The Prince of Wales School Celebrates 100 Years of Excellence
The Prince of Wales School in Freetown, Sierra Leone, was inaugurated by the then Prince of Wales on April 6, 1925. This prestigious institution was the first government secondary school in Freetown and the first in Sierra Leone to emphasize the teaching of Science and Mathematics. It attracted students not only from Sierra Leone but also from other West African countries.
The Prince of Wales School in Freetown, Sierra Leone, was inaugurated by the then Prince of Wales on April 6, 1925. This prestigious institution was the first government secondary school in Freetown and the first in Sierra Leone to emphasize the teaching of Science and Mathematics. It attracted students not only from Sierra Leone but also from other West African countries.
The Prince of Wales School's bold attempt to feature a Live Lion in its Centenary Thanksgiving Anniversary has been denied by the Sierra Leone Police citing public safety.
Theme: ‘The King of Academic Jungle’
Drawing inspiration from the school motto ‘Forward’ and the Lion Crest, the Class of 2003 formally approached the Sierra Leone Police with an extreme proposal to import a Cape Lion (Panthera Leo Melanochaita) from the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Their vision was to have the lion, accompanied by four professional lion tamers, participate in the parade from Kissy Road to Kingtom on April 6th, which marks the 100th anniversary.
The Sierra Leone Police weren’t ready for the jungle to move into the Streets of Freetown. In a letter dated 29th March, the Inspector General’s Office denied the request, citing public safety.
Rival schools and critics soon begin trolling 'The Move' with memes on social media.
P.O.W Lion don loose oh, unu keych am ooh😃😃😃
Regardless!
The jubilee celebration reminds us of the enduring bonds forged over 100 years of academic excellence.
“Series of Events ”
“Princewaleans and partners visiting the historic Bunce Island Slave Castle.”
“The Prince of Wales School Freetown, CENTENARY THANKSGIVING SERVICE 2025.”
Thanksgiving Service
Time: April 6, 2025, 1:00 PM Freetown Time Zone | 09:00 AM USA /Eastern (New York) /Maryland | 2:00 PM United Kingdom /BST (London)
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Meeting ID: 897 7262 9180 | Passcode: 536992
The Prince of Wales Thanksgiving on Sunday, April 6, 2025. A cross-section of Prince Waleans at home and abroad
Princewalean Wives | Friends unique support
Thanksgiving Prep
FORWARD to POW
BuBu na de Dinner & Dance
Congratulations on the humorous perspective !
POW Centenary Transition Walk
Model Junction to Prince of Wales, Kingtom. Re-enactment of the school move from Model School — FORWARD to POW!
Dinner & Dance — Celebrate 100 Years of Prince of Wales School
The Princewalean: 100 Years of Excellence
The official launch will be on 1 April 2025 on Amazon! A collection of essays and articles, primarily composed of reminiscences and mostly authored by alumni, celebrates the achievements of principals, teachers, and distinguished graduates in various disciplines and sports. These writings also highlight the school's contribution to the development of Sierra Leone and West Africa.
School Athletics: Handing prizes to donors and athletes
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