Why choose us?
Canterbury Boys High School is a Year 7 to Year 12, Comprehensive, Boys Secondary School in Canterbury. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
Our vision:
At Canterbury Boys High School, our vision is clear and deliberate: to be the number one boys high school in the Inner West. We are a school for serious learners, young men who accept challenge and responsibility, and who use our core values of Truth and Honour to become better every day, every week, every month, and every year they spend with us.
We are working hard to shape the men of the 21st century: young men who are strong, resilient, and confident, yet also understand the new role that males play in our modern society. Our students learn to value respect, inclusivity, and responsibility, and to understand their place and purpose within the wider community.
Parents want a school community that reflects their own values. They seek exceptional educational opportunities that extend and challenge their sons in a safe and supportive environment, while also offering pathways for growth in the arts, sport, leadership, and personal development. At Canterbury Boys High School, we deliver on this vision.
We offer distinctive opportunities such as the Inner West’s leading chess program, our Principal’s Collection and in-school art gallery, and our strong traditions in public speaking and debating. Partnerships with Rotary, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, and local sporting organisations such as the Inner West Magpies AFL Club enrich the experiences of our boys and strengthen their place in the wider community.
Our role is to take boys and help develop them into well-rounded, resilient young men. We achieve this by building authentic relationships and providing authentic, challenging, and supportive learning experiences – both in and beyond the classroom.
Contact us to find out if Canterbury Boys High School is the right choice for your child's education. Enrol today and join an inclusive community that values learning, growth and success!
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A strong start
We help every child feel safe, included and confident from their very first day.
Support for every family
Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
High quality education
We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.
Easy to access
Located in Canterbury, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
What we can offer your child
Student success
Our school provides a high-quality, low-cost education that supports every child’s growth. We’re proud of our students’ success in learning, competitions and life beyond school.
- participation in a range of competitions
- success in life beyond school
- active community members
- growth through high potential and gifted education
- striving for personal improvement.
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help them thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- excursions
- incursions
- extra-curricular activities
- a wide variety of subjects.
Tailored learning support
We know every child learns in their own way. That’s why we provide tailored learning support to help each student do their best. Our programs meet different student needs. This includes high potential and gifted students, students with additional needs or disability, and those who need wellbeing support. At our school, your child will get the support they need to succeed.
- student learning support officers (SLSO) in the classroom
- teaching and learning adjustments
- extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- wellbeing and counselling support.
A welcoming community
Our school is a place where students from all backgrounds feel safe, respected and part of the community. We value diversity and fairness. Your child will learn and grow in a school that celebrates who they are. We prepare students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.
- supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D)
- celebrating Harmony Day
- incorporating culturally inclusive school events
- ensuring cultural safety for all students.
Stories and highlights
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Policies and reports
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