Ready For The World 2024

Ready For The World

Canberra Grammar School endeavours to shape Curious, Creative, Confident and Compassionate Citizens of the World. This year, we offered the opportunity to a number of students from the Class of 2024 to reflect on their schooling journey. More than just celebrating final scores at year’s end, Canberra Grammar School wishes to celebrate both successes and experiences shared at our School, whether they be academic, co-curricular, or personal growth achieved throughout their time here.

Click on a student’s profile below to read articles and watch video interviews, which provide a rich tapestry of stories that highlight the multifaceted journeys of the Class of 2024. They capture moments of growth as students share how they overcame challenges to emerge as stronger and more resilient individuals; illustrating that success is celebrated not just in terms of grades, but through achievements and development, to become ready for the world.

We thank the Class of 2024 for their leadership and contributions to Canberra Grammar School and wish them every success in their diverse pathways ahead.

KIRAN VARENDRAN

“The value of a Canberra Grammar School education, in my opinion, is not an ATAR, an award, or any objective measurement of success uniquely enabled by this School. Rather, it lies in a well-rounded personal development.”

ISLA MOORE

“Academic success does not necessarily mean being the absolute best at something, particularly in the unranked IB Diploma; rather for me, it means a mindset shift to love the learning of a course beyond a grade.”

WILL NEWNHAM

“When I first joined the Opens Cricket and Soccer Programmes, older students consciously helped younger ones feel like they belonged. This support inspired me to do the same as a senior.”

ALEXANDER MONRO

“For me, life is about light—a reflection of growth, challenge, and achievement. My time at CGS, filled with music, academic success, and personal growth, has prepared me for the world.”

ANGELA XIE

“My time at CGS taught me the importance of collective success. Balancing rigorous training with academics has instilled resilience, discipline, and self-belief.”

MICHAEL CHEREPINSKIY

“It’s the interconnectedness of academics and co-curricular at CGS that has enriched my learning, pushing me to develop collaborative and problem-solving skills.”

WAMBUI TAYLOR

“Balancing tennis and academics has taught me discipline and time management. These skills motivate me to push boundaries and excel in both areas.”

BENJAMIN MONRO

“Music mirrors life, with its challenges and triumphs. At CGS, it has been a central thread in my journey, teaching me resilience, creativity, and joy.”

ELLA CROSS

“Balancing academic and cocurricular commitments at CGS taught me diligence, time management, and perseverance. These skills have prepared me for the future.”

CAEL WARD

“Joining the Code Cadets programme in Year 11 fostered my passion for programming. It allowed me to take on projects that enriched both my studies and my skills.”

AIDAN McRAE

“Canberra Grammar School has equipped me with the confidence and skills to be truly ready for the world, from public speaking to teamwork and leadership.”