We’re excited to share that Firbank Grammar was recently featured in the Herald Sun in an article highlighting Melbourne’s 2026 School Captains from across the southeast.
Sophie Nicholls – captain
Why did you want to be school captain?
I’ve always dreamt of being Firbank school captain because I love this community and I wanted to give something back. In the coming year, I hope to celebrate all Firbank students and share my passion for this school with everyone.
How does it feel to be taking up the role?
To be taking on the role of school captain in 2026 feels surreal. It’s something I have always dreamt of since I joined the school, and I am honoured and excited to have been trusted with this responsibility.
What do you want to do after you graduate from high school?
After I leave the gates of Firbank, I would like to continue to develop my leadership skills, and keep making a positive impact, wherever that may take me.
Isabella Tranter – captain
Why did you want to be school captain?
My Firbank Grammar journey has been a place of learning; learning from my teachers, learning from my textbooks but above all, learning about what I am passionate about and where I belong. I aspired towards becoming a school co-captain to have the opportunity to instil this sense of belonging in all the students that walked through the Firbank gates, and continue to cultivate a school environment where students feel accepted, celebrated and supported at school.
How does it feel to be taking up the role?
Stepping into the role of school co-captain alongside one of my closest friends (Sophie) is a surreal privilege. I am incredibly excited for the opportunities ahead to continue building on the culture of care at Firbank, and foster and strengthen meaningful relationships within our school community.
What do you want to do after you graduate from high school?
After I graduate high school, I would love to have the opportunity to study a double degree of Law and Commerce. I aim to continue to build on the foundation of compassionate leadership that was instilled in me at Firbank and remain actively involved in the extra-curricular life of my university, whether it be through sports, student leadership, or community initiatives.
Article by: Gianni Francis, journalist for Leader and the Herald Sun
