C27 Expert Visit – Rev Canon Ian Smith Engages XP/East School in Sacramental Understanding

Rev Canon Ian Smith’s expert visit to XP and XP East School sparked meaningful discussions about sacraments and the church’s role in the local community. Students participated and asked respectful questions, leading to a valuable learning experience; deepening their understanding of the GCSE content.

Rev Canon Ian Smith explained that sacraments are special rituals that help us connect with God and his community. He shared personal stories that showed how sacraments bring comfort, inspiration, and strengthen his faith. XP School students listened with compassion and respect, asking interesting questions about the origin of sacraments, the church’s impact on the community, and how sacraments provide support during difficult times.

Rev Canon Ian Smith provided insightful answers, helping students better understand sacraments and appreciate the church’s compassionate role in offering guidance, support, and a sense of belonging in the community. A great morning sharing this with our C27 Ethics students!

C25 (Y11) Celebration Day!

On Friday 30th June there will be a number of activities to celebrate Y11’s time at XP & XP East.

This will begin at 3:30pm at XP East and will end around 6pm.

Parents & Carers are also invited to attend this event, too. More information will be sent out shortly!

We hope to see you all there!

Mel & Angella x

Reminder: Y11 early finish time on Friday 15th June

As mentioned on the weekly planner, this is a reminder that Y11 are allowed to leave after their Physics exam tomorrow morning as a bit of a wellbeing break. Students are, of course, able to stay in school to study if they want to.

Unfortunately, the Geography students will have to stay for their afternoon exam (we’ll make it up to them!)

Sharing our Stories: 09/06/2023

Beautiful Work This Week

Hokusai’s ‘The Great Wave off Kanagawa’ – XP edition!

A picture speaks a thousand words – Beautiful work at Green Top

Top of the Blogs

Adapting song/music @ Carcroft School

G28 Spanish Product @ XP Gateshead

We’re stoked @ Norton Juniors

Playstation Cup Finals @ XP

We raised £34 for the Plover Pantry! @ Plover

EYFS Gallery Walk @ Norton Infants

Year 2 Fantastic Reading @ Green Top

C26 (Y10) Fieldwork – 19th & 21st June 2023

On Monday, 19th June 2023, X26 Skipper and E26 Pioneer will be attending fieldwork to Bradford Literature Festival as part of their current expedition, Bad Romance – attending a day called ‘How did Hitler Happen?’. 

X26 Admiral & E26 Explorer will be attending fieldwork on Wednesday, 21st June to Bradford Literature Festival – attending a day called ‘Shakespeare Day!’. 

We will depart promptly at 8:45am, meaning students need to arrive at school NO LATER that 8:30am to be registered and briefed about the day. 

Please see the attached letter for more information. If you have any questions or queries, please get in touch.

Athletics Training

We have the Doncaster and District Athletics tournament coming up on the week commencing the 19th of June.

With this in mind we are holding open training on Monday 12th of June for any student in Y7-8-9-10. These are for both track and field events.

Students are too meet at the changing rooms at 3:15 and we should finish at 4:30.

Any questions please contact Mr Stables or Mr Currie.