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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LIVING IN CANBERRA
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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What a weekend! Our CGS Fathers’ Trip to Green Patch, Booderee National Park, was an unforgettable adventure filled with campfires, swimming, bushwalks, wildlife, and plenty of laughter. Fathers and their children enjoyed quality time together in the stunning surroundings of Jervis Bay, stargazing under clear skies and even spotting Guginyal on the beach.
On the way home, they stopped at the breathtaking Jerrawangala Lookout for a group photo to cap off the memories. Thanks to everyone who joined us! ... See MoreSee Less
Well done to CGS Primary School Students Sara, Jim and Anastasia, who competed at the School Sports Australia Cross Country Nationals in Gold Coast from 7-10 September. Jim placed a strong 3rd in the 12 Boys and Anastasia ran home in 9th in the 11 Girls! ... See MoreSee Less
Last week, the National Snowsports Championship took place at Mt Buller, bringing together some of the most talented young winter sports athletes from across the country.
Our students represented CGS with pride and delivered impressive performances, demonstrating their hard work and dedication throughout the season.
The Div 2 Moguls Team of Edward and Archer backed up their silver medal at the State competition by going one better and claiming Gold at Nationals. Edward also claimed the individual Silver in the event. Our Div 5 Boys Alpine and Ski X teams of James, Max, Oscar, and Marcus had huge success, claiming Gold in both events. James finished with the individual Gold in Alpine, and Max with Silver in Ski X.
Our Div 6 Girls emulated the same success. The team of Grace, Zara, Lucy, and Blaire claimed Silver in both events, with Grace claiming individual Bronze in the Ski X.
A few honourable mentions need to go out to the Div 2 Boys team of Lars, Julian, and Michael, who finished 4th and missed out on the Bronze medal by 0.01 of a second. And our Div 3 moguls team of Toby and John, who also finished in 4th, with Toby doing the double and finishing 4th in the individual competition.
Congratulations to everyone who competed! ... See MoreSee Less
We hope our community had a wonderful Father’s Day yesterday! Our Primary School celebrated on Friday at Red Hill with a street party, and at Northside with a musical performance. Our students then spent some time with their families and friends in the classrooms, where they engaged in activities and showcased their hard work. ... See MoreSee Less