From the Headmaster

We’ve had a sensational start to the year with sporting, performing arts and social events bringing liveliness and energy to campus. It was an honour to host my last Headmaster’s Welcome Gathering earlier in the year. Observing parents connecting and relaxing on our beautiful school grounds at this annual event is a memory I will treasure.

In this, our 60th edition of Bundara, you’ll find stories that speak to the heart of our School. We take a deep dive into our much-loved library, explore new wellbeing programs in the Junior School and hear from a Year 7 student about their camp experience.

For the ninth successive year, strong academic performance saw CCGS place in the top 100 NSW schools for HSC results. Over 20% of the cohort achieved an ATAR over 90 and 15 Major Works, from Dance, Drama, Music and Industrial Technology, were nominated for inclusion in HSC showcases of exemplary work. These achievements don’t come without exceptional teaching and operational staff working together as a team, helping students to strive for excellence in a happy, caring and supportive environment.

A holistic education that develops the whole student is a core element of a CCGS education. Maximising potential through building adaptable skills and instilling values sets a strong foundation for our graduates’ future. We recognise that there isn’t one path to success. An increasingly popular option for our senior students is undertaking additional qualifications in addition to their HSC, opening the doors to future opportunities. These alternate pathways are explored more in our Pathways to Success story.

Connections with our past student community continue to grow. Matthew Woodward and Morgan Southwick have each shown determination in steadfastly following their passions and are great examples of enterprising spirits who are living a life full of purpose.

It was a privilege to give an interview about my career and time at CCGS for this edition. I was able to reflect on the challenges, the achievements and the new beginnings during my time as Headmaster. Looking back over my 15 years at the School I am immeasurably proud of all we’ve achieved together, and I look forward to what the second half of 2023 brings.

William Low Headmaster/Chief Executive Officer

HSC highlights

Top 100

For the ninth year, CCGS ranked in the Top 100 NSW schools based on HSC results, placing 78 out of approximately 800 schools.

Individual Achievements

• Phoebe Britten was named Dux of the School with an ATAR of 99.25.

• Phoebe Britten and Isabel Fanning were honoured by inclusion in the NESA All Rounders list for achieving Band 6 in 10 or more units of study.

• In Music Extension, Jack Li ranked equal first, receiving full marks in the course.

• In Society and Culture, Phoebe Britten and Talon Woodward ranked equal third. Talon Woodward was also awarded a Distinction for his Personal Interest Project.

• In Business Studies, Amber Knight ranked third in the state.