Visit the School
There are a number of opportunities to visit Princethorpe during the course of the year, in order for prospective pupils and their parents to get a true flavour of the school before registering to take the entrance examinations in November or applying for Sixth Form.
Prospective families are also very welcome to attend our PTA Summer Fete and Motoring Festival in June and our PTA Christmas Fair in December. See website calendar for details.
If you have any specific queries about visiting Princethorpe College please do speak to our friendly Admissions Team on 01926 634201/297 or email admissions@princethorpe.co.uk
Open Events
Whole School Open Morning
Thursday 13 March 2025, 10.30am to 12.30pm
Come and explore Princethorpe on a normal working day. You will be toured by our Year 8s and 9s where you'll experience first hand what being a Princethorpe pupil is really all about.
This is a great opportunity for those looking to join Princethorpe in September 2026 and beyond. We also recommend anyone looking at joining Princethorpe in Years 8 to 10 in September 2025 to come along and see the College.
Summer Open Evening
Wednesday 4 June 2025, 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Come along to our Summer Open Evening and explore the school. There will be lots of activities across the subjects for you and your child to get involved in. This is a great opportunity for those looking to join Princethorpe in September 2026 and beyond.
Taster Events
Year 5 Taster Days - May and June
Taster Days run from 9.30am to 3.00pm and typically involve four lessons, a question and answer session with some of our current pupils and the chance to talk to the Headmaster, Mr du Toit. Snacks and lunch are provided and there is no charge for the day.
Our Taster Days are:
Tuesday 13 May, Thursday 15 May, Wednesday 11 June, Tuesday 17 June and Thursday 19 June.
YEar 4 and 5 Say Hello To HOckey
Friday 16 May 2025, 4.15pm to 6.00pm
The afternoon is aimed at children of all skill levels, including those who have not necessarily played hockey before. Taught by Princethorpe's experienced sports coaches, including national level hockey players, this event is aimed at both boys and girls and will be a fun and informal experience of this energetic and fast paced sport.
Other Opportunities To Visit
LOL Theatre Company Production of Peter Rabbit
Wednesday 9 April and Thursday 10 April 2025
Wednesday 9 April, 2.00pm and 4.00pm and Thursday 10 April, 2.00pm to 4.00pm
As part of the Foundation's drive to increase non-fee income, our Commercial Enterprise Team are delighted to be hosting LOL Theatre Company's lovingly adapted production of The Tale of Peter Rabbit in The Clarkson Theatre in the run up to Easter.
Adult ticket - £10, Child ticket - £5, Under 4s go FREE
“We bought our son to an open day after a recommendation from friends he absolutely loved it, came out and said he'd love to go to school there if possible.”
“Can I just say that last night was a really wonderful event, everything was perfect. Jacob and my wife and I would like to thank you for allowing us to explore your school, and we look forward to seeing if this will be a long- term fixture.”
“We were particularly impressed with the students that showed us around on the open day. Very informative and a credit to the school.”
"My daughter fell in love with the school at our first visit. We were very impressed with the facilities, attentive teachers and staff and the care for overall well being of the students."