
Knox Year 11 student Barney Allen has reached the summit of Mount Elbrus (5,642m) the highest mountain in Russia and Europe.
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Conditions were challenging with strong winds and very cold weather. Mt Elbrus is located in the Russian Caucuses.
Barney is likely the youngest Australian to climb Mt Elbrus.

14 July 2026
Knox Grammar is proud to once again support the important work of Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury by hosting the Lifeline Book Fair over the school holidays.

14 June 2026
The annual Titration Competition remains an interschool co-curricular highlight, bringing together scientific rigour, steady hands and a shared pursuit of precision. This year, Knox was pleased to host teams from Pymble Ladies’ College in the Senior Chemistry Laboratories.

06 June 2026
"Our biggest encouragement is to really get involved,” said Charley (Year 12), Head Prefect of Wellbeing. "Talk to new people, contribute to discussions, and make the most out of every opportunity that comes your way.”
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