We have arrived safe and sound in Valencia, and we are set to check into the hotel and explore the Old Town and the Cathedral today. All very tired but equally very excited!
You Give Me Fever”: C30 / Year 9 Fieldwork to Thackray!
Our current expedition, “You Give Me Fever,” has seen Year 9 diving deep into the world of pathogens and medical history. To bring our study of pathogens, immunology, and history to life, Year 9 will be heading to the Thackray Museum of Medicine in Leeds later this month!
Dates & Times
- XP: Wednesday 25th February (8:30 am – 3:15 pm)
- XP East: Thursday 26th February (8:30 am – 3:15 pm)
Logistics
- Dress Code: Normal school Dress Code
- Equipment: Usual school supplies and fully charged iPads.
- Lunch: A packed lunch is needed. (Students eligible for Free School Meals will have a lunch provided).
Contributions: To make this and future fieldwork possible, we are asking for voluntary contributions of what is financially suitable for your family. We aim to keep these opportunities accessible to everyone, so please contribute what is financially suitable for your family. The Parent Pay option will be added by half term.
We look forward to an purposeful and amazing fieldwork experience!
Man City return
We are due to return at 23.40 in the main rovers car park.
PE this week 2/2/26
Wednesday- Badminton practice 3.30-4.30. Man city fieldwork leave 3.30- return at midnight.
Thursday – Cheerleading practice 3.30-4.30 and EIS indoor fieldwork (only for student who have a letter) in the school day return at 3pm.
Ski Trip Return update – now due to arrive 1.35pm
The coach has just left Cambridge services for the final leg of the journey. ETA at school 1.45pm. Please be prompt for collection to allow all staff and students to get home to their families.
I’d also like to massively appreciate the staff who have given up their week to facilitate what has been a phenomenal experience for our children. I can’t wait to hear all about it when they arrive and again on Monday!
Mrs Salter
Ski Trip
We have just set off from Pila, we are scheduled to arrive on time for our Ferry in the morning. We will send updates if there are any changes.
XP East Y9 DofE Skills Session
XP East Year 9 students showed excellent focus and engagement during today’s DofE Skills session as they painted their model figures. The calm, purposeful atmosphere allowed students to concentrate, develop fine-detail techniques, and take pride in their work.
This creative activity supported key DofE skills such as patience, resilience, and self-motivation, with students demonstrating real commitment throughout the session.
Sharing our Stories: 30/01/2026
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.
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E29 Fieldwork: Plant Works site study
On Thursday 12th February 2026, Year 10 will be taking part in fieldwork to Wabtec Rail – the former Doncaster Plant Works site.
This fieldwork has been planned to support their learning in History – to support their GCSE exam knowledge, and is a brilliant opportunity to bring the students’ learning to life in an exciting and engaging way. The experience will be used to support learning back in the classroom to help the children better understand the content and develop a deeper understanding of the Doncaster Plant Works, ready for their GCSE papers this summer.
Mrs Elliott’s class will depart school at 9:15am and our expected arrival time back at school is 12:00pm. Mrs Hannam’s class will depart school at 1:15pm and our expected arrival time back at school is 3:15pm.
Lunches will not be affected by this fieldwork. We have secured a coach to take us to and from Wabtec Rail.
Students will need the following equipment: charged devices, pen, pencil, ruler, water bottle – and anything else needed daily.
If you have any questions about this fieldwork, please contact me on [email protected] or get in touch with your child’s crew leader.
With thanks,
Sarah Hannam
