Living in Canberra

Canberra is an inclusive and safe city. With the highest average income and the lowest unemployment in Australia, crime rates are low. It is a city where students feel welcome and included and CGGS provides an environment that aligns with these values. We use a House-based system to introduce your daughter to students in her year group, and we organise activities for boarders to get to know one and other outside of the classroom. Boarders are transported around the city in the School's minibuses, so that they can participate in co-curricular activities away from the School campus on weekends.

Canberra has a lower cost of living than many other major Australia cities. CGGS is located within the heart of Canberra, in the leafy suburb of Deakin. Your daughter has easy access to a major shopping centre, supermarkets, a gym, cafes and many other affordable living necessities. Boarders are not expected to find their way on public transport, with the School's minibus service available to transport them around the city.

Canberra enjoys a year-round calendar of festivals, and world-class arts, culture and entertainment. CGGS provides opportunities through our co-curricular activities to enjoy the cities extensive event calendar, either as an active participant or a casual observer. Canberra also boasts several of the nation's leading museums and art galleries, all accessible to our students through our weekend transport service.

Accommodation is available close to the School if required when boarders’ families visit, and they may take their daughter out, go to watch them play sport or play in a concert without having to travel far or get caught in heavy traffic.