Flexible, open plan learning environments for individual and group work, technology-enabled spaces for videoconferencing, a new canteen and vibrant new recreation areas are among the incredible new facilities available for students in the new Academy of Global Competency (Middle Academy) which opened for Years 9 and 10 students at Knox in Term 1.
Through this innovative project, the KG1 Building has been transformed into a contemporary learning and social environment for the boys.
This new home for boys in Years 9 and 10 has a focus on building the global competencies of 'creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, character and citizenship' within each boy.
“Preparing our students to succeed in an era of global uncertainty requires development of intellect, learning practical capabilities and mastery of the global competencies,” said Headmaster Scott James.
“With our new academy, we have been provided with facilities to foster innovation, creativity and communication,” said the Head of Middle Academy, Ms Elizabeth Ruff.
“It’s a truly unique space,” said Ms Ruff. “The students were closely consulted in the design process and the result is that we have a great diversity of spaces for the boys to learn and socialise.”
“With the opening of the Academy of Global Competency, we have completed our vision of providing an academy for each stage at the Senior School,” said Headmaster Scott James.
Students attending the Senior School now transition through the Roach Junior Academy (Years 7-8), the Academy of Global Competency (Years 9-10) and the Weeks Senior Academy (Years 11-12). Each academy has a specific focus and design based on the age and development needs of the students.
21 September 2026
"When I think about my own time at Knox, I realise just how many different parts of this school have shaped me,” our 2026 School Captain Mani said, as he gave his final speech at the Valedictory Ceremony. “I came here as a Year 7 boy, I had absolutely no idea what the next six years would look like. I picked up a saxophone. I played football. I took up Cadets. I got involved in Social Justice and Service.
18 September 2026
Yesterday, the stands at Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre were a sea of Black and Blue as students, parents, coaches, staff and supporters came together to cheer on our CAS Track and Field team, with the Tartan Army leading the charge.
15 September 2026
In 2025, Knox Grammar and Wahroonga Prep joined the Independent Schools NSW 'Respectful Relationships: Proactive Education' initiative. The program is designed to strengthen a whole-school approach to respectful relationships, helping young people develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions required to build healthy and respectful interactions throughout their lives.
