Junior School

Maths Week

This week, the College celebrated Maths Week, creating an opportunity to celebrate all things Maths and deepen our students’ love for mathematics across all year levels. Teachers designed lessons that encouraged students to explore mathematical concepts in ways that sparked curiosity, built confidence, and promoted creative problem-solving.

In our all-boys context, we know that many of our learners' flourish when challenged with hands-on, open-ended tasks—especially those that blend healthy competition with opportunities for exploration and discovery. From group challenges to individual investigations, students continue to be immersed in activities that showcase the dynamic and engaging nature of mathematics.

Our staff are committed to continue tailoring their teaching approaches to meet a diverse range of learning styles. Their dedication reinforces the powerful message that mathematical thinking is about more than just numbers—it’s about fostering curiosity, building resilience, and encouraging inquiry. By helping students connect classroom learning with real-life applications, we aim to inspire a lifelong appreciation for mathematics.

We also extend our gratitude to the boys for their enthusiasm, energy, and positive approach to learning. Their curiosity and drive continue to inspire our educators to create meaningful and challenging mathematical experiences that support growth, confidence, and a spirit of discovery.  

God Bless,  

James McPherson  

Head of Junior School 

Year 4 Soccer Carnival

The welcomed sunshine and warmer weather were certainly appreciated by our Year Four students (and spectators) at our Year 4 Soccer Carnival against Aquinas on Thursday. The boys showcased their amazing skills at the carnival, putting into action everything they’ve learned during their Thursday afternoon training sessions. It was fantastic to see their confidence and teamwork shine on the field. 

A huge thank you to all the parents who helped manage the teams on the day, our Year 9 students who volunteered their time to referee, and to those who were in attendance to support their son. 

The 2025 Angelico Art Exhibition

The Angelico Exhibition for Catholic Students is a prestigious annual event on the Catholic school Art calendar and was named after Blessed Fra Angelico, Patron before God of Artists.

In 2025 the Primary and Secondary Exhibitions will again combine to form the Angelico Exhibition. This exhibition showcases outstanding, artistic results from a range of Catholic students and schools across our State.

These artworks will be on display at The Forrest Centre, 221 St George’s Terrace, Perth during office hours (9.00am-5.00pm) from Monday, 11 August – Friday, 29 August. A Saturday viewing day has been arranged for the 23rd of August from 1.30 pm - 3.00pm.

A very big congratulations to the following Junior School boys whose artworks have been selected to represent Trinity College:

• Year 5 – Alex Meakin, Sebastian Smith, Lucas Santo, Thomas Newman

• Year 6 – Marcus Neves, Tinotenda Shopera, Dan McCutcheon-Hill

• Year 6 Group submission – Lucas Neves, Marcos Neves, Elijah Keane, Jesse Shinkfield, Leo Warner, Noah Richelieu, Jack Healy, Nate Scaletti, Ollie Nguyen, Isaac Cloud

We wish all the entrants the best of luck in their various categories!

Mrs Shanahan

Visual Arts Teacher

HOJS Forum

The Term Three Head of Junior School Forum will be held on Friday, 29 August at 1:45 pm in Gibney Hall. I look forward to welcoming parents to this forum to answer any questions regarding the Junior School and provide an update on recent events and implementations within the Junior School.   

Year 4 Fundraiser

The annual Ian McRae Cup match between the Junior School A Football team and Aquinas College will be held on Wednesday, 20 August on Mann Oval. Students are welcome to order a sausage sizzle and drink to support our Year 4 Christian Service Fundraiser for Wheelchair for Kids. Please just ensure that once completing your order via the online store, that you enter your sons full name and class at checkout.

Book Week – Junior School Dress Up

The College will celebrate Book Week in Week 5. The boys are invited to dress as their favourite book character on Thursday, 21 August. We will begin the day with a ‘Book Week Parade' in the Junior School Undercover Area at 8:30 am. Parents are welcome to attend. Book Week will be followed by the Scholastic Book Fair which will be held in the Junior School Library in Week 7, from Tuesday, 2 September to Friday 5 September.

Father’s Day – Save the Date 

Our annual Father’s Day breakfast will be held on Friday 5 September, from 7:30 am – 9:30 am. As is tradition, we ask boys and dads to wear their favourite footy colours on the morning. This year, our celebration will continue beyond breakfast with a reading morning. More details will be shared in the coming weeks.

Share the Dignity

Earlier this year, on International Women’s Day, the Junior School held a fundraiser for Share the Dignity. This charity organisation is working towards ending period poverty in Australia. As a College, we are continuing to support this organisation throughout Term Three. We are asking for donations for period products to be placed in the pink boxes within the Junior School administration or main College reception.

Dates to Remember