In Crew this morning we celebrated and appreciated students who have been attending every day since September or October! As a Crew we have been pushing really hard to improve our attendance and these guys are smashing it!
Leo, Alfie and Poppy have achieved 100% attendance since October half term – well done guys!
Holly has achieved 100% attendance since we started in September!! This is absolutely phenomenal Holly, well done!!
Take a look into X31 Skipper’s classroom, where they have been working hard crafting and practicing their fluency skills in English!
Students have embraced the challenge of building their fluency and comprehension skills through one of our anchor text stories, ‘A Storm in a Teashop‘, focusing on the events during the First World War. It was a brilliant display of reading, with each student nailing key pauses, skilful dramatisation, and the use of clauses and tone pitch. Their interpretations not only shed light on stories of the First World War, but also showed courage and compassion for one another.
Take a look at the attached video to see the magic of X31 Skipper in action!
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to hear Jeff, a key influence behind the creation of XP, talk about his life, work and Jeff Tech High!
This week, part of Year 7 had the opportunity to showcase their culinary skills during XP Outdoors, an engaging session that combined practical cooking with essential life skills. Students took on the challenge of preparing and making pitta pizzas, reinforcing their understanding of healthy eating while gaining hands-on experience in food preparation.
Throughout the session, students worked collaboratively to assemble their pizzas, selecting a variety of fresh, nutritious ingredients to create a balanced meal. They discussed the importance of key nutrients, such as protein for growth and repair, carbohydrates for energy, and vitamins and minerals for overall well-being. This activity encouraged them to think critically about the food they consume and how to make healthier choices in their daily lives.
Beyond nutrition, the experience also helped develop valuable life skills, including teamwork, food hygiene, and basic cooking techniques. Students demonstrated excellent communication and problem-solving abilities as they followed instructions, managed their cooking stations, and supported one another in the process.
The session not only provided a fun and interactive way to reinforce their learning but also empowered students with skills they can take beyond the classroom, fostering independence and confidence in their ability to prepare simple, nutritious meals.
We even extended this to staff who came along to sample some of their delicious pizza’s.
Crew Pasteur have been busy updating their scrapbook to show their journey through Year 10. Before Christmas they showed kindness by providing a cup of tea and a biscuit to staff, and on the last day we shared sweet treats with our buddy Crews in Years 8 and 9.
Huge well done to our XP student who competed in the South Yorkshire cross country finals on Saturday.
Amazing efforts even in the cold weather.
Join us for a special evening as we welcome Jeff Robin to XP to celebrate the first year of Jeff Tech High. This event will showcase the journey of the XP staff who travelled to San Diego to work alongside Jeff on their ‘exemplars’ – an experience that has reshaped their practice and deepened their approach to Expeditionary Learning.
Through storytelling, reflections, and tangible examples of their work, the JTH Crew will share how Jeff’s expertise has influenced their thinking and teaching. The evening will conclude with a Q&A with Jeff, offering the chance to gain insight into his philosophy and approach to crafting meaningful, authentic learning experiences for students and staff alike.
📅 Date: 10th February 2025
🕒 Time: 3:45 PM
📍 Location: XP East School
Come and be part of the conversation as we explore creativity, craftsmanship, and the lasting impact of Jeff Tech High.
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.
Family Learning @ Norton Infants
Class 9 Family Learning @ Green Top
Why do we have a skeleton? @ Carcroft School
A Visit from Brenda Dinsdale @ XP Gateshead
We now have a new dedicated news email so that you can send your stories, updates or ideas about potential news articles directly to us in Comms.
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!
Our KS3 and KS4 badminton teams recently competed in the Doncaster Schools Finals, showcasing their dedication, skill, and sportsmanship. Although we may not have come away with the victory, every player should be incredibly proud of their achievements.
Throughout the tournament, our learners demonstrated resilience, teamwork, and determination against strong competition. Their performances reflected the hard work they have put in during our weekly extracurricular sessions, and their commitment to improving their game has been inspiring to see.
Beyond the results, what truly stood out was the way our players conducted themselves, supporting teammates, respecting opponents, and playing with passion. They represented the school excellently.
A huge well done to everyone involved! This experience will only make us stronger as we continue to develop and grow. Here’s to more success in the future—both on and off the court!
Tuesday- Girls football and Badminton (open to all years) 3.30-4.30
Wednesday – Netball practice 3.30-4.30. Year 7/8 girls football at home finish at 5pm. Year 7 boys football at home finish at 5pm.
Thursday – no cheerleading practice
Any questions please email cogrady@xpschool.org dcurrie@xpschool.org
Thanks Team PE
