We have had fantastic half term in Crew Rosa Parks. Some amazing praises received across the group. We hope that this continues in 2026. Have a fantastic Christmas and Happy New Year.
Doncaster Youth Council
Alex has been our school’s Doncaster Youth Council representative for the last two years. He is now coming to the end of his term. We would like to thank and praise Alex for his work representing young people at Doncaster Youth Council.
Next the school representative would start in January if you would like to apply to be part of the Doncaster Youth Council please follow this link, it is a really good opportunity and counts as two years work experience on your CV.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcYAjFp6FPOh5Rw4v1a4cUa9ldD9KgfyTwkmJJYA2o3YPWjA/viewform
The deadline for applications is the 12th January 2026.
Week of expert
This week in PE we had the privilege of more super sporting experts.
The BTEC Sport students had an expert session from Doncaster Pickleball coach. Students demonstrated their amazing skills and took on board some coaching from the expert.
We were also joined by Legacy sport this week who delivered a glow in the dark Zumba session.It was filled with fun and laughter.
XP school End of Term information
As we approach the final day of the autumn term, we want to share a few quick updates regarding our schedule for tomorrow and the upcoming holidays.
Early Finish Tomorrow
A reminder that school will close early tomorrow for the start of the Christmas break. Students will be dismissed at 1:30 PM.
Looking Ahead: Return Dates
We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved rest over the next two weeks. We look forward to welcoming all students back to start the new year on: Monday, 5th January
Happy Holidays!
On behalf of all the staff, we would like to thank our families for your continued support throughout this term. We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a peaceful, relaxing break with your loved ones.
Thanks XP staff
As we approach the final day of the autumn term, we want to share a few quick updates regarding our schedule for tomorrow and the upcoming holidays.
Early Finish Tomorrow
A reminder that school will close early tomorrow for the start of the Christmas break. Students will be dismissed at 1:30 PM.
Looking Ahead: Return Dates
We hope everyone enjoys a well-deserved rest over the next two weeks. We look forward to welcoming all students back to start the new year on: Monday, 5th January
Happy Holidays!
On behalf of all the staff, we would like to thank our families for your continued support throughout this term. We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a peaceful, relaxing break with your loved ones.
See you in 2026!
Crew MNO’s First term at XP
Crew MNO have had the most wonderful start to XP!
Over the past few months it has been a pleasure to watch them start to grow into mature students. We have made so many memories, starting all the way back in August when we went to Outward bound. Outward bound was such an amazing bonding experience for crew MNO as we got to learn so many things about one another and do activities that not everyone can say they have done. Many of us faced our fears, but we did it all as a CREW.
I am so proud of every single person in our crew and the way they have embraced all of our character traits which is shown every week in our praises and conducts reviews. Crew MNO have accumulated 759 praises over this term which is fantastic, with some students getting 80 on their own!!
I am so lucky to go into 2026 with such a fantastic crew.
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas !!
Miss Norburn
Secret Santa with Crew Caldwell 🎄
Crew Caldwell enjoyed a festive morning filled with teamwork and respect.
We handed out our Secret Santa presents (which everyone was very happy with — we know each other well), shared a crew breakfast, and finished with a Christmas quiz. We worked together to answer the questions, and we even had a little sing-song — or, well, I did! 🤷♀️
It was a fantastic crew session; everyone showed our character traits, and it was a lovely way to celebrate the end of the year together.
We’d like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you all in the new year, refreshed and ready to face the rest of Year 10! 🎅✨
Miss Fielding and Miss Cocliff x
Expedition Update: X32 Fieldwork to Hyde Park Cemetery
Launching Our New Expedition with Real-World Immersion
Dear X32 Parents and Guardians,
We are thrilled to be launching our new expedition with a powerful fieldwork visit. To ground the students in the learning and provide immediate real-world context, X32 students will be traveling to Hyde Park Cemetery to engage with the legacy project left by the previous C31 cohort. This is a crucial first step in building the foundation for their own final product.
Key Fieldwork Details
| Class | Date of Trip |
| Skipper Class | Monday, 5th January 2026 |
| Admiral Class | Tuesday, 6th January 2026 |
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- Destination: Hyde Park Cemetery
- Activity Focus: Engaging with the C31 final product. This involves an audio element, requiring students to bring their own headphones.
- Travel Method: The entire class will be walking to and from the cemetery.
Important: Timing and Contact
Please note that this fieldwork is scheduled to take place entirely within the normal school day. This means:
- School Start/End Times: Remain the same.
- Lunch: Will be provided as normal during the school day.
Urgent Questions: Please direct all urgent enquiries regarding this fieldwork to the Expedition Lead: Mr. Jake Eagle, via the school office.
Student Preparation Checklist
As we will be spending time outdoors in January and walking to the site, appropriate preparation is vital for your child’s comfort and safety:
- Headphones: Essential for engaging with the audio component of the C31 legacy work.
- Warm Coat: A warm, waterproof, or weather-appropriate coat is mandatory.
- Appropriate Footwear: Please ensure your child wears sturdy, comfortable footwear suitable for walking and being outdoors on potentially uneven ground (e.g., strong trainers, walking boots).
- Layers: Encourage your child to dress in layers to stay warm.
Thank you for your cooperation and support as we begin this exciting expedition journey!
Join our Crew at XP Gateshead
At XP Gateshead, we believe that every child can achieve extraordinary things – and every adult in the building plays a part in making that happen.
We’re looking for a Pastoral Lead and a Learning Coach. We need people who are passionate about helping young people thrive. Someone who brings positivity and the belief that relationships are the foundation of great learning.
If you want to make a real difference, work in a strong and supportive team, and be part of a school that values kindness, collaboration and creativity – this is the place for you.
Find out more about both roles here:
https://xptrust.org/xp-gateshead-learning-coach-teaching-assistant/
https://xptrust.org/xp-gateshead-pastoral-leader-phase-leader/
X29 Crew Breakfast 🎄🎅
This morning Crew Caldwell, Crew Lovelace, Crew Nightingale, and Crew Kelly got together to celebrate the festive season with a Crew Christmas breakfast. It was a lovely way to approach the end of term together.
The crew session was filled with laughter as we played games, chatted with one another, and enjoyed spending time as a whole year group. We enjoyed pastries and cakes alongside hot chocolate topped with squirty cream — these were a great hit!
It was really lovely to have all four crews together, celebrating and enjoying each other’s company.
It was an enjoyable crew session, thank you to everyone involved.
Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas,
Miss Fielding, Miss Ibbotson, Mrs Mawby, and Miss Warwick 🎄
