Do you have a young person who is curious about technology, enjoys solving problems, and wants to help shape the future?
Applications are now open for a fully funded residential AI Summer School for students aged 14–17. Participants will have the opportunity to work with experts, visit leading organisations, and collaborate with like-minded young people from across the country.
Find out more about the programme and last year’s highlights here:
Please note that the programme takes place during our first week back at school due to differing term dates. We are keen to support students who successfully secure a place, so please let us know if you apply!
We would like to invite parents and carers to XP East’s Y10’s first Teacher-Student Led conferences on Thursday, 11th June 2026.
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 14:30 and 17:00. 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.
Students recently enjoyed an exciting trip to watch Leeds Rhino’s V Manchester Thunder, giving them the chance to experience the fast-paced action and atmosphere of the game up close.
From the first whistle to the final score, students were captivated by the speed, skill and teamwork on display. The energy inside the arena was electric, with plenty of cheering, excitement and memorable moments throughout the match.
The trip was not only a fantastic opportunity to watch elite athletes perform, but also an inspiring experience for students involved in school sport. Seeing the communication, determination and sportsmanship shown by the players highlighted the importance of teamwork both on and off the court.
A brilliant evening was had by all, and students left feeling motivated, inspired and ready for the netball season.
Last week saw E30 take on their Duke of Edinburgh practice expedition. It was a fantastic two days for these students, who demonstrated determination, courage, resilience and teamwork throughout.
The rain arrived earlier than expected, so tents went up in record time as the group worked together to get set up and cook some scrumptious food. An early morning start led to a few tired eyes, but they took it all in their stride and were ready for the walk ahead.
Six Year 9 students from across XP and XP East collaborated with six Year 9 students from King Alfred School in London today, working together to co-construct a Learning Expedition titled: ‘Something Better Change’.
Their work centred around the compelling Guiding Question:
‘What sort of education would we design for our own children?’
The day began with a Crew Circle, engaging in relationship building and developing an understanding of the purpose of Crew. Students were then encouraged to pair up and explore the provision on offer at King Alfred through ambassador tours.
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Upon return, we reflected on the similarities and differences between XP and King Alfred School. We noticed, wondered and questioned some of the design choices which were supported by a contextual session with Robert Lobotto, Head at King Alfred.
To develop ideas further, students were challenged to explore the fundamental question: What is the purpose of school? A central goal was for them to consider deeply the nature of education itself. At this time they reflected on their own views of what a ‘perfect’ school would look like, which will later be supported using the extracts of Ken and Kate Robinson’s book about the future shape of learning, ‘Imagine If.. creating a future for us all’.
The visit concluded with a check out where students reflected on the following three questions:
What was the most interesting thing you’ve learnt today?
Was there anything you have found difficult to understand?
What would you like to explore further?
Next week, we welcome students from King Alfred to XP where we will continue this work further, using the responses as inspiration.
We are really looking forward to the development of this Expedition – the future is bright!
