This week, we highlight outstanding performances of our students across a variety of areas, from dance and sports to community service and ethical debates. Year 10 at DanceFest Our Year 10 Dance students delivered a powerful performance at the Ausdance Youth Dance Festival recently. Centered on the theme, 'What do you dream?', inspired by Sylvia Plath’s 'The Bell Jar', the piece explored the complex decisions and consequences we face in life, symbolized by the ensemble’s purple figs. The…
Join us for an uplifting evening of storytelling, singing and joyful of laughter of our youngest learners at the annual Early Years Christmas Concert. Students from Kindergarten to Year 2 will ring in Christmas with a fun collection of carols and songs to fill your heart with the true spirit of the season. Key details Date: Tuesday 3 December Time: 11.30am–12.30pm and 5–6 pm. Pre-show sausage sizzle available at 4pm for the evening show. Location: Senior School Hall, 24 Melbourne Ave, Deakin…
This week’s highlights showcase our student's talents in mathematics, engagement with political discourse and sporting camaraderie. Stellar results in the Australian Mathematics competition. Mathematical brilliance was on full display as 117 of our students participated in the prestigious Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC). This 75-minute competition challenges students to think critically and solve complex problems. CGGS achieved outstanding results—our students received 44 Certificates…
Experience a celebrated Anglican tradition this festive season at A Service of Nine Lessons and Carols on Sunday 1 December. Led by School Chaplain Father Chris Lewis, Nine Lessons and Carols is an opportunity for the CGGS community to come together in song and prayer this Christmas season and enjoy the traditions of a century-old service. Key details Date: Sunday 1 December Time: 6–7pm Location: Chapel of the Annunciation (Senior School campus), Chapel Drive, Deakin ACT
Enjoy an evening of inspiration and innovation at the annual CGGS Senior School Creative Arts and Technology Show. With our picturesque lakeside facility Yhuuramulum as the backdrop, the gallery-inspired setting will showcase our students’ finest work across Visual Arts, Photography, Media, Design and Digital Technologies. The Friday show will include presentations, a guest speaker and awards ceremony, followed by a weekend of exhibitions. On Saturday from 1–2pm a clay and drawing drop-in…
This week, we highlight the achievements of our students in diverse fields—from environmental conservation in Thailand to innovative exploration in cybersecurity—showcasing their passion, resilience and drive to create positive change. Isabel’s Gold Residential Project with GVI in Thailand Year 11 student Isabel recently completed her Gold Residential Project with the GVI Sea Turtle Conservation and Adventure Teen Volunteer Program in Phang Nga, Thailand. Through this unique initiative, Isabel…
Experience an awe-inspiring performance by CGGS Dance students as they take centre-stage for Lights Up! Showcasing performance works by students from Kindergarten–Year 12, Lights Up! is a moving Dance Company Production that will sweep you off your feet and evoke a deep appreciation for music and movement as an artform. Enjoy collaborative and independent performances as our Dance students choreograph a memorable ending to 2024. Key details Date: Friday 29 November Time: 6.30–8.30pm…
Join us for a unique twilight guided tour of the Canberra Girls Grammar Senior School campus and discover a century of world-class education, connection and excellence. At our special Twilight Open Evening, you’ll have the opportunity to explore CGGS in a small group setting and meet our passionate educators during a concise information session. The evening is a condensed program of our Open Day events and your very last opportunity to visit us in 2024. The evening will provide you with…
As we enter the second week of Term 4 we recognise the remarkable achievements of several of our students, highlighting their commitment, resilience and love for learning. NSW State Tennis Championship Alicia (Year 3) represented the ACT at the Dorn Fogarty & John Whittaker Cup, the 10/U NSW State Teams Championship held in Bathurst. This year marks the event’s 30th anniversary, and for the first time in its history, the ACT girls' team claimed the championship cup. Alicia's remarkable…