Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust from this week. To read about other stories from across the XP Trust, visit xptrust.org.
XP FESTIVAL TICKETS @ XP Trust
Key Stage 1 Dance Workshop @ Green Top
Experience Day @ Carcroft School
A visit from Donny Dog and Doncaster Rovers @ Norton Juniors
E28 Shine at Bradford Literary Festival @ XP East
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It might be something you or your students have achieved, a charity you’re supporting or anything at all that deserves a wider audience.
Write to us at news@xptrust.org – we want to hear about it, write about it and celebrate it!
On our first day back (Tuesday 26 August), Year 11 students will be completing a hike around Langsett Reservoir. An information letter, kit list, and consent form has been sent to parents separately by email. Please return the consent form by Friday 11 July.
XP students should be at school by 8:15 on Tuesday 26 August for an 8:30 a.m. departure. Students will return to school by 2:30.
XPE students should be at school for the normal time, with a departure of 9:00 a.m. and returning to school by 3:00 p.m.
All students will need a packed lunch. If your child is in receipt of free school meals, a lunch will be provided for them.
More information coming soon!
The C28 Team
Huge well done to the year 8 rounders team who ended their season at the tournament last night. It was fantastic to be able to take 2 teams to a tournament. The weather conditions let us down a little with the wind but the students kept on trying. Keep up all the great work at enrichment and see you all next year.
A quick reminder that everyone attending the XP Festival of Arts & Culture must have a ticket to enter the event – this includes parents and family members of children who are performing.
Tickets are free, but spaces are limited, so please make sure you’ve booked yours in advance to avoid disappointment.
📅 Friday 11th July
📍 XP Doncaster, DN4 5NG
🔗 https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/xptrust/t-yaogpqm
We can’t wait to see you there for a truly special celebration of our students’ creativity and talent!
You are invited to our XP Climate Conference in which years 9 are collectively addressing the climate emergency!
The event will take place across both sites and is scheduled for 4:15 – 5:15 on Tuesday 15th July.
We look forward to seeing you all there!
Just a quick reminder for sports day tomorrow. Students will need to come in full PE kit. Students will need a packed lunch, water bottle and suncream. If they would like to buy an ice cream there will be an ice cream van available so please bring cash or card.
Any questions please email
dcurrie@xpschool.org, abowser@xpschool.org or cogrady@xpschool.org
Lets hope the sun stays out, looking forward to a great day.
Team PE.
What an incredible day filled to the brim with Shakespeare for the X28 students.
On Tuesday the 1st of July we travelled to Bradford for a day dedicated to the Bard. The students took part in four workshops delivered in one of Bradford’s iconic theatres. The sessions looked at rhyme and meter in Shakespeare, ten things we didn’t know about Shakespeare, Shakespeare’s heroes and villains and ended with a fantastic session with Testament, the rapper!
The whole staff team who went with the students were blown away by their impeccable behaviour and willingness to get involved in the sessions. They were a credit to both the school and their families.
The day provided some excellent ideas for GCSE and beyond.
After a fabulous day (and behaviour has been exemplary!) at Bradford Literature Festival, we’re safely back on the coach – and our ETA back at school is approximately 3:45pm due to traffic.
We’ll keep you updated!
Tuesday- Cheerleading practice 3.30-4.30
Wednesday- Year 8 rounders tournament away. Return to XP school 5.30. PE kit, water bottle.
Cricket practice all year groups 3.30-4.30
Friday- Sports day- All student to come in their PE kit, suncream, bring a water bottle, packed lunch and money for the ice cream van.
Any questions please speak to to the PE team.
At the start of the week, Crew Brunel hosted a charity bake sale, all in support of their chosen charity – the Coral Reef Alliance.
The Coral Reef Alliance works to protect and preserve coral reefs around the world, helping marine ecosystems thrive. By supporting their work, Crew Brunel is contributing to a healthier ocean and a brighter future for our planet.
With a table full of cupcakes, brownies, and cookies, students and staff were tempted by the sweet treats, all freshly made and sold with a smile. Crew Brunel worked hard to plan and bake for the event, and their efforts paid off – raising a fantastic £60 for a cause that’s close to their hearts.
A big thank you to everyone who baked, bought, and supported the sale. Your generosity and sweet tooth made a real difference!
Miss Mitchell
