Admissions Update

Tuesday 10 May - 5.00pm to 7.00pm

Crescent School will be hosting an Open Evening on Tuesday 10 May from 5.00pm to 7.00pm for prospective families and pupils.

Come and find out why Crescent School has just been judged 'excellent' in all areas by the ISI in their recently published report at our Open Evening on Tuesday 10 Mary 2022. This is a great opportunity for prospective families to get a feel for the school and to meet, Mr Thackway, the Headmaster. 

To register your interest please click here.

Please note

In terms of availability, Reception and Year 3 for 2022 entry are now full, with a waiting group available. We are also operating waiting groups in most other years apart from our current Reception and Year 1 classes (Year 1 and 2 for September 2022 entry). We are now taking registrations for Reception and Year 3 entry in 2023 and beyond. 

If you would like more information or details on specific year group availability, please email Helen Morley, Registrar, at admissions@crescentschool.co.uk or call 01788 523851.

Thursday 19 May - 5.00pm to 7.30pm

Crackley Hall School and Little Crackers Nursery are holding an Open Evening Thursday 19 May from 5.00pm. 

The evening will consist of a welcome from our Headmaster, Rob Duigan, and a guided tour around the school. This is a great opportunity for prospective families to get a feel for the school and to meet staff and pupils. 

To book your place, please click here.

For more information on admission to Crackley Hall and Little Crackers please email Jenny Vaughan at admissions@crackleyhall.co.uk or call 01926 514410.

Open Evening - Wednesday 8 June - 6.30pm - 9.00pm

The College's annual Summer Open Evening will take place on Wednesday 8 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. The Headmaster will also address visitors during the evening. Light refreshments will be available.

Please click here to book your place. 

Year 5 Taster Days

Wednesday 4 May, Tuesday 14 June, Thursday 16 June and Wednesday 22 June 2022.

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.

For further information on admissions and entry to the College in 2023 visit our school website or speak to the Admissions Team on 01926 634201/262/297 or by email at admissions@princethorpe.co.uk.

Thursday 23 June from 6.00pm to 8.30pm and Sunday 26 June from 2.00pm to 4.30pm

A celebration of our pupils GCSE and A-level Art, Photography and Design work will take place on Thursday 23 June from 6.00pm to 8.30pm and on Sunday 27 June from 2.00pm to 4.30pm.

The event, which is part of the Warwickshire Open Studios Summer Art Weeks 2022, includes a range of design technology projects, from resistant materials to textiles, alongside the stunning art and photography work which 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."

Added Head of Design 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 Fete and Motoring Festival.

Sunday 26 June - 2.00pm to 4.30pm

The Princethorpe PTA Summer Fete 

The Summer Fete is held in the Orchard with lots of entertainment for both children and adults alongside traditional stalls, refreshments, activities and competitions.

Please keep an eye on the PTA section of the Princethorpe website for updates and for more details of what’s on offer. 

Annual Motoring Festival

The 25th Annual Motoring Festival is open to anyone keen to bring any sort of classic, vintage, veteran or interesting vehicle along for the afternoon. There will be rally plaques for all pre-booked vehicles and awards for self-judged competitions.

The Festival is preceded by an informal morning road run of about 30 miles through the Warwickshire countryside. Vehicles taking part in the run need to arrive at Princethorpe for 11.00am. There is no charge for classic vehicles entering the festival or taking part in the road run.

Barbecued food is available for a nominal charge on return to Princethorpe at lunchtime, or feel free to bring a picnic.

Online registration for the 2022 event is now open, click here for more information.

Entrance Examinations for Year 7 to 10 entry to Princethorpe College in September 2022 will take place on Saturday 5 November 2022 from 9.30am to 3.30pm.

For more information on Entrance Examinations click here.

Those wishing to register for Entrance Examinations should do so by Friday 30 September 2022 to facilitate the gathering of confidential references from primary schools.

Registrations forms are available in our prospectus packs or you can download a registration form here.

Wednesday 29 June 2022 - 9.00am to 4.45pm

(Presentation to Parents and Information Fair from 3.30pm to 4.30pm)

The Induction Day for new pupils starting at the College in September 2022 will take place on Wednesday 29 June 2022. The day will consist of two separate events. The new pupils should arrive at school in their current school uniform for 9.00am, but no earlier than 8.45am and can be dropped off by the Sports Hall where they will be met by the Registrars.

They will spend the day getting to know Mrs Susan Harris, Head of Transition and Induction, their Head of House, meet their new Vertical Tutor Group and their teaching group. Refreshments at break and lunch will be provided.

Parents should return to the Sports Hall at 3.15pm for a prompt start at 3.30pm for their own talks and an Information Fair. Parking will be in the Orchard. There will be an introductory address by the Headmaster and senior staff and after which parents will have the opportunity to visit the Information Fair.

The Fair comprises the following;

Bus services

Music lessons 

Medical matters 

Catering

Parent Teacher Association 

Uniform - book your appointment for the shop

Following the Fair you will be rejoined by your son or daughter for refreshments outside when there will be a further opportunity to chat with Mrs Harris, the Heads of House and other members of staff.  The day will finish around 4.45pm

Year 7 Activity Day - Friday 2 September - 9.30am to 4.00pm

The incoming Year 7 children will get a further opportunity to get to know the College and each other a little better on their Activity Day on Friday 2 September, just before term begins on Monday 5 September.