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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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As part of Northside’s Who We Are Unit of Inquiry, Year 2 took part in 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝐺𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡 𝑌𝑒𝑎𝑟 2 𝑅𝑒𝑠𝑝𝑜𝑛𝑠𝑖𝑏𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝐸𝑔𝑔𝑠-𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡! Students were tasked with caring for a hard-boiled “Egg Baby” for a whole day. The challenge was to keep their Egg Baby safe while still participating in all learning, break times and activities. Throughout the experiment, students were encouraged to demonstrate the Learner Profile Attributes of being caring, balanced and principled. It was a fun experience for students, learning and reflecting upon their responsible choices ... See MoreSee Less
Our Year 6 students are nearing the end of their Outdoor Education Camp at Booderee National Park. They have been engaged in a wide range of activities, including paddleboarding, snorkelling, sea kayaking, swimming, bushwalking, and Indigenous culture sessions. The CGS Outdoor Education Programme immerses students in valuable experiences that nurture resilience, teamwork, and essential life skills, and we’re sure they’ll have lots of stories to tell upon their return tomorrow. ... See MoreSee Less
Last semester was packed with memorable moments!
Explore the latest edition of Outlook, where we celebrate the achievements, stories, and milestones that shaped the past semester for the Canberra Grammar School community.
Bringing together voices from our youngest students to our alumni, this issue features leadership and service, successes in sport and music, drama and debating, and academic achievements at home and abroad.
Discover the full edition here: tinyurl.com/2uh76dts ... See MoreSee Less
Energy, enthusiasm, and camaraderie absolutely filled CISAC at the CGS Primary and Senior School Swimming Carnivals, in an incredible celebration of individual achievements and collective House Spirit. Congratulations to every student who embraced the challenge with integrity and a willingness to have a go, helping to make this year’s CGS Swimming Carnivals such an outstanding and truly collaborative and team-focused event. ... See MoreSee Less