Andrew Lawn
Age: 25
What are you doing now?
I live in Coventry, and I work for a startup in the food delivery sector called Deliveroo. In my spare time I also play drums for Boudika, aka Emily Wilson who is another Princethorpe alumni.
When were you at Princethorpe - years from and to?
I joined for Sixth Form in 2006, and was there until end of Upper Sixth in 2008
What was the school like in your day?
My Year Group was the first to be a part of the new Sixth Form Centre which was/is a fantastic facility. I remember being told numerous times that there was a strict “no football” rule inside - which I imagine still (unfortunately!) stands today - and I also remember how bright and welcoming the building was.
How did Princethorpe affect the person you are today?
Princethorpe gave me a great grounding in becoming an adult. It taught me how to make new friends and allowed me to pursue my interests in a positive way.
What advice would you give to your teenage self?
Work hard, never be complacent, and never say no to an opportunity - be it a job or a night out.
Who or what has been the greatest influence on your life?
At the risk of sounding like a cliché, I have a great family and a really tight group of friends, and I’d also say that the Princethorpe experience acted as a great influence on me.
What keeps you awake at night?
There is nothing that really keeps me awake at night - apart from the odd binge-watch on Netflix!
What has been your proudest moment/greatest achievement so far?
Graduating with a 2:1 from university was a great achievement, but I have also been really thrilled to land the jobs that have formed my career path since leaving university.
What’s your biggest indulgence?
Biggest indulgence is definitely that I eat restaurant food 'far' too much!
If you had to have one last meal, what would it be?
Very hard to narrow down but a great fillet steak would suit me.
What is your favourite TV Show and why?
The Office & The Thick of It are probably the standouts - I like comedies that are quite dry and sarcastic, which reflects my sense of humour!
If you could be anywhere right now, where would it be and who would be with you?
I’ve never been one to wish my life away, but having said that Australia isn’t bad at this time of year..! I am lucky to be working for a company I like, influencing my hometown, and I'm able to enjoy loads of good times with friends and family outside of this.
Lasting memories of Princethorpe
Princethorpe was a really close knit, welcoming school that allowed me to find my path in my life. I made some great friends and enjoyed some really great times which I will always remember.
Are you in touch with any other Old Princethorpians, if so whom?
Our year group was really close - to this day, there are approx 20+ of us that will see each other regularly. Some of us still play sport together - even back at Princethorpe on Monday nights - and we always enjoy a laugh and a drink whenever we can arrange a party.
Is there anyone you would like to track down?
With technology nowadays there haven’t really been many friends that I have fallen out of contact with. However, I’d hope that the teachers who taught me are doing well, and that the foreign exchange/part time staff who helped our year are enjoying life wherever they are in the world. Thanks!
