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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Some photographs deserve a moment of their own. These beautiful images from our students’ Duke of Ed Adventurous Journey in the Whitsundays certainly qualify.
With water like that, you could be forgiven for thinking the itinerary was entirely leisure. There was, however, plenty of learning behind those views.
The Adventurous Journey asks students to take responsibility for a shared goal, working through challenges in an unfamiliar environment. It means making decisions together and recognising when someone needs a hand. Confidence grows through experience, as students discover what they can contribute and how much they can rely on one another.
A spectacular setting for lessons you have to live to learn. ...
There is nothing more powerful than the imagination. Indeed, it is the ultimate traveller. There is nowhere it can’t go, and nothing it can’t experience. Australia’s international best-selling author, Markus Zusak, has made a career of travelling between his ears and inviting the rest of us on extraordinary journeys through times and places. Now, as part of the CGS Author Spotlight Series, he is coming to speak with the Canberra Grammar School community.
Markus is the author of six novels, including The Messenger, Bridge of Clay and The Book Thief – one of the most loved books of the twenty-first century and a New York Times bestseller for more than a decade. His books have been adapted into film, television and theatre, and translated into more than fifty languages – and have been awarded numerous honours around the world, ranging from literary prizes to bookseller and readers’ choice awards.
This rare opportunity to hear from one of our most renowned storytellers will take place on Thursday 12 November from 5:00pm to 6:30pm, and is free for all members of the CGS community – including staff, students and families.
Free to attend but please register so we know to expect you.
This is event is supported by the CGS Parent & Friends Association. ...
A little listening pleasure, courtesy of Mr Connor Whyte. 👏
Our guitar tutor recently performed in the semi-final of the ABC Young Performers Awards, with his recital also featured by the ABC.
Please enjoy a short snippet of his moving performance, it’s hard to believe there’s just one person on the stage!
Mr Whyte leads our Primary Guitar Ensemble, Senior Advanced Guitar Ensemble and Senior Guitar Ensemble. What a privilege for our students to learn from a musician performing at this level.
Congratulations, Mr Whyte! ...
Six teams, four grand finals, three premiers! Congratulations to CGS Rugby on an outstanding finish to the 2026 season.
Over the past few weeks, six teams reached their respective semi-finals: U10 Mixed, U11 Mixed, U13 Boys, U15 Boys, 1st XII Girls and 1st XV Boys. Four progressed to the Grand Final, with U11 Mixed, U13 Boys and U15 Boys claiming premierships.
Rugby has long been part of the fabric of Canberra Grammar School, and recent results reflect our community's continued commitment to building upon the programme and the calibre of the players and coaches who bring it to life.
Congratulations to all involved on a fantastic season and for representing CGS with pride, passion, and sportsmanship. ...