An esteemed teacher at one of Sydney's most prestigious private schools has been abruptly dismissed following the discovery of his active profile on the gay dating app Grindr, Daily Mail Australia can reveal.
William Gulson, a long-serving and respected member of the Knox Grammar School faculty, was terminated after allegations surfaced that he was using the application and had engaged in sending explicit messages. The elite Wahroonga institution, which charges fees upwards of $37,000 per year, confirmed the 'serious misconduct' and the teacher's immediate departure.
A Prestigious Institution Rocked by Scandal
The incident has sent shockwaves through the school community, known for its strict values and high academic standards. Parents and alumni have been left questioning the safeguarding protocols in place at the Uniting Church-affiliated school.
Mr. Gulson, who had taught geography and was a housemaster, was a well-known figure at the school for many years. The discovery of his activities on the platform, which is primarily used for casual encounters, has raised serious concerns about conduct and propriety.
School Leadership Takes Immediate Action
In a communication to parents, Headmaster Scott James stated the school was made aware of allegations regarding the teacher's 'conduct outside of the school'. An immediate investigation was launched, leading to the educator's dismissal for breaching the school's staff code of conduct.
'The school took immediate action and the staff member is no longer employed at the school,' Mr. James wrote. He emphasised the school's unwavering commitment to child safety and its zero-tolerance policy towards any behaviour that falls short of its expected standards.
The school has reportedly notified the NSW Teacher Registration Board and other relevant authorities of the incident, underscoring the gravity of the situation.
