As our exam season approaches at XP Doncaster, we are looking for people interested in working as invigilators during this important time. At XP, we believe in ‘beautiful work’ – work that shows craftsmanship and integrity – and exams are a crucial part of this. Our students have worked hard over many years to reach this point, and we are seeking calm, supportive adults who can help create the conditions for them to demonstrate their very best. If you would like to play a part in this moment for our young people, we would love to hear from you via our expression of interest form.
Sharing our Stories: 27/03/2026
Beautiful work this week
Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust!
To read about other stories from across the XP Trust, visit xptrust.org.
Top of the Blogs
Another amazing week in PE @ XP
Double, Double, No Toil or Trouble: G31 Nailed It! @ XP Gateshead
Easter Traditions @ Norton Infants
Crew Rosa Parkes – Well done! @ XP East
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Write to us at [email protected] – we want to hear about it, write about it and celebrate it!
Another amazing week in PE
Well done to the Year 8 and 9 netball team who travelled to Hall Cross this week. It was a tough match and an unlucky loss. It has been a brilliant netball season this year. Well done to all the students who have played in the netball team this year. It was been fantastic to see so many amazing games.
Look out for the new timetable when we return after Easter holidays for our new enrichment programme.
Have a lovely Easter.
From Team PE
Crew Rosa Parkes – Well done
Congratulations to Crew Rosa Parks for completing their passage presentations. Students demonstrated courage and resilience and showed some beautiful craftsmanship and quality. Thank you to all the staff and experts who came in and were panelists for our students. To say well done we celebrated at McDonalds for crew breakfast.
We are all excited for the nest step into KS4.
Celebrations in PE
This week staff took a groups of students to compete in South Yorkshire Panathlon at the EIS in Sheffield and we WON. It was an incredible event and was fab to see all the students getting involved in a variety of events. Well done to all the student that took part.
We have also launched the Ski Trip 2027 today in Community meeting. If students would like a letter please collect from XP East reception.
Next week in PE W/C23rd March
Monday- Year 8 and 9 netball fixture away at Hall Cross lower school, pick up at Hall Cross lower school at 4.45.
Wednesday – Boys football practice 3.30-4.30
Thursday – Cheerleading practice will run until 5pm
Have a lovely weekend Team PE
Sharing our Stories: 20/03/2026
Beautiful work this week
Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust!
To read about other stories from across the XP Trust, visit xptrust.org.
Top of the Blogs
X30 Corner Football Thursday @ XP
The Power of Passage Presentations @ XP Gateshead
Where will our vehicles take us @ Norton Infants
Share your stories with us!
Write to us at [email protected] – we want to hear about it, write about it and celebrate it!
We’re looking for a School Administrator at XP Doncaster!
Find out more here and apply to #JoinOurCrew
Relish at Green Top: What Students, Parents and Staff Say
Relish has transformed school dinners across XP – but don’t just take our word for it. Hear what students, parents and staff at Green Top have to say…
Find out more about Relish and set up your parent account: https://relishschoolfood.co.uk/parents
‘Sparx’ extended study update
Dear Parents and Carers,
I am emailing you regarding the maths extended study system ‘Sparx’ we are using to support the learning experience of our students.
Sparx Maths Homework is an online platform designed to provide personalised and targeted practice for students in maths. We believe that this tool will play a crucial role in reinforcing classroom learning and helping your child develop a strong foundation and confidence in mathematics.
Key Information for Parents:
- Homework Schedule: Homework will be set weekly on a Tuesday (for all classes) and is due on the same day the following week.
- Independence: It is important that your child completes their homework independently so Sparx can adapt to their learning needs (please do not give them too much help so that Sparx makes the work too difficult for your child).
- Support & Help: Every question has an attached support video. If your child is stuck, they should watch the video to get help. Students can also access Sparx clubs on Wednesday lunchtime.
- Bookwork Checks: Students are expected to write down their workings in their math books, which will be checked to help them form good habits. If parents could check that students had done working out that would really support us in reducing the use of AI.
- Weekly Emails: You will receive weekly automated emails tracking your child’s progress. (on a Sunday, if not completed by then please speak to your child)
- Consequences: To ensure that students are completing Sparx, we will be holding After School Reflections to ensure consequences are in place. This should encourage students to build the habits and knowledge they need to be successful at GCSE. If there are problems with Sparx completion, please ensure you speak to the class teacher before the due date.
How to Support Your Child:
- Provide a quiet space for them to work.
- Encourage them to start their homework early so they can seek help if needed (encourage them to seek help at Sparx clubs at lunchtime)..
- Check the weekly email to praise them for their progress.
- Support After School Reflections if students have not completed Sparx. Building students’ sense of responsibility and accountability is crucial for them to succeed in GCSE.
- Sparx can be accessed at home by their phone (if their device is broken).
We massively appreciate all the support you give to the school and thank you for your ongoing support in our aim to support all students in maths.
If you want to learn about what Sparx is, please watch this video.
If you have any problems with this, please get in touch.
Best wishes,
Mr Campbell
(Maths Trust Lead)
E32 POL
We are looking forward to welcoming you to our upcoming POL (Presentation of Learning) this Thursday, 19th March. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to share their learning and celebrate their progress with you.
Event Details
Location: Hype Park Cemetery
Start Time: 4:00pm
Approximate Finish: 4:45pm – Take child home straight from Hyde park if they are getting the bus and need to return back to school they must wait and walk back with staff.
Students have been working hard preparing their presentations and are excited to share what they have learned.
Parking Notice: Please note that parking around the area is very limited. We kindly ask families to plan ahead and allow extra time for parking before the event begins.
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating the students’ achievements together.
Thanks E32 Crew
