MEN FOR OTHERS Trinity College is a Catholic day school for boys from Years 4–12 in the Edmund Rice tradition.
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It is our intention that when they complete their education here, they will be confident, caring and giving young men – or what we call – Men for TrinityOthers.hasa clear vision to continue to be a leader in boys’ education in the Edmund Rice tradition. Our teachers are ever striving to ensure every Trinity boy receives a high quality education. As well as that, we provide ample learning opportunities and experiences that will be relevant to future careers and life beyond the When your son joins us your whole family is welcomed into the Trinity community, so as you walk through our grounds, I hope you get a sense of our strong ‘TC Spirit’. For more information and to learn more about everything we can offer, please visit our website www.trinity.
Our students are at the heart of everything that we do. Entrusted to us by their parents, we are here to encourage boys to be the best they can be and find genuine fulfilment, happiness and security in their lives.
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At Trinity we strive to provide an environment and curriculum where boys will flourish and succeed; where they will thrive in a competitive and changing world and develop as well-rounded Men for Others in their community.
...boys thrive in an all-boys environment... We Know Boys
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We strongly believe that boys thrive in an all-boys environment, so we allow our young men to build the confidence to take risks safely and learn in a setting where they can genuinely be 'who they are'.
It’s no secret that boys and girls are different and research shows that they mature at different rates – mentally, emotionally, spiritually and physically. They learn and interact differently and their education should be customised to their unique needs. We understand how boys learn, play and grow.
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• We provide an environment where boys build pride in their abilities, gain confidence when tackling areas of weakness and can explore many different learning opportunities using their natural curiosity.
Why Trinity?
• By eliminating gender stereotypes, Trinity boys can pursue their interests in many diverse programs – from sport to drama to dance – without any confusion or selfconsciousness.
• Our teachers value and understand how boys learn –they know what makes boys tick – their moods, how to motivate them and how to lead them.
• Boys need to run, play and be active and our campus invites that to happen –Trinity’s unique location on the Swan River, provides a variety of water sports, nature activities and valuable learning experiences in the Ouroutdoors.youngmen still get plenty of opportunities to interact with young women from local schools, with plenty of social activities organised throughout the year.
Trinity College’s rich history began in 1894, when Bishop Matthew Gibney and Brother Ambrose Treacy founded Christian Brothers’ College at 1 St Georges Terrace in Perth.
From the beginning, both boarders and day students were enrolled, but as the business section of the city expanded, the site became increasingly unsuitable as a boarding school. In 1938, the boarders were transferred to Mount Henry in Manning – the beginning of Aquinas College.
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Inspiring Minds Since 1894
In 1968 Trinity became a member of the Public Schools’ Association of Western Australia. In 1994, after a century of dedicated service by the Brothers to CBC and Trinity, a lay Headmaster, Mr Anthony Curtis, was appointed. The College now operates with an entirely lay staff. The school owes much of its current success to the tremendous work of the Christian Brothers who have modelled their life and work on the Blessed Edmund Rice who founded the Christian Brothers in 1802 in Waterford, Ireland. During the 200 years since Edmund Rice began his work, a strong tradition of generosity, hard work, dedication to youth, care for the disadvantaged, excellence in education and an active interest in all aspects of student life, has been developed and maintained at Trinity College.
CBC (Perth) continued at the St Georges Terrace site as a school for day students only. In 1962 staff and students were transferred to the College‘s present East Perth location, situated on the banks of the Swan River and the school was renamed Trinity College.
New initiatives are continually being incorporated so that Trinity’s young men are being guided to develop skills to be happy, resilient, independent and confident Men for Others who will make a difference in the Thecommunity.cultivation of compassionate care was the fundamental hallmark that distinguished the educational culture created by Edmund Rice and the first generation of Christian Brothers –and it is a hallmark that continues to distinguish Trinity College today.
Developing the Whole Boy ...Making the Man
This happens with Trinity’s unique continuity of care framework which ensures that each student and his family has dedicated staff members to speak to who are familiar with their journey at the Trinity’sCollege.wellbeing and pastoral care program continues to evolve to suit our changing world. The Pastoral Care Team oversees the entire spectrum of the program, and in particular, the wellbeing and mental health of our young men.
The wellbeing of your son is a responsibility we take seriously. Pastoral care is ingrained in every part of Trinity life as we develop the whole boy, so that he builds resilience and reaches his full potential. It means guiding him so that he builds good relationships, faces challenges and becomes an integral part of his community.
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FAITH (SPIRIT)
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Our Four Pillars ...nurturing a Boy’s
ACADEMICS (MIND) CULTURE (CREATIVITY) SPORT (HEALTHY BODY)
At Trinity College, educating your son is much more than academics – it is about nurturing the spirit, the mind, the creativity in him and developing a healthy body. Our goal is to see each boy be the best he can be, lead a fulfilling life and be active and responsible citizens of the future. Our spiritual dimension gives students a broad range of faith experiences including Christian service, retreats, cultural immersions and pilgrimages and religious education. Students explore and understand different aspects of religion and have many opportunities to apply that understanding to real-life situations, empowering them to become Men for Others. Our professional and dedicated teachers challenge and motivate each boy to achieve his academic potential whether that be a tertiary or non-tertiary pathway. As well as studying the traditional core subjects, boys can experience a rotation of exciting elective subjects that provides for the interests and academic needs of every boy. Our boys learn about and experience culture through total immersion, under expert instruction, in the Visual and Performing Arts; which include vocal, instrumental, dance and drama performance. Students can explore their creative side, stimulate their imagination and extend themselves in many ways in a safe and comfortable environment. Building a healthy body is more than involvement in sport. It builds valuable life skills: team work, cooperation, communication and the ability to strive for success against difficulties. At Trinity, each boy is encouraged to be the best he can be, to set high goals and standards, to acknowledge the efforts of others and to be humble in victory and gracious in defeat.
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Realising his Full Potential
Trinity’s Inclusive Education provides equity and consideration for those students who may require additional support, for those who require extension and for those who may have medical conditions that are a barrier to their learning.
• So that your son can realise his potential, we will strive to give him opportunities to shine.
While a range of subject-specific extension opportunities are offered by the College’s different learning faculties, the role of the Gifted & Talented Program is to provide crosscurricular academic extension that reaches beyond the traditional core subject areas.
• Once a student who needs learning support has successfully transitioned into his Trinity education, an individual development plan will be put into place tailored to his needs.
Each student who is supported by our Inclusive Education Department has a wide-ranging team around them. This team creates a management plan for each boy, identifying his needs and developing solutions to help him achieve his very best and maximise his potential.
• If your son needs to be inspired and challenged academically, he will be provided with extension and enrichment to suit his ability, maturity and individual strengths.
• Boys are nurtured so that they develop a true love of learning through an immersion in a broad range of multi-disciplinary academic experiences.
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• We aim to encourage him so that he wants to take the reins and engage in his passions and challenges beyond the traditional school curriculum.
The work of the Inclusive Education team begins long before he attends the College. Ensuring resources, staff and support classes are properly allocated, are paramount to a successful transition for students who need extra support.
GIFTED & TALENTED
Whether your son requires academic support or if his mind requires extending, he will be identified and catered for at Trinity.
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EDUCATIONAL LEARNING SUPPORT
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• We engage students in experiences that encourage them to become compassionate young men –becoming aware of the needs of others and acting to alleviate those needs – doing what is right rather than doing what is popular!
Growing Beyond Their Comfort Zone
In society today, it is easy to develop a sense of self-importance and to lose sight of what is happening in the world around you.
• They are invited to respond to people who are in need, through face-to-face encounters, which respect and honour the dignity of all.
...our men, young and old, are taught to look at the world differently...
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At Trinity, we feel a sense of pride and joy knowing that our men, young and old, are taught and encouraged to look at the world differently and work with others to make it a better place.
At Trinity, we encourage students to look beyond themselves and start to think “What can I do for others?” This perspective allows for the development of an attitude that will stand the boys in good stead for the rest of their days and is the key to developing each of them as Men for Others.
• All our students participate in Christian Service projects that will challenge them to grow into young men who are committed to building a more just society.
• They are guided to challenge themselves to grow beyond their comfort zones, develop relationships with different types of people and encouraged to make sacrifices of time, energy and resources to help others.
The College is also blessed with a fabulous public networktransportaround it.
WATERFORD PLAYING FIELDS
The planning, building and establishment of Camp Kelly came to fruition through to the dedication of many Trinity families and Old Boys who worked together and gave their services freely to create this educational centre which is enjoyed by all Trinity students.
The East Perth campus boasts many state of the art facilities, such as the highly acclaimed Curtis Aquatic Centre, the Brockwell Observatory, the Br PL O’Doherty Cultural Centre, the Treacy Technology Centre and the PL Duffy Library. To add to this list, some of the many new features in the new Sports Centre are an abseiling wall, retractable seating and beautiful river views. When boys need to let off steam and get some exercise they are spoilt for choice, with the Carrigg Court undercover area, Centenary Park and Mann Oval getting plenty of action at recess, lunch and before and after school. The Chapel is the spiritual heart of the College. This most interesting and significant building, with its circular shape, was designed with the altar in the centre, giving every person an uninterrupted view with greater feeling of involvement.
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Trinity College is situated in East Perth next to the WA Cricket Ground with the waters of the beautiful Swan River lapping at our doorstep and just a stone’s throw from the Perth CBD.
A Campus that has it All
CAMP KELLY Camp Kelly is Trinity’s Outdoor Education Centre, located on a magnificent 8.5 hectare property seven kilometres south of the town of Dwellingup in Western Australia, just over 100 kilometres from Perth. The camp backs on to State forest and is close to the Murray River.
While Mann Oval and Centenary Park are ideal for a run around during the school day, the vast majority of sport is played off-campus, at the Waterford Playing Fields. This extensive sporting ground is situated on 16.2 hectares of land that was given to the College by the Christian Brothers in 1965.
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Families are a valued part of our community
Becoming Involved
Parental involvement is encouraged at Trinity and one of the ways that parents enjoy being involved in their son’s education is by joining one of our ‘Friends of’ groups. From our Friends of Music to our Friends of Rowing, there are many groups that offer plenty of opportunity for involvement and fun.
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The Parent Council is Trinity’s representative advisory body through which parents can help the College fulfil its educational responsibilities and assist with the development of a community of parents, teachers and students. The sense of camaraderie and the benefits of making good friends and having fun, makes involvement in this parent group a wonderful experience.
Another option is the College Auxiliary, which is a long-standing institution at Trinity College, proudly continuing the tradition of providing practical support at the many events held at the College each year. However, more than that, the Auxiliary provides a wonderful opportunity to become involved in College life, to develop friendships with other parents and attend special events.
When your son joins us, your whole family is welcomed into the Trinity community and there are so many ways for a family to become a part of the Trinity College community.
- Vicki
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“We have lived through achievements, challenges, disappointment and have bounced back amongst the TC Spirit. This is our 15th year at Trinity and sadly our last. My wish for all of your sons and families, is a truly enriched, wonderful and blessed journey at TC.” Tot (Trinity Parent)
Trinity boys have the advantage of being inspired by generations of Old Boys who are effective and good community leaders – Men for Others. In time, your son, too, will be welcomed into that group of Old Boys – the Trinity-Terrace Old Boys’ otherwiseAssociation,knownasTOBA.
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In addition to maintaining the connection between past students, TOBA provides support and sponsorship to Old Boys and their families in the form of student bursaries. These bursaries support the sons or grandsons of Old Boys who, due to financial constraints, would not otherwise be in a position to afford a Trinity College education.
The bond that is a lifetime connection
Our Old ...KeepingBoysthe Spirit Alive
Old Boys are actively involved in the day-to-day life of Trinity College and they proudly serve as the integral conduit between past students of CBC Perth and Trinity College today. TOBA men are also part of significant school events and it is wonderful to see Old Boys and students sharing a story, knowing that they have a special connection.
The Old Boys’ Association was established at CBC in 1902 and continued on after CBC relocated to East Perth and was renamed Trinity College in 1962.
TOBA men continue to represent an institution of generosity, inclusiveness, excellence and community for all and support Trinity College in achieving its goal in providing a holistic, quality Catholic education and empowering its students to be Men for Others.
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WE ARE NOT CATHOLIC, CAN MY SON STILL ATTEND?
We welcome students from all religious denominations. All students are required to attend Mass, take religious education classes and participate in Christian Service activities.
WHAT IS THE MALE TO FEMALE TEACHING RATIO?
For Secondary School students, there is the opportunity to participate in Choir rehearsals or join our dance group, GIG (Guys in Groove). Students from Year 8 onwards will also have PSA sports training before school.
WHAT SPORTS CAN MY SON CHOOSE FROM?
Becoming Brothers Retreat
Frequently Asked Questions
At Trinity we strive for a gender balanced workforce. Our teaching staff currently is represented by 58% of male and 42% of female teachers.
There are a number of programs in place to ensure that new students transition seamlessly to life at Trinity: Orientation
• Winter (Terms 2 and 3): Cross country, football, hockey, badminton, soccer, rugby, athletics
• Junior School: 20-25 students
• Summer (Terms 1 and 4): Cricket, tennis, volleyball, swimming, water polo, basketball, golf, surfing and rowing
The transition to Trinity College begins at the end of Year 3 for students coming to Trinity in Year 4 and Year 6 for students coming in Year 7. All future Year 4 and Year 7 students are invited to attend an orientation day either at the end of Year 3 or Year 6 to meet their future classmates and find their way around the College. This is organised before the new school year begins as a way to introduce students to the school in a relaxed environment. Students commencing in Year 7 are also teamed up with Senior Ministers from Year 11, who have been carefully selected as role models and ‘big brother’ mentors.
ARE THERE ANY BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS?
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After school, both the Junior and Secondary School libraries are open for 'Homework Club' which is available to all students until 5:00 pm (with the exception of Fridays. Junior School also offers a range of co-curricular activities that students can participate in before, during and after school. Refer to the Year 4-6 Curriculum brochure for more information.
• Elective classes: 15-25 students
HOW MANY STUDENTS ARE THERE IN EACH CLASS?
First Day of Year 7 During their first day of Year 7 students also receive special presentations from key staff members welcoming them to the Secondary School which provide relevant course and school information. Students are guided through the day and shown how to do things that they would have not encountered in primary school. These include using lockers, accessing their timetable and using a campus map to work out where their classes are being held. Again, the Year 11 Senior Ministers play an important role of “big brothers” during this time. Year 7 students will also find that a Senior Minister or Year 12 College Prefect will have a locker in close proximity should they at anytime need any assistance.
For their first year of Secondary School, Year 7 students also undertake a subject called Transition. This is geared to assist students in transitioning to College life and involves 'getting to know you' activities, effective use of the College diary, establishing good homework and study routines and a general introduction to College life.
Many students at Trinity use public transportation. Your son will receive a SmartRider card on the first day of school and funds for travel can be deposited at registered outlets.
To view 'All Roads Lead to Trinity' video, visit https://bit.ly/ trinitytransport
• Years 7-12: approximately 25 students
IS IT EASY FOR MY SON TO GET TO AND FROM SCHOOL USING PUBLIC TRANSPORT?
The school is served by the Red & Yellow CAT buses, as well as specific Transperth Buses for Junior and Secondary Westudents.understand for our new students, that heading to the College for the first time may be a nerve-wracking experience, we therefore have created a video outlining all the different options available to ensure all our students have a safe and happy trip.
The Year 7 Becoming Brothers Retreat is a great induction experience where students build upon the friendships they have made in the opening weeks of the school term while making new friends. The objective of the Retreat is to make the Year 7s feel welcome and part of the Trinity College community. The three day, two night retreat takes place usually in week 4 or 5 of Term 1 and is held at Trinity’s Camp Kelly in Dwellingup. Activities usually involve team building, hiking and raft building.
MY SON IS COMING FROM A SMALL PRIMARY SCHOOL TO A LARGE CITY SCHOOL, WHAT SUPPORT WILL HE RECEIVE TO EASE THE TRANSITION?
Approximately two years prior to the year of entry, parents will be contacted by the College regarding the next stage of the Theprocess.College will invite families to an enrolment interview once all documentation has been received and if applicable, as a place becomes available. The enrolment interview will be conducted by a member of the College Leadership Team. YOUR SON
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At Trinity, we understand that deciding on the school for you son is a very important decision – and we don't treat this decision-making lightly. We invite you to contact our Registrars on (08) 9219 1121 at any time during the enrolment process to discuss your son's application progress.
We invite you to visit our College and see first-hand all that Trinity has to offer. We welcome families to attend on of one of our Open Day events held during the year or attend a mini group tour with one of our Registrars.
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At Trinity College student entry points traditionally occur in Years 4, 7 and 11, however, we welcome enquiries at all year levels and encourage all prospective families to contact the College to discuss a Trinity education.
The first stage of the enrolment process involves the completion and submission of the Application for Enrolment form, accompanied by the Registration Fee ($143) and photocopies of the prospective student's Birth Certificate and Baptism Certificate (if Baptised).
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www.trinity.wa.edu.au Trinity Avenue, East Perth, Western Australia 6004 +61 8 9219 1100 e reception@trinity.wa.edu.au INFORMATIONMORE For further information contact: Trinity College Registrars Telephone: +61 8 9219 1121 Email: registrar@trinity.wa.edu.au
