Year 7 Orientation 2027
Year 7 2027 Orientation Hub
We extend a warm welcome to Knox to the boys of Year 7 2027 as they join our Senior School community.
This Orientation Hub includes important information about uniform appointments, textbook and resource lists, sport and music programs, and mandatory forms.
To help you and your son prepare for starting in Year 7 in 2027, a checklist is provided below.
Please note this information is for Year 7 boys starting at Knox in 2027.
Year 7 Commencement ChecklistKnox Parent Portal: Knoxi
Before accessing the Knox Parent Portal (Knoxi), you will need to set up your Knox account. You will receive an email fromhelpdesk@idmail.knox.nsw.edu.au with the subject line ‘Welcome to your Knox Grammar School Parent Account’ containing details about how to set up your account.
If you are having trouble logging in, please contact the staff at the Knox IT Service Desk, who will be happy to assist you. The Service Desk can be reached atservicedesk@knox.nsw.edu.au. or (+61 2) 9473 9706.
Important Documents
Included in your Orientation Pack are a number of booklets which contain key information for boys and families.
Orientation Booklet Year 7 2027Uniforms at Knox Senior SchoolMake an Appointment at the Uniform ShopKnox Bus ServiceTraditions and History at KnoxAttendance and LeaveSport
Information about the sports available starts on page 27 of the Orientation Booklet. Please ensure you make your summer sport selection for Term 1 by 27 November 2026.
Guide to Activity SelectionMake Your Sport SelectionTextbooks and Stationery
Information about textbooks and stationery is on page 24 of the Orientation Booklet. Please refer to your e-orientation email for textbook information. Orders must be placed by Sunday 13 December 2026.
Box of BooksStationery OrdersKnox Laptop Program
When will I receive my laptop?
Year 7 laptops will be rolled out progressively during Term 1. Before a laptop can be issued, the Laptop Program Acknowledgement Form must be signed online through Paperly by the parent/guardian. This form will be shared to parents via email at the start of Term 1 2027. Students will sign their own Laptop Program Acknowledgement Form on the day of collection. Further information about Knox’s Laptop Program 2027 is available via the Orientation Hub.
Mandatory Data Collection
In preparation for the 2027 school year, we request that you log in to your Parent Lounge account, check your contact details, Student Background (MCEECDYA details), and enter or update medical details for your son.
We ask that you do this by 8 January 2027.
To access the Parent Lounge, you will need to have first set up your Knox account. You will have received an email fromhelpdesk@idmail.knox.nsw.edu.au with the subject line ‘Welcome to your Knox Grammar School Parent Account’ containing details about how to set up your account. Once your account is set up, you will be able to access the Parent Lounge by clicking the Parent Lounge link in your welcome email. Parent Lounge can also be accessed via Knoxi (the Knox portal) and selecting Parent Lounge from your dashboard.
Our Clinic staff will be reviewing all medical information entered. Should you wish to contact the Clinic staff, their email address isclinic@knox.nsw.edu.au.
If you are having trouble logging in, please contact the staff at the Knox IT Service Desk, who will be happy to assist you. The Service Desk can be reached atservicedesk@knox.nsw.edu.au or on (+61 2) 9473 9706.