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Crackley is widely acknowledged to have some of the most accomplished readers within Warwickshire, so it is with no surprise that we can report the prowess of Millie Lammas (J3V) and Isabella Olden (J1G). Both girls can be seen pictured with certificates in hand and a winning smile.

Each girl was set a simple challenge by their local library, namely read a minimum of six books at home before the end of their holidays. Their mission didn't end their either, as each separate visit to their library required them to solve the crime of the Animal Agents.

The girls easily completed the challenge and should you want a clue as to what happened or what books to read then look up our eager readers, as they'll give you a great steer.

It is often said that 'a picture paints a thousand words'; well never has a proverb been more apt, as Junior 2 pupil Imogen Lakin-Hubball can be seen here peeking around her fabulous artwork, certificate and rosette.

Clearly, her family's artistic talent doesn't just reside with her Father, a certain Mr. Hubball, Princethorpe Head of Art. Imogen entered her floral piece into the 'Items from a Hedgerow' category of the Marton Village Show and in so doing secured the plaudits and first place. Great work Imogen, your work is vibrant proof of your ability and demonstration of your budding talent.

Taking a quick peak at Junior 4 pupils Henry Fox and Aryan Mehta's matching trophies might give one the false impression that these two conquered all in the county as dynamic doubles partners; not so, as they squared up to region's finest in the under 8 years and under 9 years singles championships respectively.

Henry can be seen proudly cradling his Warwickshire Division 1 trophy, the product of four hard fought matches in Leamington. Not be outdone Aryan, fellow Year 4 student and outstanding tennis talent, finished 3rd at the recent Warwickshire County Championships and remainded unbeaten in the Grade 5 Leamington Championships.

Well done boys, we trust this is just the beginning of your winning ways.    

Mrs. Malcolm is thrilled to be holding her first Crackley Hall Student Council meeting of the academic year with a fantastic group of children who are bursting with ideas.

Meeting every other Tuesday the 14 strong group will look at ways of channelling their energies into all sorts of projects throughout the year. With elected representatives from each class these girls and boys are on the Council because they feel it’s important to get involved, have their say and make a difference. Possible ideas for the first meeting include; objectives for the year, charity work and the environment. Mrs. Malcolm comments, “At this initial stage we are open to hearing everyone’s views about what they see as important issues to discuss.”

This year’s Student Council are:

J1: Penny Thomas, Molly Lucas, Leo Warne and Jia Mehta

J2: Marley Hardwick,Theodora Baldassari, Harry Gibson and Lily Bryson

J3: Oliver Ferguson and Adelaide Hunter

J4: Kiran Dhillon, Alfie Blenkinsop, Louisa Cooper and Zach Rose

J5: Isabella Osborne, Oscar Glover, Ryan Cheema, Cecilia Holdgate, Andrew Gordon and Olivia Swinson

J6:Giorgio Kleinmann, Jethro Wilkinson, Bergamote Dufour and Megan Shipton

The lastest edition of Princethorpe College's Admissions Update e-newsletter has been issued today, Friday 15 September. The issue is packed with news to give prospective parents and pupils a feel for College life, information on forthcoming events and helpful advice about the admissions process, particularly for those who are looking at entry in September 2018.

The newsletter reminds parents that this year our Entrance Exams for Years 7 to 10 admissions in September 2018 have moved to Saturday 11 November 2017 from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Early registration is advised.

This newsletter is issued twice a year to coincide with key admissions periods, the next edition will be published in spring 2018.

Click here to go to the Admissions Update newsletter.

If you have any queries relating to admissions please feel free to email the Registrars at admissions@princethorpe.co.uk or call 01926 634201.