Signature Programs

Signature programs are whole-school initiatives that foster interdisciplinary skills across pastoral, academic and co-curricular domains. The signature program themes are embedded across the academic and pastoral curriculum and provide a common language for students and staff, to assist students on their journey of personal growth, self-reflection and development.CGGS’ teaching and learning teams have developed targeted, age-appropriate programs which complement the curriculum to equip girls for life in the 21st century.

Integrating the skills of both the IB Learner Profile and Michael Fullan’s 6 C’s, CGGS’ signature programs help prepare young people to be capable, independent and resilient learners. See below for signature programs offered in the junior and senior schools.


Junior School Signature Programs

Year 3: HERO
Year 4: smART Girls
Year 5: Girls with Grit
Year 6: Girls Who Lead

Year 3: HERO

A module for Year 3 girls and boys focusing on the development of their sense of belonging and wellbeing. Its name stands for health (H), emotions (E), relationships (R) and service to others (O).

Year 4: smART Girls

Our Year 4 program uses the arts to expand learning horizons and further develop a positive frame of wellbeing.

Year 5: Girls with Grit

Our program for Year 5 students fosters and promotes a range of skills and dispositions essential for success in the 21st century.

Year 6: Girls Who Lead

Our Year 6 leadership program focuses on developing a range of necessary skills for the future.


Senior School Signature Programs

Year 7: Young Women with Courage
Year 8: Young Women who Dare
Year 9: Young Women as Changemakers
Year 10: Young Women who Aspire
Year 11: Young Women who know themselves
Year 12: Young Women who Inspire

Year 7: Young Women with Courage

Young women who make courageous choices in their learning, not just the easy choice. This includes the ability to think critically and analyse complex problems, consider alternative perspectives, research widely, communicate with clarity and reflect honestly.

Year 8: Young Women who Dare

Young women who dare to make a difference. Who arm themselves with knowledge and courageously champion their beliefs, who dare to stand out as leaders and who dare to be brave even when it may not be the popular choice.

Year 9: Young Women as Changemakers

Young women who collaborate effectively with others, who engage with the community and consider their role in innovation, entrepreneurship and making a difference to others, as well as their own lives.

Year 10: Young Women who Aspire

Young women who aspire to greatness, to be the leaders of their generation and who take the lead in designing and preparing for their future.

Year 11: Young Women who know themselves

It is through knowing themselves that young women can act with integrity and justice, and can interact with others with a sense of fairness. Knowing yourself means knowing your purpose in life and where your place is in the world.

Year 12: Young Women who Inspire

Planning for life beyond school that focuses on their interests and passions. Students identify and describe the factors that motivate and inspire them. They develop realistic goals for the future while still aiming for the stars.