The Knox School, Independent school, Wantirna South VIC

The Knox School

Wantirna South, VIC 3152

Independent

Co-Ed

Primary & Secondary

Years: Prep–12; Primary & Secondary
Students: 764; ACARA 2025
Annual fees: $12,576–$26,922; Domestic
Next open day: None listed; Ask about a tour

A community dedicated to personalised learning experiences and emotional growth for all students.

Focused on meaningful learning, the school fosters academic excellence, emotional wellbeing, and social connection through personalised programs. It offers early learning and various educational pathways, nurturing curiosity and resilience in a supportive, engaging environment.

School Overview

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School overview facts
School type	Primary & Secondary	Sector	Independent
Year levels	Prep–12	Enrolments	764
Early learning	Yes	Teacher–student ratio	1:9.2
Gender	Co-EdEarly Learning gender not confirmed.	Principal	Not available
Boarding	No	Founded	Not available

School overview facts
School type	Primary & Secondary
Year levels	Prep–12
Early learning	Yes
Gender	Co-EdEarly Learning gender not confirmed.
Boarding	No

School overview facts (continued)
Sector	Independent
Enrolments	764
Teacher–student ratio	1:9.2
Principal	Not available
Founded	Not available

Early learning & quality

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The Knox School

Early learning at this campus. Age programmes not yet confirmed.

The Knox School Pre-Prep Centre

WANTIRNA SOUTH · VIC · SE-00004063

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Quality areas7 areas

QA1Educational program and practice: Meeting NQS
QA2Children’s health and safety: Meeting NQS
QA3Physical environment: Meeting NQS
QA4Staffing arrangements: Meeting NQS
QA5Relationships with children: Meeting NQS
QA6Collaborative partnerships with families and communities: Meeting NQS
QA7Governance and leadership: Meeting NQS

ACECQA · 1 July 2026Report issued: 7 June 2023

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Programme availability is based on reviewed service links and school website evidence. ACECQA register snapshot: 1 July 2026.

Enrolment history

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys: 433(56.7%)
Girls: 331(43.3%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home: 67%
English only: 33%
Not stated: 0%

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The Knox School

220 Burwood Hwy, Wantirna South VIC 3152

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Key Highlights

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Strong 2025 VCE outcomes
In 2025, the school reported a median ATAR of 85.1 and 40% of students achieved 90+, indicating strong senior results.
Year 10 Constellation Series
Launched for 2026, every Year 10 student joins one of four journeys in Cambodia, Singapore, Budj Bim or Melbourne.
Junior School STEM integration
Junior School STEM is integrated across subjects, including robotics, coding and data mapping through applied classroom projects.

VCE Performance

VCE study scores, completions and baccalaureate outcomes for The Knox School

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Year	Median VCE Study Score	% of Study Scores 40+	% Satisfactory VCE Completions	# VCE Baccalaureate
2025	33	16.9%	97%	16
2024	33	7.4%	100%	7
2023	33	11.7%	100%	9
2022	32	7.1%	100%	7
2021	33	16.1%	98%	9

School Fees

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Indicative annual school fees by year level
Year Level	Domestic Students	International Students
Primary School
Prep	$12,576	$27,740
Year 1	$13,922	$27,740
Year 2	$15,044	$27,740
Year 3	$16,728	$30,029
Year 4	$18,301	$30,029
Year 5	$19,256	$32,734
Year 6	$20,430	$32,734
Secondary School
Year 7	$20,932	$36,723
Year 8	$22,449	$36,725
Year 9	$23,687	$39,239
Year 10	$25,371	$39,239
Year 11	$26,489	$40,811
Year 12	$26,922	$40,811

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