FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades are offered at Trinity?
Trinity offers Pre-K through 12th grade.
What is the student/teacher ratio at Trinity Christian Academy?
Trinity offers a small class environment for our students. Class sizes typically range between 12-20 students per grade. Teacher assistants help teachers in the pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and classrooms with over 18 students.
Is Trinity affiliated with a church or denomination?
Trinity is a Christ-centered, interdenominational, independent Christian school. We are not affiliated with any church or denomination. Several Christian churches, both Protestant and Catholic, are represented at the school. Our faculty are committed Christians who focus on integrating the essentials of the Christian faith within the framework of our curriculum.
How many students attend Trinity?
During the past few years, enrollment has ranged from 195 - 200+.
Is Trinity accredited?
Trinity has been accredited since 2001. In 2012, Trinity completed an intensive self-study and received dual accreditation for Pre-K-12th grades with the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the Association of Christian Schools International.
What are the teachers' qualifications and what professional development opportunities are available to them?
All of our teachers are required to be certified through the Association of Christian Schools International. Many have both ACSI and state certification. All faculty have degrees appropriate to their teaching assignments. Most importantly, Trinity requires our faculty to pursue professional development. Examples of professional development include enrollment in master level courses, conventions, workshops, and specialized training in early intervention, reading readiness, student enrichment, and classroom management.
What curriculum does Trinity use?
The scope and sequence of our academic program ensure that the curriculum for each grade is designed to lay the foundation for success at the next level. The curriculum is evaluated on an ongoing basis for relevance and content. Trinity uses a variety of textbooks from many publishers. Curriculum Overviews are provided on our website for Elementary, Junior High, and High School.
How does Trinity measure student achievement?
Students in grades K-6 participate in Map Growth testing from NWEA. The assessment is given two to four times a year. The tests measure what learners know and track not only their current level of achievement, but also their growth over time. The reports generated from these assessments provide TCA teachers with immediate and accurate data about student learning that enable TCA to adapt instruction to better meet individual needs, tailor classroom lessons, set goals for students, and support continuous improvement at the class, grade, and school levels in terms of instruction and curriculum.
Students in Pre-kindergarten are evaluated using the Peli exam through Acadience Learning. Sophomores and juniors are eligible to take the PSAT exam at Trinity. Upperclassmen may be eligible to take Advanced Placement Exams. Trinity’s foreign language students also participate in the National French and Latin exams.
Will my child be able to attend Trinity if he/she has any learning difficulties?
Trinity is committed to ensuring academic success for each student. For this reason, all student applicants will take an assessment test to evaluate academic readiness. Trinity also requires copies of previous school records, standardized testing, and IEP (if applicable) to help us determine whether or not Trinity will be able to appropriately meet the academic and/or emotional needs of the student.
How well does Trinity prepare students?
Trinity Christian Academy's college acceptance rate is nearly 100 percent. Trinity students are accepted to a variety of private and state colleges and universities as well as specialized institutions such as Massachusetts Maritime Academy. Several of our alumni have been awarded academic scholarships. Several of our alumni also proudly serve in the U.S. Military.
What extracurricular activities and sports are offered at Trinity?
On a weekly basis, students enjoy the opportunity to participate in music, art, physical education, foreign language (middle-high school), chapel, computer lab, and library class. Seventh-grade students explore the National Seashore during a four-day trip; Ninth-grade students travel to Washington, D.C. for one week and high school students have the opportunity to travel on mission trip in the Spring.
Trinity Christian Academy is a member of the Cape Cod Super Six School Conference. The teams that comprise the league include Cape Cod Academy, Falmouth Academy, Lighthouse Charter, Rising Tide Charter, St. Pius, St. Francis Xavier, and Trinity Christian Academy of Cape Cod.
Trinity is committed to developing strong Christian leaders. Each high school student serves at least 100 community service hours prior to graduation. High school students are also encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities including student council, the Upper-Level praise and worship group, drama club, yearbook, various clubs, and sports.
Do Trinity students wear uniforms?
Yes, our students wear uniforms that are ordered through School Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger.
Does Trinity provide financial aid?
Financial aid is available for families who qualify for tuition assistance. All financial aid funds are provided through the generosity of faithful donors. Please review our Financial Aid Application Process for more information.
What time does school begin and end each day?
School begins at 7:55 AM for Upper Level School (6-12) and 8:05 AM Lower Level School (Pre K - 5). The school day ends at 2:40 PM for Upper Level School and 2:55 PM for Lower Level School.
Does Trinity offer an after school program?
Yes, we do!
A Pre K - 5 Grade After School Extended Day Program is available from 3:00 to 5:30 PM for a fee.
Grades 6-12 are provided with a complimentary After School Academy (ASA) from 3:00 - 4:00 PM. Grades 6-8 are escorted to the Extended Day Program at 4:00 PM if not picked up from ASA.
There is no extended day offered on Half Days. Learn more...