Canterbury Girls' Secondary College

Established in 1928, Canterbury Girls’ Secondary College is a dynamic learning community focused on ensuring student needs are met, and on developing resilience and an attitude of lifelong learning so that students are creative, curious and open to new opportunities which they are prepared to meet.

At Canterbury Girls’ Secondary College, we believe that the opportunities available to students maximise their academic achievements, maximise their social and emotional growth and wellbeing, and provide a strong basis as they move beyond school.

School Values:

A sense of belonging
Strong relationships
Respect
Wellbeing
Love of learning

Special Programs

Outstanding and extensive music and sport programs
University enhancement programs
Careers and well-being support
Clubs including Art, STEM, SRC, Sustainability, Community Liaison, Social Service
Extensive camp and tour program, domestic and international
Variety of local and national competitions in academia, sport and music

Student support services and programs

Course and careers counseling programs tailored to expose students to all the opportunities open to them
Participation in University Enhancement studies
A Wellbeing team in the College comprised of:
- A mental health practitioner
- A trained social worker
- Year level co-ordinators
- Heads of the sub-schools
- Careers Co-ordinator
- Homeroom teachers
- Assistant Principals
- International Student Co-ordinator
- Experienced, caring teachers supporting students

Principal

Dr Mary Cannon

Number of students

800

Cost of uniform (approx.)

$800

International Student Coordinator

Jim Ouliaris

Number of International students

Cost of homestay per week

$410

VCE Subjects

Art Making and Creating
Drama
Music (Performance and Investigation)
Business Management
Economics
General Maths
Mathematical Methods
Specialst Maths
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Psychology
Food Studies
Geography
History
Legal Studies
Philosophy
English
English as an Additional Language
English Language
Languages (other than English)
Health and Human Development
Physical Education

VET Subjects

Animal studies
Community Services
Dance
Hospitality
Information, Media and Technology
Sport and Recreation

Extra-curricular activities

Student leadership program
Strong music program for all students
Inter-school and in-school sport
Performing and Visual Arts programs
Clubs, including chess, manga, knitting, etc.

Sports offered

Australian football, badminton, basketball, cricket, cross country, dance, diving, football (soccer), golf, gymnastics, hockey, lacrosse, netball, rowing, softball, swimming, table tennis, tennis, track and field, volleyball

Intensive English Language Classes

Provided at English Language Centre located within 8km of the school.

Languages taught

French

During my time at CGSC, not only did I receive generous academic support which helped me in building a strong foundation for higher education, but also ample opportunities to participate in extra-curricular programs where I made unforgettable memories. Encouraging words said by my teachers and peers at CGSC will continue to motivate and inspire me for years to come.
- Sirui (Annie) Fang, International Student