We are thrilled to open nominations for the 2026 Princethorpe Foundation Alumni Award!

This new annual honour was launched just last year. It aims to offer Old Princethorpians and friends of the Foundation the chance to recognise exceptional former pupils from across all our Foundation schools who have made a real difference - in their careers, their communities, or through their continued support of their school and the wider Foundation.

Whether they’ve reached the heights of their profession, gone above and beyond to help others, or shown remarkable commitment to giving back, this award is all about celebrating the very best of what it means to be a Princethorpian.

Here is everything you need to know, but you can also find this information, along with a link to the nomination form, on Princethorpe Connect, here.

Who’s eligible?

Former pupils of Princethorpe College, Crackley Hall, Crescent School, and our heritage schools - St Joseph’s Convent School, Abbotsford, St Bede’s College, and St Mary’s Priory - are eligible to receive this award.

Nominees must be aged 18 or over at the time of nomination.
(Please note: former Crackley Hall or Crescent School pupils still in secondary education are not yet eligible.)

What are we looking for?

We want to hear about OPs who:

• Have achieved excellence in their chosen field
• Are making a difference locally, nationally, or globally
• Continue to embody the ethos of the Princethorpe Foundation and give back in meaningful ways

Why now?

Our alumni community is full of individuals quietly doing extraordinary things. This award offers the chance to shine a spotlight on their achievements — and to inspire today’s pupils with powerful stories of what’s possible beyond the classroom.

Who can submit a nomination?

All members of the Princethorpe Foundation community — alumni, staff, pupils, parents, and friends — can submit a nomination, whether for themselves or someone else, as long as the nominee is a former pupil.

When can I nominate someone?

Nominations open on Friday 15 May 2026 and close on Monday 31 August 2026. Simply click the button below during this period to complete a short, easy form. You will receive a confirmation message once your form has been successfully submitted. You can nominate yourself or someone else — as long as it's a former pupil.

What happens next?

After nominations close, the Alumni and Development team will review all submissions and create a shortlist based on the award criteria. The OP Committee will then elect the winner, and the chosen recipient will be notified and invited to receive their award at the Princethorpe Prize Giving Ceremony in November.

We hope this award becomes a proud tradition - celebrating the talent, generosity, and spirit that make our alumni community so special.

So, who do you know that deserves to be recognised?

Have your say — click below to make your nomination today!

Nomination Form

For more information or to ask a question, email us at oldprincethorpians@princethorpe.co.uk.

Last year's winner:

John Dawkins, Class of 1998, was our first ever winner, and you can read about him and the presentation of his award at last year's Prizegiving, on Princethorpe Connect, here.