Two Knox students have topped the state in three HSC subjects – Hugh McKenzie Latimer and Jacob Johnstone received First in Course for Economics, and First in Course for English Extension 1 and Legal Studies respectively.
Nearly 130 students from around New South Wales gathered on Wednesday 13 December at Western Sydney University after receiving the exciting news, receiving a certificate from Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car.
Headmaster Scott James said: "We are incredibly proud of Jacob and Hugh for these distinguished accomplishments. Throughout their time at Knox, both students have demonstrated the utmost dedication in all endeavours, and this acknowledgement exemplifies their excellence in the academic arena.
"I also wish to acknowledge Jacob and Hugh’s teachers for their exceptional dedication and expertise, and the pivotal role they played in shaping these students’ academic journeys and contributing to their success.
"This achievement is a testament to the quality of teaching that defines Knox.”
Jacob was interviewed by the Sydney Morning Herald at the award ceremony – click here to see more.
Congratulations to Hugh and Jacob.
13 March 2026
We are thrilled to congratulate Knox Swimming for winning the Thyne Challenge Shield ten years in a row, and Knox Diving for winning the Steven Barnett Shield for the fourth time!
12 March 2026
Our senior students recently gathered for the 2026 Knox Careers Insight Evening. The evening opened with a powerful keynote from Aden Mann (OKG10), who challenged students to think differently about their futures and the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Drawing on his own journey since graduating from Knox in 2010, Aden shared practical advice on career adaptability and lifelong learning.
