This week, our Year 10 students visited the National Holocaust Museum as part of our ‘Power and Prejudice’ expedition. The visit supported learning in both GCSE History, focusing on life under Nazi rule, and GCSE Ethics by exploring Judaism.
Students explored the museum’s powerful exhibitions and beautiful memorial gardens before hearing the moving testimony of a Holocaust survivor. Listening to their first-hand experiences brought history to life and encouraged students to reflect on the importance of challenging prejudice, discrimination and hatred.
The day was a valuable opportunity to deepen students’ understanding of the Holocaust and its lasting lessons for society today. We are incredibly proud of the respect, maturity and empathy shown by all students throughout the visit.
Our new Year 7 students’ Outward Bound adventure begins on Tuesday 25th August 2025. Students need to be arrive at school at 7:00am for a prompt 7:30am departure.
Participant Form
We need all parents to complete a Participant Information Form by following the link below. The form must be submitted by Monday, July 6th, 2026.
– It should take around 20-45 minutes to complete and you will need to register an account to begin. You can use existing Microsoft, Google, X or Facebook accounts to login if you choose.
– The form is only supported on Chrome, Edge, Safari and Firefox browsers.
– Remember to enter the information for the person who will be attending the course.
Returnable Deposit
Students must bring a £10 deposit with them on the morning which will be handed back to them at the end of their adventure if there is no loss or damage to equipment. This is an important part of the process for the week, and teaches the students about join responsibility as a Crew.
Medication
Any medication for studentsmust be in the original box, clearly labelled with your child’s name and details of regularity of administration and dose. This includes:
Inhalers
Epipens
Travel sickness pills
Painkillers
Antihistamines
Please get in contact with njohnson@xpschool.org if your child will be bringing medication and we can provide you with a self-administration or permission to administer form.
Kit List
Specialist equipment such as walking boots, tents, sleeping bags, hiking rucksacks and waterproofs will be provided by the centre.
The kit list for students is listed below. Please ensure that your child has all of these items.
Older clothes are far better for the week as they will get wet and or muddy.
1 large bag or suitcase to take kit on the coach
2 bin bags – to store wet and dirty clothes
1 pair of trainers for getting wet – these trainers will definitely get wet so it is important that you have a second pair.
A second pairof trainers to stay dry for day to day wear – these are likely to get muddy so preferably not new.
3 sweatshirts, jumpers, hoodies or fleeces – Fleeces are ideal as they dry quickly but any of the other items are a good substitute. You should include at least one warmer fleece for your expedition.
3 pairs of trousers – Lightweight trousers (not denim) such as walking trousers, leggings or tracksuit bottoms.
3 T-shirts – Aim for tops that cover shoulders from the sun.
1 long-sleeved base layer/top
1 pair of shorts – Not denim
1 pair of nightwear/pyjamas
1 set of casual clothes for around the centre
7 sets of underwear including socks – This is a minimum number. Trainer socks aren’t recommended as they may cause blisters.
At least 2 pairs of thick walking socks
Sunhat, sunglasses, suncream – don’t bring expensive sunglasses, suncream needs to be at least factor 30.
1 set of warm hat and gloves
At least 1 towel – Quick drying microfibre towels are great. You will need a towel for showering and on activities, so bring at least one.
Watch with alarm if possible
1 set of swimwear plus t-shirt and shorts for use in water
Toiletries – including soap, toothbrush and toothpaste, blister kit, plasters, insect repellent, lip salve, hand sanitiser, wet wipes, talcum powder (for your feet), etc.
