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 7.00pm - 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.
Thursday 4 May 2023 - 5.00pm to 7.30pm
Prospective pupils and their parents are warmly invited to Crackley Hall and Little Crackers Open Evening on Thursday 4 May from 5.00pm.
Come and find out more about what a Crackley education can do for your child. This is a great opportunity for prospective families to get a feel for the school and to meet Mr Duigan, Headmaster, and speak to key members of staff.
To book your place, please click here.
For more information on admission to Crackley Hall School and Little Crackers Nursery please email Jenny Vaughan at admissions@crackleyhall.co.uk or call 01926 514410.
Tuesday 9 May - 5.00pm to 7.00pm
Prospective pupils and their parents are warmly invited to Crescent School's Open Evening on Tuesday 9 May 2023 - 5.00pm to 7.00pm.
Come and find out why Crescent School has been judged Excellent in all areas by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. It's a great opportunity for prospective families to get a feel for the school and to meet, Mr Thackway, Headmaster.
We are already taking registrations for places in Reception and Year 3 starting in September 2024 and beyond.
To book your place please click here.
For more information or to talk to our Admissions Team, please contact our Registrar Mrs Helen Morley on 01788 523851 or by email admissions@crescentschool.co.uk.
Availability for September 2023:
We have had very high levels of interest in places for Reception and our Year 3 class for September 2023 entry. As a result, we have already allocated all of the available places in these year groups for September 2023. We are now operating waiting groups for families who are still interested in a place, should a suitable one become available.
We are also currently operating waiting groups in most other years apart from our current Year 1 class (Year 2 for September 2023 entry).
To find out more please click here.
Tuesday 9 May 2023 - 7.30pm in the Sixth Form Lecture Theatre
2023 is a very special year for van Gogh at it is 170 years since he was born in March 1853 and 50 years since the Van Gogh Museum opened it doors in June 1973.
In celebration, former Deputy Head (Pastoral), Margaret-Louise O'Keeffe will return to Princethorpe for an illustrated talk, focusing on some key dates in the last ten years of van Gogh's life, including some lesser known ones. The events on each selected date will be linked with others, so a vivid picture of van Gogh's experiences, feelings and output will be revealed.
Works will include; those in Paris, where he lived with his brother, Theo; Arles, where Gaugin arrived for a catastrophic visit; San Remy, where van Gogh stayed in the asylum; and Auvers, where the artist took his own life in July 1890 and where he is buried.
You can reserve places by using the link click here
Tickets can be purchased at the door but having an idea of numbers will help for refreshments afterwards.
Adults £5.00 and children are free.
If you have any queries please contact Loretta Curtis here or telephone 01926 634200 x 326
We look forward to seeing you soon.
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 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 2023.
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!
Saturday 27 May – Sunday 28 May 2023
The National Schools And Riding Clubs Two Day Event will take place for the eighth year running on the magnificent Princethorpe estate.
Entries are now open for the National Schools and Riding Clubs Two-Day Event, which is the only event of its kind in the UK and attracts up to 300 riders each year.
Now in its 22nd year, this year’s event includes a new 70cm class to open it up to a wider field of competitors, with a new spectator area introduced to satisfy growing demand.
The event takes place across 27 to 28 May at Princethorpe College, near Rugby, and is backed by local firms The Wigley Group and Newton LDP as its returning main sponsors.
Entry to the event is free so we do hope you can come along and enjoy a wonderful weekend of equestrian events.
For more information and or to enter please click here.
Wednesday 7 June - 6.30pm to 8.30pm
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.
Friday 9 June 2023 - 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Ready for a unique and exciting gin tasting experience?
Rugby Distillery are joining us for an evening in June to host a guided tasting of their unique gins, which are produced in copper stills using traditional methods.
Join us for a fun evening and learn more about their history, their connection to Rugby, and their commitment to creating exceptional gin.
Non gin drinkers welcome - alternative beverages available on the night.
More details to follow soon.
Princethorpe PTA
Thursday 22 June from 6.00pm to 8.30pm and Sunday 25 June from 2.00pm to 4.30pm
A celebration of our pupils' GCSE and A-level Art, Photography and Design work will take place in the Sixth Form Centre on Thursday 22 June from 6.00pm to 8.30pm and on Sunday 25 June from 2.00pm to 4.30pm.
A range of design and technology projects, from resistant materials to textiles, will be showcased alongside the stunning art and photography work the College is renowned for.
Comments, Paul Hubball, Head of Art, "This is a great opportunity to share our pupils' fantastic creativity with a wider audience and to welcome more art and design lovers to Princethorpe."
Adds Head of Design and Technology, Paul Scopes, "We look forward to welcoming all the exam pupils and their families from across Design, Art and Photography to enjoy the fruit of their labours."
All are welcome. On Thursday evening admission is free, on the Sunday admission will be £2 per car including entry to the College's Summer Fête and Motoring Festival. Light refreshments will be available.
Sunday 25 June 2023 - 2.00pm to 4.30pm
As the College enters the Trinity Term the PTA focus our attentions on the highlight of summer – the PTA Summer Fête and 26th Annual Motoring Festival.
There will be the usual array of stalls including our school supported charity stalls; countless fun games and activities. We'll be firing up the BBQ and for those of you who find days like this thirsty work we'll be providing an array of drinks in the refreshment tent.
We are always seeking new supporters for this event so if you could help us out for an hour at the Fête or at future events, please do contact us at pta@princethorpe.co.uk or via Twitter@PrincethorpePTA.
We are once again running the popular ‘Pre-loved Uniform Stall’ and if you have any uniform which is no longer required this can be given in at the Student Hub. School blazers, ties, skirts, jumpers, PE kits and PE bags are always welcome, with proceeds of this stall going directly back to the PTA and the pupils of the College.
Should you have any ideas or queries regarding the Fête or the PTA, please contact us at the above email address.
Many thanks
Princethorpe PTA
