This week in crew, Crew Hoy have been re-establishing their bonds and spending time together. An important part of this was our crew breakfast.
It is important to us to sit around a table, sharing chats and food whilst being polite and being stewards of our space.
I really enjoyed finding out about your summer and what had gone on for crew during my absence. We have decided this is an event we would like to repeat each half term.
Welcome back Crew Hoy!
What a start to Year 10 we have had! Our Guiding Question for this week has been “How can we ensure our future selves thank us for the next 2 years?” – looking at 3 different mini case studies!
More to come on the overall tasks this week… But our fieldwork this week took us out to Lakeside Shopping Village, where – as part of our A-Z tasks – we took some beautiful roses, and handed them to unsuspecting members of the public – or we left them around to be found and taken to new homes. We asked if, they were found, emails could be sent to Miss Cocliff so we knew where they ended up… and today? 2 responses!
Let’s see how many more activities we can facilitate this year, crew, to have that positive impact on our local community!
Miss Cocliff x
We are excited to share information for year 7 (C33) fieldwork to Kynren on Wednesday 2nd September. Please see information below.
Please note X31 have had a slight delay to their ETA. They should be back for 3:45pm.
We’ve arrived safely at Outward Bound! 🌲
After our journey, we’ve refuelled with lunch and are already starting to settle into our new surroundings. Next up: finding our rooms, making our beds and getting ready to head out for our first activities!
There’s already a real buzz of excitement as everyone gets used to our home for the week. We can’t wait to see what challenges, adventures and memories the next few days bring! 💪
The adventure officially begins now… 👀
#C33OutwardBound
The visit focused on critical real-world topics, providing practical advice and open discussions surrounding drugs, alcohol, and sexual health.
Hands-On Learning & Beer Goggles
Rather than a standard lecture, the team brought along interactive activities that got everyone involved. One of the highlights was testing out “beer goggles,” which simulate the disorienting effects of alcohol consumption. Students experienced firsthand how drastically alcohol impairs vision, coordination, and perception—making simple tasks surprisingly difficult and driving home the realities of alcohol consumption in a memorable way.
Key Topics Covered
A huge thank you to the Zone 5-19 team for delivering such an engaging, informative, and valuable experience for Crew Lovelace!
What a fantastic first day back for C29!
It was lovely to start the first day of our final year with a walk around Langsett Reservoir, taking in the stunning views and enjoying some time together in the great outdoors.
The walk was also a chance to reminisce about their very first day with us back in Year 7, when they set off on their first Outward Bound walk in Wales. Looking back, we’re not quite sure where the time has gone. It feels like we blinked, and suddenly their school journey is almost over!
It was wonderful to see everyone return after the summer well rested, refreshed and raring to tackle Year 11. There was plenty of catching up between friends, lots of laughter and, of course, plenty of opportunities to show what being a crew is all about. As tired legs started to kick in, students supported and encouraged one another, making sure everyone kept going.
Most importantly, it was fantastic to see the students enjoying themselves, spending time together and taking in the beautiful surroundings.
What a way to begin the school year – and what a way to start their final year with us. Here’s to a brilliant Year 11!
A strange one for our Year 7 staff team this morning… arriving to school and not jumping straight on the coach! But we’re set and raring to go for the morning!
A reminder that all Year 7 students are to arrive through Car Park 3 gate into the school yard for 7am. We will be leaving on the coach at 7:30am.
In the morning, please meet your Crew leader to:
If there have been any changes to medication over the summer Crew Leaders have consent forms, please request one if you need to leave any with us. This includes any travel sickness tablets for the return journey.
We will provide updates throughout the week using the hashtag #C33OutwardBound on here, Facebook and X. This includes information on the return journey on Friday 28th August.
This week is all about stepping out of our comfort zones and showing there is more in us than we know, that starts by arriving in the morning! We look forward to seeing you!
X30 is taking a step back to answer the question: What does it actually mean to be Crew?
Crew isn’t just a label or a time slot on the schedule—it’s a commitment. It’s the part of our day that drives how we learn, grow, and show up for each other every single day. But maintaining that standard requires constant recalibration. Today, X30 met a new set of high expectations, proving that relationships aren’t a given; their earned through collective effort.
Adaptability is the true test of any crew. This afternoon, X30 has been pushed to step up to distinct challenges set by Miss Cocliff, Miss Mitchell, Miss Burnitt, and Mr Machin.
Whether it’s raising the bar for academic rigour, sharpening personal character traits, or deeply reflecting, we know what X30 is capable of achieving. True support isn’t just about giving praise; it’s about making a stand, to do this we need to respect one another. Challenge without support leads to frustration. Whenever the bar is raised, X30 ensures no one is left behind, stepping in with encouragement, shared effort, and shared responsibility.
At the heart of XP culture lie our Habits of Work and Learning; working hard, getting smart and being kind.
Well done to XP and XP East for achieving School Games Gold for 2025/26!
We will continue to develop and strengthen our enrichment offer throughout 2026/27, providing even more opportunities for students to get involved in sport and physical activity. We are excited to welcome students to all of our upcoming sporting and physical activity events
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