Old Princethorpians

Our 2018-19 calendar of OP Events has been published.  It includes details of OP and College Events that all Old Princethorpians, past parents and staff are welcome to attend.

The next event is the Former Parents' Brunch which offers former Parents the chance to reconnect with the school.  Then comes the OPs Prize Giving Drinks Reception this year at Dallas Burston Polo Club for Upper Sixth Leavers and their families.  Then at the beginning of December we have the popular PTA Christmas Fayre and the chance to attend the College Christmas Eve Masses.

We are keen to reconnect with as many OPs and Friends of the College as possible so do encourage those you know to register on the Old Princethorpians section of the website to keep in touch with and receive information on the latest news and events.

Click here to download the calendar or visit the Old Prinethorpians section of the College website.

Saturday 13 October 2018 10.30am - 12.30am

Following the success of our inaugural Former Parents’ Brunch in May, and back by popular demand, the Brunch is returning this autumn.

The second brunch is set to take place on Saturday 13 October 2018 from 10.30am to 12.30pm in the College's Main Dining Room. In addition to catching up over a leisurely complimentary brunch (served until 12.00 noon), visitors will be able watch some Rugby against local rivals, King Henry VIII School and Girls Hockey against Bedford Modern, and take an optional tour of the school campus.

We are aware that a lot of former parents will have spent a considerable amount of time at Princethorpe over the years, supporting their children in many different ways and may be missing the involvement in school life. The Old Princethorpians' Association hope that this will be an opportunity for them to reconnect with both the College and each other in an informal, friendly environment.

If you would like to attend please RSVP with the name of your child/children, the number in your party and any special dietary requirements to oldprincethorpians@princethorpe.co.uk or call Melanie Butler on 01926 634284 by Tuesday 9 October.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Please spread the word amongst former parents!!

Also, save the date:

The next Former Parents’ event in the OPs calendar will be an Afternoon Tea on Saturday 6 April from 2.00pm to 4.30pm.

Wednesday 17 October - 6.30pm to 9.00pm

Year 11 pupils and their parents are warmly invited to the Sixth Form Open Evening on Wednesday 11 October 2017 from 6.30pm to 9.00pm.

The evening will focus on the key events and dates in the Sixth Form application process, specific A-level subject information and advice provided by the Heads of Departments and general information on the Sixth Form experience at Princethorpe.

It will include brief talks from Ed Hester, Ben Collie, Head of Sixth Form, and some current members of the Sixth Form. These sessions will run twice during the evening at 7.00pm and 8.00pm in our newly refurbished Theatre. In addition, there will be short presentations in each of the departments during the evening. 

External candidates are very welcome at the event, so please do help spread the word.

Saturday 10 November 2018 - 9.30am to 3.30pm

The College's Entrance Examinations take place in November.  Those wishing to register their child for Entrance Examinations should now do so as soon as possible to facilitate the gathering of references from junior schools. Registration forms are available from the Registrar, Mrs Vanessa Rooney on 01926 634201 or email admissions@princethorpe.co.uk.

Entrance Examinations for 11+, 12+, 13+ and 14+ will take place on Saturday 10 November 2018 from 9.00am to 3.00pm. More information is available on our website, click here.

Friday 16 November 2018 - 6.30pm to 7.15pm (Pre-Drinks) and 7.30pm to 9.30pm Prize Giving Ceremony

This year's Prize Giving will be held on Friday 16 November at Dallas Burston Polo Club, Southam, beginning at 7.30pm.

Traditionally, the vast majority of last year’s Upper Sixth return to collect their A-level examination certificates.  Most will have embarked on their first year at university, apprenticeship, employment or gap year and this is an opportunity for the class of 2018 to catch up.

The OPs Committee hosts a special Drinks Reception before the ceremony for the Upper Sixth leavers, their parents and other invited guests. This is a very popular occasion and we have a limited number of seats available for any other OPs who would like to join us for the Pre-Drinks at 6.30pm and later for the ceremony itself.

To secure your seat please RSVP with the number in your party, stating that you are an Old Princethorpian, to carmelhopkins@princethorpe.co.uk by Friday 2 November please.

Crescent School Reception Open Evening

Tuesday 20 November 2018 - 7.00pm to 8.00pm

Crescent School, Princethorpe's junior school and nursery in Bilton, Rugby, is having a specific Reception Open Evening on Tuesday 20 November from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. Parents are being encouraged to apply now for places in Reception in 2019.

This is an opportunity to look around the Reception class and to meet and talk informally to staff.  There will be a short presentation at the beginning of the evening and light refresments will be available.

Crescent School Open Day

Monday 21 January 2019 - 10.00am - 3.00pm

This is a great chance to look around the school during a normal working day and to chat to staff and pupils. Light refreshments will be available.

If you can't make the Open Evening or Open Day but would like to look around, please call our Registrar, Mrs Helen Morley on 01788 523851 and come on a day to suit you, we welcome visitors on most days.

For more information please see our Admissions Update.

Crackley Hall Nursery And Reception Open Evening

Thursday 22 November 2018 - 7.00pm to 8.00pm

Crackley Hall, Princethorpe's junior school and nursery in Kenilworth, is having a specific Nursery and Reception Open Evening on Thursday 22 November from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. Parents are being encouraged to apply now for places in Reception in 2019.

This is an opportunity to look around the Nursery and Reception class and to meet and talk informally to staff.  There will be a short presentation at the beginning of the evening and light refresments will be available.

Crackley Hall School Open Day

Thursday 24 January 2019 - 10.00am - 3.00pm

This is a great chance to look around the school and nursery during a normal working day and to chat to staff and pupils. Light refreshments will be available.

If you can't make the Open Evening or Open Day but would like to look around, please call our Admissions Secretary, Mrs Jenny Vaughan on 01926 514444 and come on a day to suit you, we welcome visitors on most days.

For more information please see our latest Admissions Update.

Sunday 2 December 2018 - 2.00pm to 4.30pm

The College's annual PTA Christmas Fayre will take place on Sunday 3 December from 2.00pm to 4.30pm.

As well as the 'must visit' Old Princethorpians stand, there will be an array of stalls full of present ideas, games and activities, festive music and refreshments plus, of course, Santa in his grotto!

We can't promise snow but there will be lots of Christmas bargains.

This is a lovely opportunity to visit the College at a weekend and all the family are very welcome to come along.

Friday 1 March 2019 from 6.30pm

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

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!

Sunday 24 March 2019 - 2.00pm - 5.00pm

The College's main Open Afternoon will take place on Sunday 24 March from 2.00pm - 5.00pm.  

All are welcome to visit the College and for our younger visitors there will be many fun subject related activities organised by the departments.  The Headmaster will address visitors during the afternoon and refreshments will be available. 

Wednesday 5 June 2019 - 6.30pm - 8.30pm 

The College's annual Summer Open Evening will take place on Wednesday 5 June from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

This is an informal opportunity to look around the school and to meet members of staff and pupils. There will be activities in each department for children to participate in, and the Headmaster will also address visitors in the Chapel during the evening. Please do spread the word amongst friends and family, all are very welcome!  Light refreshments will be available.

Monday 15 April 2019 - 12.00pm

The golfers among you will no doubt still be euphoric after Europe reclaimed the Ryder Cup last weekend but you do need to contain your excitement because the College has its own thrilling golfing news.

Monday 15 April 2019 sees the long awaited return of the Princethorpe Open.

Old Princethorpians, parents and friends of the College are all invited to come and join us at the superb facilities of Stoneleigh Deer Park Golf Club where hosted by OP, Johnny Reay, you will enjoy some great golfing.

The event will start at midday with a bacon roll, you will then enjoy a round of golf before finishing with pie and chips and a dessert.

It will be teams of four, playing Stableford format.  There are 80 places available, at £30 a head.

Please contact Neil McCollin on neilmccollin@princethorpe.co.uk to register your interest.  

The Arts Society is still planning events for next year so dates will be confirmed in the Lent OP Newsletter.