Quick answer: Trinity Grammar School in Summer Hill offers Academic, Music and Trinitarian scholarships for Year 7, usually worth 25% to 75% of school fees. For Year 7 2028 entry, applications open from mid-November 2026 and the scholarship test is in February 2027. Shortlisted families attend an interview. Year 10 Trinitarian scholarships are portfolio-based, with no test.
This page covers Trinity Grammar School in Sydney, not Trinity Grammar School, Kew, in Melbourne.
Trinity Grammar School at a glance
| School type | Independent Anglican school for boys |
| Location | Summer Hill, Sydney (Preparatory School in Strathfield) |
| Scholarship test | Scholarship test for Year 7 applicants; provider details come with registration |
| Entry years | Year 7 (Academic, Music, Trinitarian); Year 10 (Trinitarian, portfolio only) |
| Year 7 2028 applications | Open from mid-November 2026 |
| Year 7 2028 test | February 2027 |
| Typical value | 25% to 75% of school fees; full scholarships are rare |
Scholarship types
| Scholarship | Entry year | Test? | Needs-based places? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic | Year 7 | Yes | Yes, some |
| Music | Year 7 | Yes, plus audition | No |
| Trinitarian | Year 7 or Year 10 | Year 7 only | Yes, some |
Full scholarships are uncommon and are usually reserved for disadvantaged students. A full scholarship covers what school fees cover, including tuition, co-curricular activities, textbooks, excursions and camps. It doesn't cover uniforms or laptops.
How the process works
- Register online. Every applicant registers, and you don't need to lodge a separate enrolment application.
- Sit the test, for Year 7 applicants.
- Shortlisting, based on test results and supporting documents.
- Family interview, for shortlisted Academic, Music and Trinitarian applicants. Music applicants also audition.
Scholarships are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
What else counts
- Test results
- Supporting documents, such as school reports
- The family interview
- Music: an audition with two contrasting works, on up to two instruments. As a guide, strings and piano should be at least Grade 8, and wind and brass at least Grade 5.
How to prepare
- Start in Term 4 of Year 5. That gives about three months before a February test.
- Sit one full timed scholarship-style paper to find the weakest section first.
- Practise writing under time, focusing on planning and a clear structure.
- Prepare for the family interview. Your son should be able to speak about his interests and why he wants to attend Trinity.
- Keep the last week light.
Practice for the scholarship test
Most Sydney independent schools use the AAS scholarship test, and our AAS-style papers cover reading, maths, reasoning and human-marked writing. Confirm the exact format in Trinity's registration information. Start with a free sample.
These are independent practice materials, not official papers, and they don't predict scholarship outcomes.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Trinity Grammar School scholarship test for 2028 entry?
In February 2027. Applications open from mid-November 2026.
How much is a Trinity Grammar scholarship worth?
Most are partial, covering 25% to 75% of school fees at the Headmaster's discretion. Full scholarships are rare.
Do Year 10 applicants sit a test?
No. Year 10 Trinitarian scholarships are assessed on a portfolio.
Is there an interview?
Yes. Shortlisted Academic, Music and Trinitarian applicants attend a family interview.
Other NSW schools
Practice Tests & Exams is an independent provider and is not affiliated with Trinity Grammar School. Details are from the school's published information as of 9 November 2026. Always check the school's website for current dates and conditions.
Sources
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