X30 DofE
Our X30 students have successfully completed their DofE expedition and have arrived back into school. They are now completing the degunge process and should be ready to be picked up between 4pm and 4.15pm.
Sharing our Stories: 19/06/2026
Beautiful work this week
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Why is the seaside such a special place? @ Norton Infants
Duke of Edinburgh success @ XP School
Year 10 fieldwork to the Holocaust Museum @ XP East
Year 6 Heart Art @ Norton Juniors
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Bronze DofE Update
Good Morning from our sunny campsite
Awesome day yesterday, kids showed grit and determination. Now on the day 2. With the sunshine on our faces and a smile in our hearts students embark on the next leg of the expedition.
They are all currently taking down tents, repacking their kit and having a bite to eat.
We aim to be back and ready for collection from XP today around 4pm.
We will try and keep you posted, please be mindful that signal is limited.
Thank you
DofE Team
W/C 22nd June in PE
Monday- Year 7 and 8 Doncaster and District athletics. Only students who have a letter. Chereleading practice 3.30-.5pm
Tuesday- Year 9 and 10 Doncaster and District athletics. Only students who have a letter.
Wednesday- No rounders practice this week. Cheerleading practice 3.30-5pm.
Thanks Team PE.
Duke of Edinburgh success
Well done to E30 Crew Rosa Parkes on completing their Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award!
It was a tough two days, but the students demonstrated outstanding resilience, teamwork, communication, and determination throughout the expedition. They faced challenges with a positive attitude, supported one another when things got difficult, and showed great perseverance to reach the finish.
The experience provided an excellent opportunity for students to develop their independence, problem-solving skills, and confidence while working together towards a shared goal. They should be incredibly proud of what they have achieved and the way they represented themselves and the school.
A huge congratulations to everyone involved on this fantastic accomplishment, and thank you to all the staff who helped make the expedition a success. An achievement to remember and a well-deserved Bronze Award! 👏🏅🥾
Sporting Opportunities On and Off the Field
On Wednesday, our Year 10 BTEC Sport students visited Sheffield Hallam University to take part in an exciting Sport event. Throughout the day, students engaged in a variety of workshops, ranging from practical sport sessions to exploring the business side of the sporting industry. They also had the privilege of hearing from a Sheffield Hallam University alumnus who now works within the football industry, providing valuable insight into potential career pathways in sport.
After dropping off the BTEC students, staff headed straight to Hayfield for a Year 7 and Year 8 rounders fixture. It was fantastic to see such a significant improvement from our previous fixture, with both teams demonstrating excellent teamwork, skill, and determination. There were plenty of rounders scored throughout the afternoon, making for some exciting matches.
A huge well done to both teams for their efforts, and congratulations to the Year 7 team on their well-deserved victory!
Crew Sinfield fantastic day 1
Crew Sinfield have made it back to camp at the end of a fantastic day!! They have worked really well together and currently making some tasty food!
well done crew- same again tomorrow! 😃
Crew Peake on their way back to camp 🏕️
Some questionable map reading decisions may have gotten us here… but those little legs are on the way back to camp in a tired but happy spirit!
What a team we have in Crew Peake 🙌🏻
Only one week to go until the XP Festival of Arts and Culture!
On Thursday 25th June, join our Crew at XP Doncaster for a joyful celebration of creativity. Expect live music, powerful performances, and the beautiful work that defines our students. Grab your free tickets today!
Year 10 fieldwork to the Holocaust Museum
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.
