What happens in the first few years of a child’s life forms the foundations for the rest of his life. The early years of child development are a time where experiences irreversibly affect how the brain develops. Nurturing from a parent or a caregiver during this time supports healthy brain development and sets children up for success in school and in life.
Topics: Boys and literacy, Boys learning, Early learning, Early years, Raising boys, Literacy, Reading
Homework plays a key role in a child’s learning. Through homework, a student can read, review and reflect on the concepts taught in class, allowing him to develop a deep understanding of content. We have put together a list of healthy homework habits for your teenager and show how you can help him make the most of home study.
Topics: Boys learning, Homework, Improve learning, Raising boys, Study tips
Dance dates back to prehistoric times (and probably even further back), and is a part of almost every culture. It’s an activity that transcends time and place, and is valued the world over. It makes us feel good, allows us to express ourselves and is a great form of aerobic exercise whether you dance in front of the mirror for yourself, at an event with friends, or on a stage for the enjoyment of others.
Topics: Arts, Boys learning, Boys and movement, Co-curricular activities, Creative arts, Creative empowerment, Performing arts, Physical education, Trinity difference
Visual arts classes offer more than just a creative outlet and exhibitions that make parents proud of their boys’ newfound talents. In fact, visual art classes positively impact boys’ lives in many ways, enriching their learning experience in school. The benefits of visual arts classes may not seem obvious at first, but they all contribute greatly to the holistic development of your son.
Topics: All boys education, Arts, Boys' education, Creative arts, Creative empowerment, Education, Performing arts, Trinity difference, Boys learning
Research from both Australia and overseas consistently shows that girls outperform boys in literacy, while boys outperform girls in numeracy. The reasons why are less about gender and more about a complex mix of socio-economic status and other factors.
Topics: Literacy, Boys and literacy, Boys learning, All boys education
Many schools offer scholarships for the education of outstanding students. Scholarships are highly competitive, and students must demonstrate excellence and achievement in a range of activities. At Trinity, even our Academic Scholarships are not awarded on academic excellence alone. We also look for exemplary conduct and excellence in sport, co-curricular, community service and leadership.
Topics: Boys learning, Boys' education, Trinity difference
By Year 9 students, William Lenard and Ryan Snowsill
Topics: Academic excellence, Boys learning, All boys education, Education, Boys' education, International tours, Middle School, Students, Trinity difference
Children can fear anything from monsters and dentists, to flies and water. It’s important to recognise that fear is a normal aspect of growing up. Broken down, certain fears tend to be common to particular age groups, though there are no hard and fast rules.
It is important to understand that not all fear is bad. You want your children to have a healthy avoidance of certain things like spiders, drugs, busy roads or even strangers. The key to understanding childhood fears, is to recognise that they are a normal part of your child’s development as he or she starts to learn more about the world. Children’s fears are likely to change over time. The key is to acknowledge the fear and help your child to face it rather than protect them from it.
Topics: Adolescence, Boys learning, Early years, Fathering, Parenting tips, Raising boys
Creativity is billed to be the third most valuable skill in the workforce in the next two years, according to the World Economic Forum’s The Future of Jobs report.
Why is it important for children to be creative? With rapid advancements in technology, artificial intelligence and automation, the next generation will need to be creative and adaptable with proven problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Creativity no longer belongs in the realm of the creative arts, it is a necessary skill for all aspects of learning and will be a workforce requirement in all manner of industry.
Topics: Boys learning, All boys education, Parenting tips, Trinity difference, Raising boys, Pastoral care, Creative empowerment, Creative arts
It is well known that children need to move far more than adults do. There is also strong evidence to suggest that incorporating physical activity and movement into classroom learning can improve concentration, student engagement and enjoyment of lessons, and improve interpersonal relationships with both peers and teachers.
In an Australian study into the impact of integrated movement-based activity on primary-aged children, one teacher remarked, “Adults need coffee to have the energy to continue with their busy lives. I give my students ‘coffee’ through movement.”
Topics: All boys education, Boys and movement, Boys learning, Raising boys
