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
Summer Open Evening
Wednesday 3 June 2026, 6.30pm to 8.30pm
The College's annual Summer Open Evening will take place on Wednesday 3 June from 6.30pm to 8.30pm. This is an informal opportunity to look around the school, for children to take part in departmental and co-curricular activities, and to meet members of staff and pupils. The Headmaster will also address visitors during the evening.
This is the perfect opportunity for those looking to join the school in September 2027 or beyond!
Light refreshments will be available, and families are warmly encouraged to take their time exploring everything Princethorpe has to offer.
Taster Days
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 9 (fully booked), Thursday 11 (fully booked), and Wednesday 17 June 2026
Limited places available
Year 6 Taster Days - September
Our Year 6 Taster Days are great for those who have not already attended a Year 5 Taster Day and want to come and experience school life before the registration deadline.
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 15, Thursday 17 and Wednesday 23 September 2026
“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.”
“The event was incredibly well organised, and the enthusiasm for the school shone through at every level - from the Headteacher’s inspiring welcome to the warm and passionate interactions we had with staff and pupils alike. It was truly infectious."
“We were particularly impressed with the students that showed us around on the open day. Very informative and a credit to the school.”
"Our daughter came away feeling genuinely excited about the possibility of joining the school. She particularly loved how friendly and welcoming all the pupils were, and she was thrilled to take part in the hands-on experiments in chemistry and biology. The climbing wall was also a first and a firm favourite."