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Curriculum Framework
 Trinity is committed to implementing in its teaching and learning the Curriculum Framework mandated for all Western Australian schools.
Key Assumptions Key assumptions in the Curriculum Framework relate to:
- Cultural Diversity
- Changes in Family Structure
- The Rapid Pace of Technological Change
- Global Environmental Issues
- The Changing Nature of Social Conditions
- Changes in the Workplace
- Inter-Dependence in the Global Economy
- Uncertain Standards of Living
Important Values
As well as the above assumptions, some important general values which underpin the Framework's curriculum planning are:
- The Pursuit of Knowledge and Commitment to Achievement of Potential
- Self Acceptance and Respect of Self
- Respect and Concern for Others and their Rights
- Social and Civic Responsibility
- Environmental Responsibility
Leaning Areas
The major learning areas for all Western Australian students including those at Trinity College are:
1. The Arts
Arts Ideas, Arts Skills and Processes, Arts Responses, Arts in Society.
2. English
Attitudes, Values and Beliefs, Understanding Language, Conventions, Processes and Strategies, Listening, Speaking, Viewing, Reading, Writing.
3. Health and Physical Education
Knowledge and Understandings, Attitudes and Values, Skills for Physical Activity, Self Management Skills, Interpersonal Skills.
4. Languages Other Than English
Listening and Responding , Speaking, Viewing, Reading and Responding, Writing, Cultural Understandings, The System of the Target Language, Language Learning Strategies.
5. Mathematics
Appreciating Mathematics, Working Mathematically, Number, Measurement, Chance and Data, Space, Algebra.
6. Science
Working Scientifically, Investigating, Communication Scientifically, Science in Daily Life, Acting Responsibly, Science in Society, Understanding Concepts, Earth and Beyond, Energy and Change, Life and Living, Natural and Processed Materials.
7. Society and Environment
Investigation, Communication and Participation, Place and Space, Resources, Culture, Time, Continuity and Change, Natural and Social Systems, Active Citizenship.
8. Technology and Enterprise
Technology Process, Materials, Information, Systems, Enterprise, Technology Skills, Technology in Society.
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