Our Senior School

Real Opportunities, Real Pathways

At Tranby Senior School, every student is known, supported and encouraged to discover their own path. Our balanced and engaging learning program offers choice, diversity and greater ownership of learning, allowing students to pursue their interests, build on their strengths and prepare confidently for life beyond school.

Experienced and passionate teachers provide personalised guidance, helping each student reach their potential. With a broad selection of subjects, electives and pathways available, students are empowered to explore their interests and keep as many future opportunities open as possible.

A Wide Range of Subjects

Opening as many doors as possible and allowing Tranby Senior School students to develop deep interests, a wide selection of subjects and varied electives are available. These consist of:

CORE SUBJECTS

English
Design and Technologies
Digital Technologies
Health Education
Humanities and Social Science
Mathematics
Physical Education
Science
Visual Arts

ELECTIVES

Art
Childcare
Commerce
Dance
Design
Digital Technologies
Drama
Food
Languages (Indonesian)
Maths Extension
Media
Music
Physical Education Studies
Science Extension
Textiles
Woodwork

Building on these core subjects and electives, the College offers an even wider range of pathway choices that include ATAR and General subjects, UniReady programs and Vocational Education Training options.

We Grow Good Humans

Learning at Tranby extends well beyond the classroom. Through service and personal development programs—including Tranby’s Emergency Services Cadet Corps and the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award—students develop confidence, responsibility, commitment and a desire to contribute positively to their community.

Students are also encouraged to lead through roles such as House and Sports Captains, Mentor Leaders and class buddies. These meaningful opportunities help students find their voice, become positive role models and strengthen the genuine sense of belonging that defines the Tranby community.

Learning Phases

LEARNING: YEARS 7 & 8

As students commence their Senior School studies, we build a strong foundation to their learning by deepen knowledge and skills in their core subjects. Complementing these are a variety of electives that nurture creativity, build critical thinking skills, develop language skills (French and/or Indonesian) and give exposure to engineering processes and equipment, such as laser cutters and 3D printers. Study skills and good work habits are strengthened in our extended Mentor and cross-curricular program.

LEARNING: YEARS 9 & 10

As our students embark on their next phase of learning, they start to explore their interests, taking ownership and making informed decisions about what they study. Electives increase in range, offering both traditional and speciality options. Students also engage in career and pathway preparation through various programs, excursions and opportunities through our partnerships with Curtin University, North and South Metropolitan TAFE, The Construction Training Fund, The College of Electrical Training and the Fremantle Education Centre.

LEARNING: YEARS 11 & 12

We work with our students to help them choose the best pathway to prepare them to be successful at university, TAFE, on-the-job training or in the workforce. Our comprehensive course and pathway options consist of:

UniDirect: Achieve direct entry to university by achieving required ATAR grades (or equivalent).
UniReady: Provides direct entry to selected Curtin University courses by completing subject units.
TAFEReady: A Vocational Education and Training (VET) pathway for admission into TAFE.
TrainingDirect: Delivered in partnership with a Registered Training Organisation or TAFE, this pathway is ideal for those interested in trades or apprenticeships.

Year 11 Subject Selection 2027

Please find the links below to documents containing information for the Year 11 Subject Selection for 2027: