It was established in 1928 as East Camberwell Domestic Arts School, catering for girls and offering courses up to Year 10.

It became Camberwell Girls' High School in 1958, having a number of official names throughout the 1950s.

In 1961 the name Canterbury Girls' High School was adopted.

In 1989, after consultation with the school community, the school's name was changed in line with Government policy to Canterbury Girls' Secondary College.

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