The Flagpole

Tuesday 5 February - 5.15pm to 5.45pm

As part of Safer Internet Day 2019 there will be a talk for parents on the topic of Internet Safety on Tuesday 5 February from 5.15pm to 5.45pm in the Sixth Form Lecture theatre. The title of the talk is ‘Together for a Better Internet’.  It will cover how to support your child to be safe online and the importance of online consent and knowing your rights and responsibilities online.  Pupils may attend but the talk will primarily be aimed at parents. 

Spaces are limited so please can you complete the booking form here by Friday 1 February if you would like to attend.  For more information please don’t hesitate to contact me at andycompton@princethorpe.co.uk.

Andy Compton
Assistant Head - Director of Digital Strategy 

Wednesday 6 February 2019 - 7.30pm

In our January meeting, we discussed Dark Matter by Michelle Paver – a ghost story that seemed suited to the season. It must be said that few of us found the book particularly spine-chilling, but it was certainly atmospheric and evoked the trials and challenges of an arctic expedition in a most informed and engaging way.

Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 6 February in the library at 7.30pm. On this occasion we will be discussing The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. This book has been around some time and was made into a very successful film. It is a warming tale that explores the life of inhabitants on Guernsey at the time of German occupation. Written in the form of letters it is a very accessible book. Please do join us whether or not you have read this particular book. We are a friendly group of readers with a broad taste in books and we always welcome hearing of fresh tastes and enthusiasms.

Chris Kerrigan
Head of English

Thursday 7 February 2019 - 12.15pm

On behalf of Fisher House, it is my pleasure to invite you to our House Eucharist, which takes place on Thursday 7 February in the College Chapel.

The service will be a celebration of our House community and will begin at 12.15pm.  If you are able to join us, I would recommend you aim to arrive at midday to be seated in the Chapel before the arrival of the pupils.

There will be signage to indicate where to park on the day.

We would be delighted if you could also stay at College after the service to join us for lunch. So that we can cater efficiently, please reserve places by completing the form here no later than Wednesday 6 February 2019.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Mrs Chris McCullough
Head of House – Fisher

Thursday 7 February - Saturday 9 February 
Clarkson theatre

It's funny how love can grow!

Princethorpe College is gearing up for this year’s musical theatre production, Little Shop of Horrors.

Skid Row florist’s clerk Seymour Krelborn is too shy to declare his love for his co-worker Audrey – until a mysterious exotic plant brings him unexpected fame and fortune. There’s just one problem: the plant has ambitions of its own, and it thrives on only one food – human blood.

Awesome props, a tender love story and a fabulous sixties-style score all combine to make this deliciously campy sci-fi spoof a “monster” hit. 

Tickets for the production are priced at £5.00 (adult) and £3.00 (U18) and can be booked here. Please note there are limited seats and tickets will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

Gil Cowlishaw
Director of Music

Friday 1 March 2019 - 6.30pm to 10.30pm

The OPs annual Leamington Pub Meet takes place at the Royal Pug pub on Regent Street.

We will be meeting in the upstairs Function Room which has its own bar. The OPs Commitee will be laying on a delicious hot and cold buffet, so do let us know by emailing oldprincethorpians@princethorpe.co.uk if you are able to attend so we can cater for you.

Partners and friends are most welcome. We look forward to seeing you there! 

Sunday 24 March - 2.00pm to 5.00pm

The College will be holding a Spring Open Afternoon on Sunday 24 March from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. All are welcome to visit the College and younger visitors are encouraged to participate in the many fun subject related activities around the various departments.

The Headmaster will address visitors during the afternoon and refreshments will be available.

As usual we'll be looking for help from pupils to help around school, talking to visitors and taking part in activities around the various departments.

For more information on admissions and entry to the College in 2020 please visit our website or speak to the Admissions Team on 01926 634201/634262.