Changing schools can be both an exciting as well as a challenging time for students and their families.
Students change schools for a variety of reasons including moving from Primary School to Secondary School, changes in parents’ work, because of a lack of enjoyment at their previous school, to have ‘fresh start’ and because of changes in family circumstances.
Some students seem to breeze through the transition and others take their time. Fortunately, most schools both welcome and encourage new students.
Tips on fitting in
The list below provides some general tips on fitting in and making your transition as easy as possible:
For most students changing school is an exciting time that can come with some normal anxieties. Given time, students who make the transition come and enjoy their time at a new school.
It is really important that if you are confused, upset or concerned about anything that you tell your parents/guardians or a staff member.
If we do not know about it, we cannot help – and we really want you to be happy!
19 February 2021
There is no doubt that effective teachers promote excellence in student achievement by setting aspiring goals and enabling young people to achieve their personal best.
17 February 2021
Snorkelling, surfing, fishing, kayaking and hiking were among the experiences enjoyed by Knox Grammar School Year 8 students on their recent camp near Depot Beach on the NSW South Coast.
21 December 2020
Our founding Headmaster, Neil MacNeil, oversaw the growth of the School in the vibrant post war period, through the deprivation of the Great Depression and forward to the outbreak of World War II.
