Discover the rich history of TRAC and the vision, faith and community spirit that have shaped generations of students since the College was founded.
Since opening our doors, TRAC has grown from a bold idea into one of the Riverina's leading independent schools, shaped by dedicated educators, supportive families and generations of students who have embraced every opportunity to learn and grow.
While much has changed over the years, our purpose remains the same: to provide an exceptional education that nurtures character, inspires curiosity and prepares young people for life beyond school.
Today, our commitment to academic excellence, Christian values and personalised pathways continues to guide every student towards a future filled with possibility.
Explore the milestones that have shaped our journey and discover how the past continues to inspire the next generation of learners.
History Timeline
1990
Organising Committee for an Anglican School in Wagga meets.
1998
Public meeting led by Diocese Bishop George Browning, spoke to an enthusiastic crowd of over a hundred and twenty. A Riverina Anglican College Ordnance was passed through Synod and advertisement for College Principal posted. The fourteen hectare block was purchased and the building program developed.
1998
Dr Ian Grant begins as Foundation Principal
1999
Initial intake of 25 Year 7 students, and a part-time staff of three, supporting the full-time Principal. In July the school was able to move into the Stage 1 Building on Farrer Road.
2002
College enrolment 165 students spread between Years 7-10. Over the next years a substantial enrolment surge saw the Board recalculate the estimated size of the school from 280 to 600 students by 2009.
2003
Mathematics and Food Technology/Drama buildings constructed.
2004
First HSC cohort graduates.
2005
First Silver Award in the Duke of Edinburgh International Award. The school oval was developed through 2004 and opened in 2005.
2006
Library (now known as the Dr Ian Grant Library) and gymnasium both opened.
2009
Design and Technology Centre opened.
2012
Music and Drama building opened, as enrolments grow to 605 students.
2016
Dr Ian Grant retires after 18 years of dedicated service to the College.
2017
Mr Paul Humble commences as the College’s second Principal.
2018
TRAC classified as an International Baccalaureate World School.
2019
STEM building opened. Total student enrolment 750 Diploma Programme.
2021
Junior School opened with expected enrolment of 70 becoming 168 in the first year.
2021
Mr Geoff Marsh commences as College Principal.
2022
Junior School building two completed.
2023
Junior School building three completed. Total student enrolment 1089.
2023
Mr Craig Mansour commences as College Principal. Prep introduced for students 3/4 year olds. Re-design of front of campus traffic and parking precinct completed.
2025
Our Junior School becomes an authorised IB PYP School
2026
HSIE building completed including 15 general learning areas.
