The Knox School (Australia)
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| Name |
The Knox School |
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| Address |
220 Burwood Highway |
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| Established |
February 1982 |
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| Community |
Suburban |
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| Type |
Independent |
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| Religion |
Non-denominational |
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| Students |
1000 Co-educational |
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| Grades |
Pre-Prep to 12 |
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| Nickname |
Noob |
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| Mascot |
Falcon |
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| Colours |
Blue, Gold and Maroon |
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| Motto |
Seek Wisdom and Understanding |
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The Knox School is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational day school, located in Wantirna South, Victoria, Australia.
The school is a member of the Eastern Independent Schools of Melbourne (E.I.S.M.) Association.[1]
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[edit] History of the Knox School
The Knox School was founded as Knoxfield College in February 1982. The school took over the Bialik School campus at 220 Burwood Highway.
The first principal was Dulcie Flinn, who was previously of the Presbyterian Ladies' College, Melbourne. From 1982 to 1985 there were eight portable classrooms - five for the Junior School and three for the Senior School. In 1985 Stage II building work was done.
The second principal was Baxter Holly. Under Holly's leadership, Knoxfield College developed Stage III, including the Performing Arts Centre and the Art Gallery. 1987 saw the first Year 12 class.
1992 saw the purchase of a 1.6 hectare block of land adjoining the school from a plant nursery. That area is now the Tew Field (named after Wally Tew, a local councillor), the school's synthetic hockey pitch. This was opened in 1996.
The third principal was Tony Conabere. He was appointed in July 1995. 1996 was another year of building, including the Pre-Prep campus and Tew Field, as well as the adjoining Pavilion.
In 1998 and 2000 the Knox School was ranked in Victoria's top ten schools, and in 1998 won the gold medal for Assessment Practice.
2000 saw the renaming of the school to Knox Grammar, however only a year later the school was further renamed to The Knox School after a "disagreement" with Knox Grammar School over the naming.[citation needed]
In 2002 the Information Common was opened by the then-Governor of Victoria, John Landy. This building incorporates a library, many computer facilities and a multimedia studio. The Knox Alumni had their first Annual General Meeting, and a gala dinner was held at the Crown Palladium.
In 2004 the fourth and current principal, Suzanne McChesney, was appointed. Also in that year the Philip Island Discovery Campus was purchased, but the project was scrapped due to the large amount of renovation required before it would become usable.
In 2005, the Junior School building was named the D. G. M. Flinn building after the school's first principal.
2006 saw the renaming of the Arts Centre to the Founders' Building, in honour of those who started the school.
In 2007, The Knox School celebrated its 25th anniversary, along with unofficially opening its new auditorium, and beginning renovations to part of the Senior School, with renovations to the science labs and the conversion of two rooms into a hospitality kitchen. This is expected to be completed by the start of the 2008 school year. The school also contributed to the building of a crossing over Burwood Highway, the main road students have to cross to catch outbound buses. An issue arose with the lights in which the timing was screwed up and a certain student, who for privacy sake will remain un-named, took it upon himself to have the problem resolved with no help from the school!!!!
Also, a gala dinner was held at the Crown Palladium to celebrate the 25th Anniversary, which was combined with the Year 12 Valedictory dinner.
[edit] House system
There are four Houses that are used for House Competitions such as the swimming and athletics, and arts carnivals. They are named after famous Australians.
[edit] Chisholm
Colour: Yellow
Named After: Caroline Chisholm
[edit] Flinders
Colour: Blue
Named After: Matthew Flinders
[edit] Lawrence
Colour: Red
Named After: Marjorie Lawrence
[edit] Paterson
Colour: Green
Named After: Banjo Paterson
[edit] Subjects
[edit] VCE Studies
Accounting
Art
Biology
Business Management
Chemistry
Chinese First Language
Chinese Second Language
Drama
English
English (ESL)
English Language
Further Mathematics
General Mathematics
Geography
German
Health and Human Development
History: Revolutions
Hospitality - Operations (VCE VET)
Indonesian Second Language
Information Technology
IT Applications
Japanese Second Language
Legal Studies
Literature
Mathematical Methods
Multimedia (VCE VET)
Music Solo performance
Outdoor and Environmental Studies
Physical Education
Physics
Psychology
Specialist Mathematics
Studio Arts
Tourism and Hospitality (VFE)
Visual Communication and Design
[edit] VET Studies
Certificate Name Certificate II in Hospitality (Operations)
Certificate II in Multimedia
Certificate III in Hospitality (Operations)
Certificate III in Multimedia
Certificate III in Retail Operations
VCE VET Retail Operations
[edit] School Song
[edit] Seek Wisdom And Understanding
Our school means so many things
As varied as our background
We learn play share in the pride
Of all we do
And as we strive to grow through the years
With knowledge and understanding
The Knox School
We're here to give our best for all
[edit] Fly Like A Falcon
This is our school, So let’s sing our song out loud
With standards and high values, Knox does Australia proud
Like falcons we’re decisive, Courageous, Swift and Bold
And we’ll cherish all our memories, As the years unfold
Fly like a falcon
Reach for the stars
Seek wisdom and understanding
The Knox School
It’s yours, it’s mine, it’s ours.
[edit] Schools
The Knox School consists of three sub schools:
[edit] The Junior School
* Playgroup * Early Learning Centre * Prep to Year 4
[edit] The Middle School
* Year 5 to Year 9
[edit] Senior College
* Year 10 to Year 12
[edit] Favorite Quotes
"May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand"
"Push ED!"
"COMMIT"
[edit] FAQ
1. What are your class sizes?
All class sizes from Prep to Year 12 are capped at 24 students.
2. How many students are there at the School?
There are approximately 800 students (boys and girls) across the entire School from Pre Prep to Year 12.
3. Is The Knox School affiliated with a religion?
No. The Knox School is a non-denominational school, welcoming students from all faiths and backgrounds.
4. How much are the fees?
The Knox School is an independent school and our total fees (including compulsory levies) range from $7,900 to $14,920 p.a. Please contact the School Registrar for a detailed Fee Schedule on +61 3 8805 3814 or registrar@knox.vic.edu.au
5. When is the best time to enrol?
Early enrolment is always recommended as it can be difficult to foresee what the demand for a particular year level will be. Some areas such as the Pre Prep and Prep year levels are restricted in the numbers they can take and therefore fill up very quickly. The demand for students entering the school at Year 7 has also grown rapidly with full intakes in the past few years.
6. How do I enrol?
An Application for Enrolment form can be obtained from the Registrar and needs to be completed and returned with the $250 enrolment fee. This fee is non refundable and per child. Early enrolment (at least a year prior to entry) should safely secure a place at the required year level.
7. Are there waiting lists?
Yes. The demand for some year levels necessitates the need for children to be waitlisted. To avoid being placed on a waiting list early enrolment is highly recommended (at least a year prior to entry).
8. Is there compulsory Saturday sport?
No. There is no Saturday sport at The Knox School.
9. Does The Knox School offer a bus service? Yes. We offer five chartered bus routes from surrounding suburbs, comprising of two coach services run specifically for The Knox School and three of our own buses. Additional bus stops and new bus routes will be considered given demand. Click here for more information about our location and transport options.
10. Can I come and see the School?
Yes! The Knox School invites prospective parents and their children to enjoy a Tour with the Principal. There are nine Tours with the Principal held throughout the year. These tours are an opportunity to observe classrooms in action and our facilities, and to talk with the Principal, Ms. Suzanne McChesney or the relevant Head of School about the School’s programs and offerings. We also offer one-on-one School Tours on request. Click here to find out more about our Tours with the Principal.
11. Can my child come and spend a day at The Knox School with no obligation to enrol?
Yes. Our ‘Spend a Day’ program is open to students who are considering entering Year 1 to Year 12 at The Knox School. Prospective students are immersed in The Knox School, attending classes, excursions, going to assemblies, events or even the canteen for lunch, as if they were a current student. Click here to find out more about Spending a Day at The Knox School.
[edit] References
- ^ The Knox School: Welcome (accessed:03-08-2007)
[edit] See also
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