Junior School

Edmund Rice Day

At Trinity College, we are proudly a Catholic school in the tradition of Blessed Edmund Rice. On Tuesday 5 May, we celebrate his Feast Day, a significant moment in our calendar and an opportunity to reflect on the values that continue to shape our community.

Over the coming week, Junior School staff will take time to remind the boys of our rich history and the enduring influence of Edmund Rice. He was a man who recognised the transformative power of education and dedicated his life to offering hope, dignity, and opportunity to young people, especially those most in need.

Born in Ireland in 1762, Edmund witnessed hardship, poverty, and injustice firsthand. Instead of turning away, he responded with compassion and action. He established schools grounded in faith, respect, and a deep belief in the potential of every child. His legacy has shaped generations of learners across the world, including here at Trinity College.

Today, Edmund Rice’s spirit is alive in our classrooms, playgrounds, and relationships. His values, presence, compassion, liberation, and courage continue to guide how we teach, learn, and support one another. We are proud to foster an environment where every boy feels known, valued, and encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, and personally.

For our boys, Edmund’s example is a reminder that leadership begins with kindness, that service enriches our community, and that each person has the capacity to make a positive difference. His legacy challenges us to act with integrity, stand up for justice, and contribute to a school culture where all can flourish.

As we come together as a whole College on Friday 8 May, we look forward to celebrating our Spirit of Community. Your generous support, whether through the Cake Stall, sponsoring your son in the Fun Run, or encouraging him to participate in the day’s activities, helps us continue making a difference to the marginalised, honour Edmund’s legacy, and live out our mantra of being Men for Others.

God Bless,

Mr James McPherson

Head of Junior School

Year 6 Mother’s Day Liturgy and Morning Tea

Next week

As has been communicated previously, our Mother’s Day Liturgy and Morning Tea will be held on Thursday, 7 May. A reminder that this year's Liturgy and morning tea will be celebrated with our Year 6 boys and their mothers or special guest.

The Liturgy will begin at 8.40am in the College Chapel. Year 6 students will attend with their guest; following the Liturgy, students and their invited guest will enjoy Morning Tea together in Gibney Hall. Morning Tea will conclude at 10.15am with our Year 6 Students returning to class with their class teacher. A reminder to RSVP to this event.

Also, if you have not already done so, please email junior.school@trinity.wa.edu.au a photo of your son and his mother or invited guest. To ensure these are included in the presentation, please have them sent by Friday, 1 May.

Edmund Rice Day 

Our annual Edmund Rice Day will be Friday, 8 May. All Junior School students will be asked to provide items for a whole school cake stall at (morning tea) as part of this fundraising day. We will share more details throughout next week. 

A reminder that Junior School students will wear their Faction Uniform on the day. All students are asked to bring a $2 gold coin donation, collected by their Class Teacher on the morning of Edmund Rice Day. Additionally, boys can commence fundraising for their Fun Run For India, via the link below.

House Cross Country Carnival

The Junior School House Cross Country Carnival will be held on Thursday, 7 May. The event will take place at the Waterford Playing Fields, 6 Elderfield Rd Manning. Below are the details for the afternoon. 

• 12.55pm – Year 4 Race (1.6km)

• 1.20pm – Year 5 Race (2.5km)

• 1.50pm – Year 6 Race (3km)

• 2.20pm – Presentations

• 2.30pm – Event conclusion (buses back to Trinity) 

Parents are reminded that boys are not permitted to leave until the conclusion of the event at 2.30pm. We kindly ask that boys remain in their house bays when they are not racing, and parents remain in the designated areas for viewing. At the conclusion of the event, parents are welcome to take boys home. We look forward to seeing many spectators in attendance.

Year 6 Transition Program

Information Session

All Year 6 parents are invited to an information session regarding Year 7. At this session, we will provide information about surrounding subjects in the Senior School, academic expectations, and co-curricular opportunities. We will also provide further information on the transition experiences which our Year Six boys will commence in Semester Two. This event will take place on Friday 5 June at 1.30pm in the Staff Lounge. Please RSVP below.

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