IB/HSC Results

FIRST IMPRESSIONS

One of the distinctives of Trinity Grammar School is the presentation of large candidatures in two secondary credentials. Today we congratulate the cohorts of both the Higher School Certificate and the International Baccalaureate Diploma on the completion of their school journeys.

Outcomes for the class of 2024 exemplify Trinity’s commitment to academic excellence and student choice. The opportunity to shape a programme of study aligned to personal interests, talents, aspirations and approaches to learning offers all students significant choices. It is this kind of meaningful choice that has power to enhance motivation and promote the essential behaviours of academic engagement that are central to Trinity’s student-centred and growth-focused learning philosophy. The options and pathways available to our young men across two credentials provide an outstanding platform for them to exercise agency and drive personal growth.

With significant choice, comes significant responsibility. A secondary credential is the product of discipline, reflection and the willingness to repeatedly confront areas that demand greater precision. It is these qualities, honed over the full trajectory of a school journey, that we acknowledge today. While some outstanding results achieved by both IB Diploma and HSC candidates are highlighted below, the School is genuinely delighted with the strong performance of the entire Year 12 cohort. We are exceedingly proud of the individual commitment these students have demonstrated, the collegiality they have developed in support of one another, and the growth they have worked towards over their secondary academic journeys. We congratulate every student and celebrate the myriad opportunities that now lie before each of them!

Deborah Williams,
Deputy Headmaster, Academic

IB Diploma Results Snapshot

Perfect Score

Two students achieve a perfect score of 45, while an additional nine students earn a score of 44

Strong Core

39 students achieve
full marks for the
Diploma core components

IB Diploma with Distinction

34 Trinity candidates
achieve the IB Diploma
with Distinction

IB Diploma Results Overview

The 2024 IB Diploma results once again exemplify Trinity’s commitment to students’ choice in credentialling pathway and academic excellence through holistic education. This year, two students achieved the extraordinary accomplishment of a Perfect Score of 45 points, a testament to both individual dedication and the School’s well-honed structures of support for students electing a credential explicitly prioritising independent inquiry and self-direction.

Stefano Furlan 12Du
Elton Huang 12Ar

Alongside Stefano and Elton’s perfect scores, nine students earned the near-perfect 44 points.

Aaron Byeun 12We
Daniel Douehi 12Fo
Ashton Frazer 12Mu
Luca Gillard 12St
Nathan Grech 12WJ
Toby Henry 12La
Kevin Ma 12Fo
Beau Moller 12Yo
Kavi Suri 12Yo

To achieve an IB Diploma, students must meet a number of conditions across a broad programme, including three Higher Level courses and a compulsory core of three components: the additional Theory of Knowledge subject, a 4000 word extended essay, and a reflective portfolio undertaken in the areas of creativity, activity and service. A consistent feature of Trinity’s IB Diploma results across many years is the depth of achievement through a range of lenses. Demonstrating the strength of the 2024 cohort as a whole, 31 students earned their Diploma ‘with Distinction’ by scoring 40 or more points across their pattern of study. Of enduring strength and particular note this year, 38 students achieved the full three marks for the core components, while an extraordinary 114 students, or 83% of the cohort, achieved two or three marks for these demanding core components. These results are exceptional. They are worthy testimony to Trinity’s commitment in supporting students to engage deeply with the requirement for self-direction and a mentoring relationship with their teachers as they purse the compulsory core components.

With 135 Diplomas awarded to one of the largest IB cohorts in the Australasian region, Trinity continues to provide a world-class education that prepares students for success.

OUTSTANDING INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT – STUDENTS
EARNING THE IB DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE OF DISTINCTION

Name	House	IB Score
Stefano Furlan	12Du	45
Elton Huang	12Ar	45
Aaron Byuen	12We	44
Daniel Doueihi	12Fo	44
Ashton Frazer	12Mu	44
Luca Gillard	12St	44
Nathan Gretch	12WJ	44
Toby Henry	12La	44
Kevin Ma	12Fo	44
Beau Moller	12Yo	44
Kavi Suri	12Yo	44
William Chang	12Ar	43
John Dalla-Camina	12La	43
Alfred Han	12St	43
Advit Jangwal	12We	43
Chris Chin	12He	42
Jaden Fung	12Ke	42
Mathew Nicholas	12WJ	42
Marcus Smith	12Hi	42
Ryan Webb	12Hi	42
James Chan	12Yo	41
Alex Nero	12Ta	41
Imran Parker	12We	41
Luqman Radwan	12Fo	41
Manav Rindani	12Mu	41
Keegan Van	12St	41
Lucas Blum	12Ar	40
Jeremy Frecker	12La	40
Sam Labbozzetta	12St	40
Matthew Nasr	12Mu	40
Thomas Pollard	12Fo	40
Aman Saeed	12WH	40
Angelo Shi	12Sc	40
Finn Taylor	12La	40

HSC Results Snapshot

Top Achievers

Mathematics Advanced
Physics

Distinguished Achievers

44 students and
66 acknowledgements

All-Round Achiever

1 student achieves Band 6
in 10 units

HSC Results Overview

The HSC differs from the IB Diploma in an important structural respect: apart from the compulsory study of English, students may arrange a programme of study across courses and levels almost entirely of their own choosing. The opportunity for increased specialisation is taken up with renewed engagement by many students, and this year’s HSC snapshot celebrates wonderful achievements both across programmes and in particular areas of talent.

Being a Top Achiever in Course demonstrates excellence by ranking among the state’s highest scorers. This year, the School heartily congratulates two students who are named on this prestigious list.

Timothy Squires 12Yo – Physics
Ethan Zhang 10Sc – Mathematics Advanced

Achieving a place on the All-Rounder merit list showcases versatility and consistent success across a range of subjects. Today, we are delighted to congratulate one student achieving this accolade.

Benjamin Chau 12Du

Inclusion on the Distinguished Achievers List further celebrates students who achieve Band 6 results, underscoring academic accomplishment in particular areas of talent and passion.

The HSC recognises a range of outstanding achievements, each reflecting exceptional academic performance. Placing First in Course highlights a student’s remarkable mastery and dedication, standing out as the top performer in a competitive field. Being a Top Achiever in Course demonstrates excellence by ranking among the state’s highest scorers, while achieving All-Rounder status showcases versatility and consistent success across a range of subjects. Inclusion on the Distinguished Achievers List further celebrates students who achieve Band 6 results, underscoring their hard work, commitment, and high-level academic accomplishment.

Trinity students who have earned these accolades are to be congratulated for their dedication, resilience, and pursuit of excellence, embodying the School’s commitment to fostering academic and personal growth

Distinguished Achievers

Student Name	House	Band 6 Courses
Xavier Alfonso	12We	Business Studies, Geography
Callum Campbell	12We	Drama
Benjamin Chau	12Du	Chemistry, English Advanced, Music 2, Physics, Mathematics Extension 1 (2023), Mathematics Extension 2 (2023)
Benny Chen	11Du	Mathematics Extension 1, Mathematics Extension 2
Christie Cheung	10Ar	Mathematics Advanced
Harshal Chuchra	10He	Mathematics Advanced
Nathan Chun	11Ho	Mathematics Extension 1, Mathematics Extension 2
Harry Clegg	11Du	Mathematics Extension 1
Daniel Clough	11Wh	Business Studies
Peter Dawson	12La	Legal Studies, Music 2, Music Extension
Thomas Dawson	12Ta	Music 2
Lochlan Demark	12Sc	Drama
Zeke Edmed	12Fo	Mathematics Standard 2
Joshua Falato	11Sc	Business Studies
Rory Flanagan	11Fo	Business Studies
Ewan Fouracre	11WH	Business Studies
Aidan Gaitanis	12We	Drama
Brandon Ghannoum	12Fo	Business Studies, Construction Examination
Alexander Henry	10La	Mathematics Advanced
Joshua Jeung	10He	Mathematics Advanced
Daniel Jones	10Mu	Mathematics Advanced
George Kotronakis	12He	English Extension 1
Nicholas Lake	10WH	Mathematics Advanced
Thomas Low	10La	Mathematics Advanced
Max Meagher	12Hi	Industrial Technology, PDHPE
Max Millgate	12Fo	Mathematics Advanced, Physics
Jed Moor	12WJ	Legal Studies
Aedan Nallaiah	10Mu	Mathematics Advanced
Matthew Newton	12WJ	PDHPE
Jack O’Shea	12He	Ancient History, English Advanced, Geography, Modern History
Oscar Parsons	12Ta	Business Studies, Economics
Isaac Sandroussi	10We	Mathematics Advanced
Cristiano Savoca	12Ta	English Extension 1, Mathematics Advanced, Italian Continuers, Business Studies (2023)
Levi Shin	12He	English Advanced, Legal Studies, Mathematics Advanced, Music 1
Jatan Singh	12Mu	Visual Arts
Jaidan Sivapirabu	10Hi	Mathematics Advanced
Timothy Squires	12Yo	Physics, Software Design and Development, Mathematics Extension 1 (2023)
Adam Tenant	11Ta	Business Studies
Patrick Thomson	11Sc	Business Studies
Gavin Tran	11Ar	Business Studies
Sean Turner	12Mu	Business Studies
Jamison Urch	12WH	Business Studies
Matthew Vickery	12WJ	Visual Arts
Ashton Viggiani	10St	Mathematics Advanced
Ethan Zhang	10Sc	Mathematics Advanced

School Based Traineeships

Achieving a School Based Traineeship is a significant accomplishment that requires dedication and strong time-management skills. This unique opportunity allows students to develop practical skills, build real-world experience, and prepare for future career pathways, all while completing their secondary education.

In 2024, one student successfully completed a traineeship.

William Cicinelli 12Ta – Construction

HSC Showcase Selections and Nominations

The HSC Showcase Nominations and Selections celebrate the exceptional creative and practical achievements of students across various subjects. These prestigious programs, including ARTEXPRESS, ENCORE, OnSTAGE, and Shape, recognise the outstanding work produced in areas such as Visual Arts, Music, Drama, and Design and Technology.

Being nominated or selected for an HSC Showcase is a significant honour, reflecting not only a student’s talent, dedication and one of the highest marks in the state for the performance component, but also their ability to excel under the rigorous standards of the HSC examination and submission process. These accolades highlight the breadth of creativity and innovation within the cohort and serve as a testament to the quality of teaching and support provided by these students’ teachers.

Student Name	House	Showcase Selection / Nomination
Max Meagher	12Hi	SHAPE - Selected Industrial Technology
Marcus Dawson	12Ke	ARTEXPRESS - Selected

Peter Dawson	12La	ENCORE – Nominated Performance
Levi Shin	12He	ENCORE – Nominated Performance
Luca Cordaro	12Mu	ENCORE – Nominated Composition
Peter Khoury-Harb	12He	SHAPE – Nominated Industrial Technology
Lochlan Denmark	12Sc	OnStage – Nominated Individual Performance and Group Performance
Aidan Gaitanis	12We	OnStage – Nominated Individual Performance and Group Performance
Filip Kordic	12Yo	OnStage – Nominated Individual Performance and Group Performance
Callum Campbell	12We	OnStage – Nominated Group Performance
Jatan Singh	12Mu	ARTEXPRESS – Nominated
Matthew Vickery	12WJ	ARTEXPRESS – Nominated

Strong Performances

One important strength indicator of any HSC cohort is the percentage of students achieving in the top two performance bands. Representing a further year of upward trend, 53% of all 2024 results placed in the top two performance bands.

2 unit courses – 49% Bands 5 and 6
Extension courses – 80% Bands E4 and E3

While all courses contributed to this excellent outcome, the following are noteworthy.

PERCENTAGE OF STUDENTS IN TOP TWO BANDS

100%	Ancient History ★	57%	Mathematics Advanced
63%	Business Studies	62%	Mathematics Extension 1
57%	Construction Examination	100%	Mathematics Extension 2 ★
100%	Drama ★	54%	Mathematics Standard 2
60%	Earth and Environmental Science	100%	Music Extension ★
47%	English Advanced	100%	Music 1 ★
88%	English Extension 1	75%	Music 2
100%	English Extension 2 ★	60%	Physics
83%	History Extension	75%	Science Extension
64%	Hospitality Examination	100%	Visual Arts ★
67%	Information Processes and Technology

★ A STAR indicates 100% of students studying these subject scored within the top two bands.

Concluding Remarks

The School is delighted to be celebrating the achievements of the entire class of 2024 across the combined cohorts of the IB Diploma and the Higher School Certificate. When students can compose a programme of study that is tailored to both their developed strengths and future aspirations, they can shape a platform to support personal excellence. Being provided access to two rigorous, but structurally different credentials, is an extraordinary opportunity. The 2024 Year 12 cohort have made their choices carefully, set ambitious goals and worked with determination to achieve them.

We wish all students and their families the excitement of next decisions, the joy of new pathways and the very best in all they undertake. Well done!