middle years

Learning and Curriculum

In the Middle Years, Trinity offers a broad and challenging curriculum supported by a strong co-curricular program. Learning is designed to help students discover strengths, build capability and begin shaping individual pathways as they grow in independence.

 

Recognising that Years 6 to 9 are a time of significant physical and emotional development, our approach combines high academic expectations with expert guidance and support, ensuring students are challenged, known and well supported as learners.

RESTORATIVE PRACTICE

Trinity uses a restorative approach to behaviour that focuses on relationships, responsibility and growth. All staff are trained in this approach, which aligns closely with our Lutheran values and supports a caring, respectful learning environment.

 

Through restorative practice, students are encouraged to take ownership of their actions, repair relationships and develop positive behaviours. This approach supports emotional literacy, accountability and mutual respect, helping students grow in confidence and maturity.

 

PERSONALISED LEARNING PATHWAYS

Trinity’s curriculum supports personalised learning pathways, allowing students to develop their strengths and interests as they move through the Middle Years. By the time students reach Year 10, pathways are clearly shaped to support academic, cultural or vocational directions, aligned with individual goals and aspirations.

Students study a broad range of subjects across all nine key learning areas through to Year 11. As they approach the Senior Years, students are supported to make informed subject choices aligned with their interests, strengths and eligibility for the Queensland Certificate of Education.

 

Additional academic support may be arranged where needed. The first point of contact for families is the student’s pastoral care teacher, who works closely with students to determine appropriate next steps.

OUR CURRICULUM: LEARNING AREAS

Trinity provides opportunities for students to learn in nine learning areas:

YEar 6/7 curriculum handbook YEar 8/9 curriculum handbook

LEARNING EXTENSION

At Trinity, we meet the needs of intellectually gifted and academically talented students in the following ways:

LEARNING SUPPORT

Our learning support approach is led by a specialist teacher and delivered through a collaborative team that works closely with students, families and classroom teachers. Support is tailored to individual needs, allowing students to progress at their own pace within a supportive learning environment.

 

We work in partnership with families to develop clear strategies and, where appropriate, can support referrals to external professionals for further assessment. Recognising that every learner is different, a range of learning support systems are available to respond to varying needs, such as:

BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE

Students in Years 6 to 12 participate in a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program, enabling them to use a device they are comfortable with and familiar software tools. This supports choice in how learning is demonstrated, from presentations and portfolios to collaborative and interactive tasks. Devices are integrated with the college’s cloud-based systems and are required to support a full day of learning.