitment.
Staying in touch with family is important to Canberra Grammar School and we welcome parent contact and involvement. The Boarder Parent Committee Group meets each term where feedback, initiatives and inquiries are openly discussed. And of course, parents and students have unlimited access to one another.
The Registrar provides guidance and support with enrolment procedures and arrangements prior to entry to the School, including guardianship and accommodation matters, health insurance, and visa. Most overseas students seeking a place at Canberra Grammar School as boarders will need to undertake capability and achievement tests which will help to assess the student’s ability to manage the courses offered and their English proficiency.
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On Wednesday at lunchtime, CGS students were treated to a vibrant glimpse of culture from the eastern part of Indonesia, Papua. This special event formed part of the visit by a delegation from the Indonesian Ministry of Defence and the Papuan Government to Canberra, generously supported by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia.
Our students were absolutely captivated by the talent of Bapak Frans Rumbino, a Papuan singer and musician, as well as a dynamic performance of “Yamko Rambe Yamko”, a well-known Papuan folk dance.
We hope that experiences like this continue to broaden our students’ understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity found across Indonesia’s many cultures. Opportunities to witness authentic cultural performances, right here at CGS, help us nurture globally minded learners who value different perspectives and traditions.
We extend our sincere thanks to the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra for providing this opportunity for our students, as well as to the distinguished guests who attended the event. ... See MoreSee Less
We were thrilled to welcome award-winning Australian author Robbie Arnott to our school this week. During the day, Robbie met with our Year 7 and Year 11 English classes, sharing insights into his writing career and the creative process behind his celebrated novels. Students were captivated by his stories, humour, and practical advice for young writers.
After school, Arnott delivered an engaging presentation for staff, parents, and students, offering a deeper look into his craft and the inspirations behind his work. The event concluded with a book signing, where many took the opportunity to have their books personally signed and to chat with the author.
We thank Robbie Arnott for an inspiring and memorable visit and we are looking forward to more author visits next year as part of our Author Spotlight Series. ... See MoreSee Less
We’re in the home stretch at CGS as we reach our traditional end-of-year milestones. Our Boarders recently took part in their Christmas Chapel service, followed by the Boarders’ Christmas Dinner in the Dining Hall, which was absolutely brimming with festive spirit. We’ve got an incredibly exhilarating last few weeks of Term ahead of us, absolutely packed with events, and we’re excited to share them with our community. ... See MoreSee Less
Congratulations to Neve, Aaheli, Risha and Yasmin, who achieved outstanding results in this year’s national Pens Against Poverty writing competition, run by Anglicare Australia.
Neve won the Year 5/6 Short Story category, while Aaheli’s short story received a Highly Commended award in the same section. Risha won the Year 5/6 Poetry category, and Yasmin’s poem was Highly Commended in the Year 3/4 Poetry section.
In the coming weeks, these talented students, along with their teachers and families, will attend a special awards ceremony to receive their prizes. Well done to all! ... See MoreSee Less