C28 D of E Silver Day 2 – Done!
Another day down and another 15km done. Couple of blisters on a couple of feet, but spirits are more than high!
C29 applications now open for Valencia 2026!
We are delighted to begin the application process for places on the Valencia 2026 Languages and Cultural Heritage fieldwork, which is open to all students in C29. This is an exciting opportunity for students to visit Valencia, build their confidence in spoken Spanish (if they study it), and participate in cultural activities. We aim to take around 40 students.
The activities are yet to be finalised based on student numbers, prices, and availability, but they will include a selection of the following: Paella cooking workshop, Flamenco dance workshop, Mestalla stadium tour (home to Valencia FC), visit to the City of Arts and Sciences (science museum and/or aquarium), Bioparc (zoo), exploring the Old Town, Valencia Cathedral, the Torres de Serrano (tower of the old city walls), and the Turia Gardens.
The provisional dates for this fieldwork are Friday 27th February – Monday 2nd March 2026. We are awaiting price quotes from the accommodation and airlines, but the total trip price is estimated to be around £750 per student, which includes hotel accommodation, flights and transfers, all activities, morning and evening meals, travel insurance, and coach hire within Valencia if and when needed. Students would need to bring a bit of spending money for drinks, lunches and any souvenirs they wish to buy.
If students wish to apply for a place, they should complete the application form using their XP account/email address (the form has been emailed out to C29 students and can also be accessed via this link: Valencia 2026 Student Application Form) by no later than Friday 16th May.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at nbarton@xpschool.org or hwarwick@xpschool.org
We’re looking forward to reading your applications!
Miss Barton and Miss Warwick
XP/E Parliament Fieldwork – Important Information & Consent Required
We are pleased to confirm that all parents and carers of children who have been successful in their application to visit parliament have now been contacted via email.
If you have not received an email please do not complete the form.
Please find the official confirmation letter attached. We are so proud of the high quality applications which we have received!
Please complete the consent form linked to confirm your child’s attendance and to acknowledge the early drop-off time. This must be completed by Friday 6th June at the latest, without it your child will not be able to attend.
Important note for C28 students who have been successful:
Students taking part in work experience that week will attend their placement for two days instead of three to fully participate in this valuable opportunity. If needed, there may be flexibility to rearrange work days—this must be discussed and agreed with Mrs Burns individually.
Please note that attendance on this fieldwork is conditional. Should a student’s HOWLs, behaviour, or attendance decline before the fieldwork, their place may be reconsidered.
We are really looking forward to this exciting and enriching day of learning in the heart of our democracy.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Year 10 TSLCs
We would like to invite parents and carers to Y10’s first Teacher-Student Led conferences on Thursday, 5th June 2025.
These conferences will provide parents with an opportunity to meet with subject-specific teachers, allow students to discuss and reflect on their progress in different subjects following their upcoming mock exams and look at their own areas for development as they move towards Y11.
Students will be given a booking form which will allow them to book a time between 15:30 and 18:30. These will be booked on a first come first served basis so please ask your child to see their booking form and suggest a time to meet teaching staff.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
The Y10 Team
Crew Brunel: A Strong Start
Although it’s been a shorter week, Crew Brunel has hit the ground running after the two week break!
We’ve taken these first few days to re-establish our routines, remind ourselves of the school norms and non-negotiables, and get back into the flow of learning. It’s been great to reconnect, shake off the holiday haze, and start strong as a crew. This week also marked the beginning of our new Expedition, and we’ve jumped straight into immersion.
But it’s not all been work and no play. One of the highlights was ending the week with a fun, Easter-themed Crew session. From sweet treats to light-hearted activities, it was a lovely way to wrap up our return and celebrate being back together.
Here’s to a strong start and an even stronger term ahead!
Miss Mitchell
Easter revision 3D design
3D design students have a revision session opportunity on Monday 7th April. Mr. Jackson will be in from 10am – 2pm and will work with students to prepare for the upcoming exams w/c 21st April
Crew Brunel: A Term of Reflection
As we reflect on another incredible term, Crew Brunel has shown what it means to work together, embracing challenges, and celebrating each other’s achievements. This term has been filled with successes, meaningful reflections on our Habits of Work and Learning (HoWLs), and unforgettable moments of community spirit.
One of the shining stars of our school celebration was Pippa, our Crew Champion for the term! Pippa earned the most praise points for our crew, a true testament to her work ethic and positive attitude. Her consistency in both her academic work and her supportive nature towards others has made her a role model for the rest of the crew. We are all so proud of her and look forward to seeing her continue to shine in the future.
As we head into the next term, Crew Brunel is more motivated than ever to continue growing and achieving together. We know that success isn’t just about grades; it’s about the relationships we build, the challenges we overcome, and the way we support each other along the way. Crew Brunel has shown that with hard work, dedication, and a commitment to our HoWLs, there is no limit to what we can achieve. Here’s to another fantastic term of success, learning, and community.
Have a wonderful Easter break!
Miss Mitchell
X31 ETA
x31 are on their way back to Doncaster after a lovely sunny day at the Staffordshire Regiment Museum! Students have been awesome!
Our current ETA is 3.30pm but we will let you know if any delays!
see you soon.
Crew Brunel: World Book Day!
This World Book Day, Crew Brunel brought Alice in Wonderland to life by dressing up as iconic characters from the classic tale. From Alice herself to the Cheshire Cat, the team fully embraced the playful magic of Wonderland while promoting the joy of reading. Their creative costumes were a fun way to inspire imagination and encourage everyone to explore the world of books.
Well done, Crew Brunel!
Miss Mitchell
Experience of the workplace C28 launch
My name is Kathryn Burns and I am the Careers Lead for XP Trust. I have the pleasure of launching our C28 to students, crew leaders and parents on Wednesday 12th March 4pm – 5pm. Parents and students to meet on XP East stairs where I will share information about expectations, responsibilities and support.
As you may already be aware, in year 10 our students carry out a short experience into the world of work to support their preparation for GCSEs and moving forward as they progress through Year 11 and beyond.
This year we are planning a week off timetable 7th – 11th July with a wrap around the work experience to give them a taste of applications, interviews and workshops alongside the external experience, followed up by a reflective piece of work and CV building.
As a trust we feel that it is important for our students to experience this alongside qualifications and other activities beyond the classroom, such as the Duke of Edinburgh bronze award. Our aim has always been to support parents in developing young people who are able to communicate, have resilience and the transferable skills that the business community are looking for in today’s society.
I look forward to seeing you there as our young people step up and show local employers how amazing XP Doncaster students are.
Mrs Burns
kburns@xpschool.org
