The Flagpole

Wednesday 25 January - 7.00pm

Our December book was Landlines by Raynor Winn, the third of a series of books in which she charts her extensive walking projects with her husband Moth whose Parkinson’s related illness benefits hugely but unaccountably from these expeditions. This one begins with the challenges of the Cape Wrath Trail through remote areas of Scotland, after which the couple tackle the challenges of the Pennine Way. The writing is vivid and engaging with plenty of human interest stories along the way. The writer explores the benefits to both mental and physical health of walking and evokes the impact of the natural world upon wellbeing whilst not shirking from the physical discomforts and logistic challenges of long expeditions. We all found the book uplifting in different ways.

We will be meeting again on Wednesday 25 January in the library at 7.00pm. On this occasion we will be discussing The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje and, as a bit of a lighter read, The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams. Please join us whether or not you have read these particular books. We are a friendly and unpretentious group of readers, always open to new suggestions, so it is always good to welcome newcomers.

Tuesday 31 January - 4.30pm to 7.00pm

If you are interested in finding out more about working at Princethorpe College either as a member of teaching or non-teaching staff, why not come along to our A Taste of Princethorpe College – Staff Recruitment Event on Tuesday 31 January from 4.30pm to 7.00pm.

The event will be in two parts, one aimed at those interested in teaching posts and one aimed at those interested in support roles. Final details of the event will be sent out shortly beforehand.

You’ll get a tour of the College with some of our Sixth Formers, and a chance to meet the Head of Department or Manager. There will be short presentations by the Headmaster and Foundation Bursar and the opportunity to ask questions of our senior team. Light refreshments will be available.

What current vacancies are there?

We will shortly be advertising vacancies for the following departments for September 2023 or before: English, Library, Grounds, Admissions and Marketing and the role of AV Technician. We are likely to have other roles being advertised in the coming months so if there isn’t a current vacancy that suits, please still come along and meet our team and get a flavour of working life at Princethorpe.

If you would like to attend or to find out more about what kind of people thrive at Princethorpe click here.

The closing date to register your attendance is Tuesday 24 January. 

Further information on the event will be confirmed nearer the date.

Any other questions about recruitment should be directed to recruitment@princethorpe.co.uk or call 01926 634269.

Wednesday 8 February - Saturday 11 February 2023

From the 8th to the 11th February, Princethorpe College has some kooky visitors! Join us in the Clarkson theatre as we present The Addams Family Musical - School Edition, our College Musical Theatre production for 2023. A talented cast from Year 7 right up to Sixth Form will be bringing the legendary family to life.

Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, is all grown up and has a shocking secret that only Gomez knows. She's fallen in love with a sweet young girl from a very respectable family. With his cherished Morticia in the dark, will Gomez manage to keep his daughter’s secret until the two families meet for a fateful dinner with hilarious consequences?

Join them, plus Uncle Fester, Lurch, Pugsley and more for a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship… with a twist!

Performances will take place on Wednesday, 8 February, Thursday 9 February, Friday 10 February and Saturday 11 February 2.00pm and Saturday 11 February 7.00pm.

Please click on the day you require in order to book tickets on My School Portal.

Tuesday 28 February - 4.00pm

We warmly welcome you to an informal evening of scripted and devised work from KS4 and KS5 Drama and Theatre Studies pupils.

Our Year 11s are busy in the throes of preparing their two extracts for their GCSE exam the week after and Year 10 and Lower Sixth will be presenting their original devised pieces.

Please come and support them as they would love to hear your feedback.

Please note that this evening is recommended for 14+ as there are themes and language of strong content.

Tickets are not required for this event, but to help us cater efficiently please reserve places by clicking here to book through My School Portal, no later than Thursday 14 February.

Aileen Cefaleillo and Vicky Roberts
Joint Heads of Drama

Friday 10 March 2023- 6.30pm to 10.30pm

The OPs annual Local Meet takes place on Friday 10 March 2023. We are moving back to Leamington Spa and will be meeting in the upstairs function room at The Royal Pug, 141 Regent Street, Leamington Spa, CV32 4NX.

Our local meets are usually very popular, so we are hoping for a really good turnout of OPs from across the decades to attend, plus a few former members of staff.

There will be the customary welcome drink or two and the OPs Commitee will be laying on some delicious food, so do let us know if you would like to attend by going to Princethorpe Connect and clicking on the "Register for the event" button.

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

Friday 18 March 2023

The PTA will be holding a St Patrick's Day Social. More information will be coming out shortly so please keep your diary free for what promises to be an enjoyable evening. 

We are always looking for volunteers so if you would like to help at this or any future event, please sign up here at the Ptasocial website or email us at pta@princethorpe.co.uk

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