What does doing things the ‘Trinity way’ mean to you?

Trinity Year 8 student

In the classroom, the ‘Trinity way’ is all about lifting each other up, representing the school positively and sharply in outside activities and staying humble. The ‘Trinity way’ helps students develop their character and increase their confidence, encouraging them to believe in themselves and trust that they can achieve their goals.

At Trinity, the Maths classroom is a place brimming with discussion and collaboration, turning students into engaged learners who seek their own solutions. The ‘Trinity way’ in the Maths classroom is about pushing yourself to the limits and trying as hard as you can to solve a problem, overcoming failures and continuing to give everything your best shot.

This way, we’re able to develop our problem-solving abilities and empower those around us to succeed and achieve great results. Turning an ordinary classroom into a place full of bright minds working together to embark on the next adventure.

As a passionate Maths student, representing Trinity in many competitions and events, Maths lets me teach and be taught. This is what I believe is the true gift of the ‘Trinity way’.

Trinity parent and Friends of Football convenor

Doing things the ‘Trinity way’ isn’t easy to describe, but as a parent, I see the result as an invisible hug that creates a culture of inclusiveness and community for all.

Over the last eight years, both my boys have had access to not only highly capable teachers to support their education, but doing things the ‘Trinity way’ has ensured they feel connected, engaged and supported through their sports by their teachers. Whilst this benefit cannot be measured or marketed by an ATAR; it’s the mental and physical benefits to the students that parents value during these adolescent and formative years.

Doing things the ‘Trinity way’ is less about playing for the win in sport, but rather the respectful engagement and the friendships for all from being involved in sport. Doing things the the ‘Trinity way’ is also about ensuring all abilities are welcome. With positive engagements in sport, the benefits of participation extend well beyond secondary school years.

As an active parent volunteer in the Trinity sports program, in particular Football and Snowsports, doing things the ‘Trinity way’ is also very much predicated on the unique trust between the parent community and the school in ensuring we all work harmoniously together to play our part in keeping sports fields a safe, fun and welcoming space for the students, parents and staff.

Trinity teacher and Teacher in Charge of Rugby

Wearing the ‘green and gold’ has long been something for me even before I set foot on the shores of Australia. It is every boy and girls’ dream to wear the green and gold of South Africa one day. As with achieving the glory of wearing the green and gold, it is never handed or given to you, it takes hard work, dedication, grit and passion to achieve this. But as I sit so far away from my country of birth, I have found a new green and gold to be proud of and work hard for, I have found another reason to achieve and throw passion into, the green and gold of Trinity Grammar School, Kew.

You see, the ‘Trinity way’ is not just a slogan or a fancy way to use a new font, it is something that runs deep, to be a better person not just today but for the future too. Like all journeys, it has its ups and downs, its challenges and rewards and along the way you meet people that themselves believe and live the ‘Trinity way’, and it is those that we hold dear to our hearts and count as lifelong friends and confidants.

Can I myself be better in the passions I have and the things I do? Can we as a school be better in what we do? Absolutely we can. In order to be the best, you can’t accept good to be excellent. Excellent needs to be exceptional, only then can you achieve that high standard and the ‘Trinty way’, the people, the passions and their care is there for all of us to realise our own dreams along with others.

Trinity alumnus

To me, the ‘Trinity way’ means approaching every challenge with integrity, humility and a relentless commitment to excellence. On the sports field – particularly in football for me – it’s never just about the scoreboard. It’s about how you play: with discipline, respect and pride in representing your team.

Over time, I’ve come to believe that great teams are built not just on talent, but on character. The most successful clubs I’ve been part of were led by individuals who put the team first, supported one another, and led by example – on and off the field. That, to me, is the essence of the ‘Trinity way’.

Though it’s been a while since I was in the classroom, those values continue to shape how I work and lead today. Whether collaborating with others or taking initiative independently, I strive to act with honesty, resilience and a mindset of service. The ‘Trinity way’ taught me that true success is grounded in character – and in the choices you make to grow, support others and lead with purpose.

Ultimately, the ‘Trinity way’ is more than a set of values-it’s a mindset. One that prioritises character as much as achievement, and challenges you to leave a positive mark wherever you go.