Head-to-head · 2026

Knox Grammar School vs Reddam House

Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Sydney. Sourced from each school's published schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 11 June 2026.

The Education Desk · Editorial team, schools + fertility + family services · Updated 11 June 2026 · How we rank · Editorial standards

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At a glance

The headline differences

  • Sector: Knox Grammar School is Uniting Church; Reddam House is Independent (non-denominational).
  • Gender: Knox Grammar School is boys; Reddam House is co-educational.
  • Knox Grammar School offers boarding; Reddam House is day-only.
  • Year 12 fees differ by $6,920: Reddam House is more affordable.
  • Knox Grammar School is the older school (est. 1924 vs 2001).
  • Both schools are in Sydney, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.

Comparison

Side-by-side

Metric Knox Grammar School Reddam House
City / suburbWahroonga, SydneyBondi, Sydney
SectorUniting ChurchIndependent (non-denominational)
Genderboysco-educational
Year levelsPre-K to Year 12Early Learning-Year 12
ICSEA11871188
Year 12 fee$45,120$38,200
Year 7 fee$42,640$35,400
BoardingYesDay school
Founded19242001
ReligionUniting Church (originally Presbyterian); Christian values-basedNon-denominational

All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).

Knox Grammar School

Standout strengths

  • ›Largest GPS boys' school with broad co-curricular program
  • ›Strong rugby, rowing and athletics
  • ›Wellbeing-led 'Total Boy' framework

Uniting Church boys school in Wahroonga, Sydney. Largest GPS boys' school with broad co-curricular program

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Reddam House

Standout strengths

  • ›Modern co-ed eastern suburbs
  • ›Strong music + drama + visual arts
  • ›Personalised learning pathways

Independent co-educational school in Bondi, Sydney's eastern suburbs. Founded 2001. Non-denominational, day-only.

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Common questions

FAQs

Which is better, Knox Grammar School or Reddam House?

"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Reddam House. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Reddam House is more affordable. Both are in Sydney. The most meaningful comparison is on culture, programs, transport and entry pathway for your specific child – visit open days and talk to current parents.

What are the 2026 fees for Knox Grammar School and Reddam House?

Knox Grammar School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $45,120 (Year 7: $42,640). Reddam House's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $38,200 (Year 7: $35,400). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.

What are the ICSEA scores for Knox Grammar School vs Reddam House?

Knox Grammar School has an ICSEA score of 1187; Reddam House has 1188. The Australian median is 1000. ICSEA measures the socio-educational advantage of the school community – it correlates with academic outcomes but does NOT measure teaching quality or value-add. ICSEA is published by ACARA on MySchool.

Which school is older, Knox Grammar School or Reddam House?

Knox Grammar School is the older school (founded 1924 vs 2001 for Reddam House).

Do Knox Grammar School or Reddam House offer boarding?

Knox Grammar School: Yes. Reddam House: Day school only.

Next step

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