In the 1920s, the Armstrong family subdivided the estate. In July 1928, the Knox School Council purchased the property on behalf of the Presbyterian Church. This grand home became the first building of Knox Grammar Preparatory School. Mrs Armstrong graciously reduced the purchase price by £4,000. The School Council acknowledged her generosity by renaming the house ‘Ewan House’ in remembrance of her father, Mr James Ewan, who was a successful businessman and politician.
In 1935, Ewan House was solely used for the Preparatory School boarders and was renovated to provide additional accommodation and facilities. Ewan House remained the site of the Preparatory library and a Junior boarding house. In 2010, Ewan House was renovated to be repurposed as classrooms, administration services and offices of the Preparatory School.
Leave your mark and continue the legacy by donating memorabilia and photographs to the School. Email archives@knox.nsw.edu.au for more info.
