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behaviours, and in the things they do,
and CGS’ variety of service programs
help them achieve this. From dog walk-
ing and charity fundraising events, to
community volunteering and helping
the aged and those with learning sup-
port needs.
“There‘s a strong sense of giving
something back that I really want to
continue to grow. It’s all about being
part of a caring community, and about
caring what happening around us in
the local community. We’re always
looking for ways for our students to
contribute.”
Facilities and support
As a part of its caring, nurturing out-
look, the school’s facilities look after
the students’ wellbeing as much as
their academia.
The school has two physical build-
ings that its 90 boarders live in, and all
boarding staff are fully responsible for
the wellbeing of these students. This
encompasses all academic needs,
pastoral needs, their health needs,
making sure they’re well and comfort-
able.
Downey’s network of staff is tight-
knit and varied. He has a team with
some direct reports, some auxiliary
staff, and contract staff that provide
additional support. The catering arm is
an external provider, the relationship
for which Downey manages. There are
also six resident tutors that live with-
in the boarding community to provide