Recognising the Strength of Our Early Learning Community

Recognising the Strength of Our Early Learning Community

The earliest years are an important time for building confidence, curiosity and a love of learning. They also provide the foundation for future success at school and beyond.

We are delighted to announce Trinity Grammar School’s Early Learning Centre (ELC) has been awarded the highest possible rating of Exceeding the National Quality Standard (NQS) across all seven quality areas, recognising the quality of education and care provided to our youngest learners.

The National Quality Standard sets the national benchmark for early childhood education and care across Australia. An Exceeding rating is reserved for services where the highest-quality practice is embedded throughout the learning environment. It reflects a culture of continuous improvement, thoughtful reflection and genuine collaboration with families and the wider community.

This achievement is a testament to the dedication, expertise and passion of Trinity’s Early Learning educators, who create a nurturing environment where every child is known, supported and inspired to thrive.

Director of the Early Learning Centre, Naomi Wright, said the result reflects the collective commitment of the entire ELC community.

We are incredibly proud to receive this recognition. It celebrates the commitment, care and dedication that make our ELC such a special place to belong. Through strong relationships, thoughtful teaching and meaningful partnerships with families, we create opportunities for children to develop confidence, self-awareness, independence and a genuine love of learning that will support them well beyond their early years.

I would like to thank my colleagues, whose passion, professionalism and unwavering commitment to continuous improvement drive our journey each day. Their hard work, grit and vision inspire us to continually strive to deliver the very best outcomes for children and families.”

Three Teams. Three Grand Finals. One Outstanding Display of Character.

Three Teams. Three Grand Finals. One Outstanding Display of Character.

Teamwork. Determination. Resilience.

These qualities were on display throughout last week’s Winter Grand Finals, as Trinity proudly fielded teams in football, soccer and badminton. While each team experienced a different result, all three represented the school with courage, commitment and outstanding sportsmanship.

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The First XI Soccer team delivered a memorable Grand Final performance, producing a remarkable comeback to defeat PEGS 4–2 after extra time and claim the 2026 AGSV Premiership.

Showing composure under pressure and unwavering belief in one another, the team demonstrated the resilience and teamwork that have defined their season. Congratulations to the players and coaches on a well-deserved premiership.

Football

Our First XVIII Football team took on Marcellin in a fiercely contested Grand Final. The team fought courageously from the opening bounce, refusing to give in despite the challenge, before finishing runners-up, 43–58.

Although the premiership proved just out of reach, the players’ resilience, teamwork and determination throughout the match reflected the character they have built across an outstanding season.

Badminton

Trinity’s Firsts Badminton team faced a strong Camberwell side, finishing runners-up 1–5 in a competitive Grand Final.

Despite the final score, the team never stopped competing, displaying determination in every match and producing one of the day’s most memorable comeback victories after saving multiple match points to turn the contest around. It was a fitting example of the resilience shown by the team throughout the season.

To have three Trinity teams competing on the biggest stage of AGSV sport is a tremendous achievement and a testament to the dedication of our students, coaches and support staff.

While one team celebrated a premiership and two finished as runners-up, every player demonstrated the qualities that define Trinity sport: commitment to one another, resilience in the face of adversity and the determination to compete with integrity until the very end.

Congratulations to all three teams on outstanding seasons and for representing Trinity with such pride.

Trinity Students Recognised with Premier’s VCE Awards

Trinity Students Recognised with Premier’s VCE Awards

Trinity Grammar School is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of five students from the class of 2025 who were recognised at the 2026 Premier’s VCE Awards ceremony held last night.

The Premier’s VCE Awards recognise students across Victoria who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement in the Victorian Certificate of Education.

The following Trinity students were honoured:

  • Thomas ChanTop All-Round VCE High Achiever Award and Specialist Mathematics
  • Samuel Shaw – Latin
  • Konstantinos SiamidisMathematical Methods
  • Daniel Lee – Mathematical Methods
  • Declan Black – Psychology

While these prestigious awards recognise outstanding academic achievement, they also reflect a mindset of curiosity, perseverance and growth. They celebrate students who have embraced opportunities, pursued their passions and continually challenged themselves to achieve their personal best.

Congratulations to these young men on this well-deserved recognition. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and look forward to seeing the many ways they continue to make a positive contribution to their communities in the years ahead.

A Sweet Success for the 2026 Trinity/Ruyton Musical

A Sweet Success for the 2026 Trinity/Ruyton Musical

Last week, more than 120 students from Trinity Grammar School and Ruyton Girls’ School took to the stage for the 2026 Trinity/Ruyton musical, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Performed to enthusiastic audiences, the much-loved story was brought to life through outstanding performances, memorable musical numbers and an incredible production that delighted theatre-goers of all ages.

Behind every performance was the dedication of a talented team of students working on stage, in the orchestra, backstage and behind the scenes, whose collective efforts made the production such a success.

Congratulations to all of our performers, musicians, crew and staff. Your creativity, commitment and courage shone throughout the week, making this year’s musical an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.

Trinity Community Recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

Trinity Community King's Birthday Honours 2026 Rick Tudor

Trinity Community Recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

We are delighted to congratulate former Headmaster Rick Tudor AM, Professor Konrad Pesudovs AM (OTG 1986) and Brigadier David McCammon AM (OTG 1994) on being recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List. 

The honours acknowledge their outstanding leadership, service and contribution across education, medicine, military service and the broader community. 

Rick Tudor, who served as Trinity’s Headmaster from 1999 to 2013, has been recognised for his significant service to secondary education governance and the not-for-profit sector. Widely respected for his years of dedicated leadership at Trinity, Rick played an important role in shaping the school community and the lives of generations of students. 

Professor Konrad Pesudovs has been acknowledged for his outstanding contributions to ophthalmology and eye health research. An internationally recognised researcher and clinician, he was also identified as the world’s most cited optometrist in 2021, reflecting the global impact of his work in improving eye care and vision outcomes. 

Brigadier David McCammon has been honoured following a distinguished military career spanning nearly three decades, marked by exceptional leadership, operational service and an enduring commitment to the soldiers under his command. 

We are proud to celebrate Rick, Konrad and David on this well-deserved recognition and thank them for the meaningful contributions they continue to make in their respective fields and communities. 

AGSV First XI Cricket Ground & Pitch Awards

AGSV First XI Cricket Ground & Pitch Awards

Celebrating First Place Ranking for the AGSV Ground and Pitch Awards 2025-2026!

The Trinity Marles Playing Fields, tended by our incredible Bulleen grounds staff, earned perfect scores in three out of four rounds of the AGSV summer sport season, to be recognised as the leading First XI cricket ground and pitch across the AGSV schools.

Congratulations to Peninsula Grammar on 2nd place and Mentone Grammar on 3rd place.

We have also taken out the individual prize for the Pitch award, along with a three-way tie between Peninsula Grammar, PEGS and Ivanhoe Grammar for the Outfield award, with each school scoring perfect results across all four rounds.

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For the team at Bulleen, winning this award is a massive honour. To be recognised by the AGSV to have the best cricket pitch and fields is something we all take a lot of pride in.

Brandon D’Amore – Trinity’s Sports Grounds Head Curator

Assessments were made with the consideration of 14 questions, split into an equal 1-point factor, going towards the total, meaning no one factor had more weight than any other for the total score of 14.

Congratulations to our Bulleen team, Brandon, Tristan and the grounds staff, on behalf of Trinity and all of the schools who compete at our Marles Playing Fields for the time, expertise and craft to make the grounds match-ready every round.

We also extend our appreciation to the umpiring panel for their involvement in ranking the various categories after each match.

Learning from Country: Trinity Students on Reconciliation Camp

Learning from Country: Trinity Students on Reconciliation Camp

“To me, sharing my country means keeping my culture alive and connecting deeply with others.”

– Year 9 student, Dylan.

Last week, a group of Trinity’s First Nations students, alongside several non-Indigenous mates, spent three powerful days on East and West Gunditjmara Country in Western Victoria as part of our annual Student Reconciliation Camp.

Three powerful days on Country for a group of our young people increasing their understanding of culture, community and what reconciliation looks like in action.

Travelling to East and West Gunditj Country in Western Victoria for our annual Reconciliation Camp, our Trinity students shared the experience of learning and listening.

From a warm welcome at Framlingham, where students heard stories of trade routes, songlines and Budj Bim, the experience was both grounding and eye-opening.

The visit was especially poignant for our Trinity students who come from this beautiful community just outside Warrnambool. The group also travelled from Framlingham to Moyjil, a significant cultural heritage site at the mouth of the Hopkins River, where middens emerging from lava flow have recently been estimated to be between 80,000 and 120,000 years old, reshaping theories of Aboriginal presence in Australia.

On ANZAC Day, the group took part in a Welcome and Smoking Ceremony at the Convincing Ground, before attending the Portland service as guests of Windamara Aboriginal Corporation and Gunditjmara Cultural Educator Braydon Saunders.

Insights were shared into the caring for Country work undertaken by Gunditjmara Rangers to restore and sustain environmental balance across the landscape.

As guests, our young people deepened their understanding of Country, culture, lore and the lasting legacy of settlement, whilst considering the celebration of ANZAC day in this context.

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A truly meaningful opportunity to reflect on history, culture and the significance of the day through a broader lens.

Australia Day Honours: An Old Trinity Grammarian Making a Lasting Difference

Australia Day Honours: An Old Trinity Grammarian Making a Lasting Difference

Nick Pearce OAM (OTG 2011) awarded Medal of the Order of Australia

We are delighted to congratulate our past Trinity student, Nick Pearce OAM (OTG 2011), who was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for service to the community through the not-for-profit sector.

Nick, along with the co-founder of their Melbourne-based streetwear label and social enterprise HoMie, was recognised at this year’s Australia Day Honours. HoMie’s profits go towards supporting young people affected by homelessness or hardship.

When Nick was at Trinity, he became very engaged in community activities, and took every opportunity to take on further leadership opportunities in this space.

“I think what I learnt most from my time at school was to be open to trying new things as you never know where they’ll lead you.”

– Nick Pearce OAM

Nick is one of the featured Old Trinity Grammarians in our Choose Your Own Adventure campaign, highlighting the interesting journeys of our alumni.

You can read more about Nick via link below.

A huge congratulations to Nick on this achievement from all of us at Trinity.

Learn more about Nick here

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Stepping Up with Pride and Purpose – celebrating our 2026 Student Leaders

Stepping Up with Pride and Purpose – celebrating our 2026 Student Leaders

“I feel proud to be given this opportunity to represent my peers and give back to the school that’s given me so much.” – 2026 Trinity School Captain, Darcy Stewart. 

We are delighted to announce our student leadership appointments for 2026! Darcy is joined by four Vice Captains, Ryan Cen, Tate Harrison, Anthony Papaleo and Ahilan Sudheshan. 

Our five student leaders report feeling excited and honoured at being appointed, while also feeling humbled as they step into their captaincy roles for the final term of Year 11 and into Year 12. 

Being appointed as a student leader feels like a culmination of all of my experiences at Trinity, experiences that have shaped my character and helped me grow as a young Trinity man,” Tate says. 

“Starting at Trinity in 3-year-old ELC, my desire to be a student leader only got stronger throughout my school journey. I have always seen this position as an opportunity to represent my school with pride and influence my peers to do the same,” Tate adds. 

Ahilan agrees, “being appointed as a student leader has given me the opportunity to take on a new level of responsibility around school”. 

“This is something which I strongly value and I am so excited to take on any challenges that the year will bring,” Ahilan says.

The captains have reflected on the people who have influenced and encouraged them along their educational journey, sharing sentiments of support from family and friends. 

“I was really encouraged by my friends and teachers to go for a captaincy, and having their belief and support made the decision even more meaningful,” Darcy says. 

Furthermore, he was inspired by his older brother, who graduated from Trinity in 2023.  

“He showed me that it’s possible to work hard and aim high while still staying involved in the things you enjoy,” Darcy adds. 

Ryan explains that he would not have imagined applying for a school captaincy role until this year.  

“Throughout my time at Trinity, I’ve been lucky to take part in many opportunities across the school, and the support I’ve received has helped me grow and develop as a person, which encouraged me to apply for this role and further contribute to the Trinity community,” Ryan says. 

Ryan adds that teachers from the Technology department have probably been the most influential in his growth as a student and a person.  

“Both in and beyond the classroom, they’ve taught me to problem solve, adapt and encouraged me to give everything a go, and I’m really grateful for their support and encouragement throughout my time at school,” he states. 

Meanwhile, Anthony shares that his biggest passion at school is outreach. 

“I enjoy being involved in projects and programs that have a real impact on others, both inside and outside the school community,” Anthony says. 

He reflects that he wants to be an empathetic leader, someone who listens and understands before acting.  

“I think empathy helps create a stronger, more connected school community where everyone feels supported.” 

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I feel proud to be given this opportunity to represent my peers and give back to the school that’s given me so much.

2026 Trinity School Captain, Darcy Stewart

Trinity Grammar School announces the appointment of Mr Sean Cox as Deputy Principal, commencing January 2026

Trinity Grammar School announces the appointment of Mr Sean Cox as Deputy Principal, commencing January 2026

Trinity Grammar School, Kew is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Sean Cox as the new Deputy Principal, following an extensive executive search process. 

Commencing Term 1 next year, Sean brings deep expertise in educational leadership, having successfully led senior school, whole-school campus operations (ELC to Year 12) and boarding programs across Victoria and Queensland. 

His wealth of academic credentials includes a Master of Education (Leadership and Management), a Master of Business Administration, and formal qualifications in Education, Educational Neuroscience, and Exercise and Movement – reflecting a broad and interdisciplinary approach to learning and leadership. 

Currently serving as Head of Senior School at Wesley College, Glen Waverley, Sean is widely regarded as an ethical and relational leader. His leadership is anchored in collaboration, strategic foresight, and an unwavering commitment to ensuring that every voice is heard, respected, and valued. 

On his appointment, Sean shared: 

“It is with both pride and humility that I accept the role of Deputy Principal at Trinity Grammar School. The opportunity to contribute to an aspirational community defined by connection and tradition is one I am immensely looking forward to.  

Throughout the interview process, I was struck by the authenticity of my interactions with students and staff. I look forward to getting to know the students, families, and alumni when I commence in 2026, and working alongside the dedicated staff team to support the continued growth of Trinity.” 

With a clear alignment with Trinity’s purpose and values, we warmly welcome Sean and look forward to the energy, insight, and impact his leadership will bring. 

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Belong

Inclusion, respect, safety and relationships.

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Engage

Encouraging active learning, metacognition, creativity, and strong communication

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Strive

Identity, character, resilience, compassion, service and help-seeking, encouraging goal-setting, persistence and personal effort

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Thrive

Promoting overall wellbeing and healthy development supporting ambition, goals, purpose, passion, leadership, pathways and performance

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Trinity Grammar School, Kew is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Sean Cox as our new Deputy Principal, commencing Term 1, 2026.