The Flagpole

Friday 21 April - 7.00pm

Our annual Spring Concert is fast approaching!

We will be holding our fantastic Spring Concert at Princethorpe again, and it will be taking place in the Sports Hall at 7.00pm on Friday 21 April. This is your opportunity to hear all the best items from the Music department across one exciting evening of entertainment. String Orchestra, Choir, Concert Band, and our amazing Vocalize A Capella group, alongside small ensembles and solos will provide an unforgettable evening of musical entertainment, with refreshments served during the interval.  

Tickets are free of charge and are available through My School Portal here.

Wednesday 26 April 2023 - 7.00pm - 8.30pm

All pupils and staff are invited to attend a STEAM Talk by Dr Bill Crofts from Warwick University on the Warwick University Satellite Project (WUSAT) and engineering in space. The talk will take place in the Sixth Form Lecture Theatre from 7pm - 8.30pm.

Tickets are free and available through My School Portal on the booking link here.

Wednesday 26 April - 7.00pm

We all agreed that The Remains of the Day by Ishiguro was a very worthwhile read involving great sadness and poignancy at times, although the butler Stevens whose narrative we share is undoubtedly a very frustrating character! We were also happy to have Proust and the Squid by Maryanne Wolf – a book that needs dipping into rather than read at a sitting, but most informative on the process of reading from a scientific and sociological perspective. We will be meeting again at 7.00pm in the library on Wednesday 26 April. On that occasion we’ll be discussing Still Life by Sarah Winman, a family saga that has been well received by readers. We always welcome newcomers, so please join us whether or not you have read this particular book. We are a friendly and unpretentious group of readers who are always open to new suggestions.

Throughout the Trinity Term, we will be hosting a number of Taster Events for prospective pupils looking to join Princethorpe in 2024 and beyond.

Year 4 and 5 Say Hello To Hockey
Saturday 13 May 2023 9.30am to 12.00pm

If you'd love to give hockey a try, why not come along to the Princethorpe College 'Year 4 and 5 Say Hello To Hockey' taster session!

This activity is open to children who do not attend a Foundation Prep School.

A morning of free hockey training on our astroturf, you'll learn new skills, make friends and have fun. Aimed at girls and boys, the morning will finish with a mini tournament, beginners most welcome!

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. To book your child's place please complete a booking and consent form, for a copy please click here.

Year 5 Taster Days
Tuesday 13 June, Thursday 15 June and Wednesday 21 June 2023

Aimed at prospective Year 5 pupils, our Taster Days are a great way for your child to really experience Princethorpe during a normal school day.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Please click here to book your child's place at one of our Year 5 Taster Days.

Crackley Hall and Crescent School Year 5 pupils and their parents have already been invited to school specific Taster Days and Parents' Information Sessions in April.

Year 6 Taster Days will be available in September 2022.

For further information on admissions and entry to the College in 2024 visit our school website or speak to the Admissions Team on 01926 634201/297 or by email at admissions@princethorpe.co.uk.

Saturday 13 May 2023 10.30am - 12.30pm

We are offering OPs, former parents and staff the opportunity to visit the College and get a sneak preview of the new Science Centre, after a delicious complimentary brunch in the Refectory (served until 12.00 noon).

Foundation Assistant Head, Alex Darkes, who is project managing the build will lead the tour, that will also include other parts of the campus. 

Visitors are also welcome to watch the Sports Fixtures taking place that morning.

The Old Princethorpians' Association organises the brunch as an opportunity for all to reconnect with both the College and with each other in an informal, friendly environment.

If you would like to attend please register on Princethorpe Connect. Please do spread the word!

Wednesday 7 June - 6.30pm - 9.00pm

The College's annual Summer Open Evening will take place on Wednesday 7 June from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. This is a perfect opportunity for prospective families looking for a place in September 2024 and beyond to visit the school, for children to take part in departmental activities and for parents to meet and chat to members of staff and pupils.

The Headmaster will also address visitors during the evening. Light refreshments will be available.

Please click here to book your place.