Today was a very exciting day, our chrysalises transformed into beautiful butterflies! The children were fascinated to see the butterflies for the first time, they’re not quite ready to be released just yet though!
With the weather being so hot, we also found some fun ways to keep cool. The children enjoyed dipping their feet in water and cooling down with delicious ice lollies, which were a big hit with everyone!
We can’t wait to welcome our community to the XP Festival tomorrow! To ensure the day runs smoothly for our entire Crew, here are a few quick logistics:
Currently (at 7.00am Wednesday 24 June) there is an Amber warning in place by the Met Office and temperatures are expected to reach approximately 30 degrees at some points during the Festival.
As we are expecting hot weather please make sure that:
Food and drinks will be available from 4pm through Relish. Please note this is an alcohol free event.
There is no designated seating. You are welcome to bring your own portable chairs or picnic blankets so you can sit comfortably and enjoy the performances.
Parking for the festival is completely free if you use Doncaster Rovers Car Park 3. Accessible parking is available – please ask a Steward on arrival.
This event is free, but we will welcome donations on the day to support future XP Live Events. Your contributions help us continue to provide authentic, creative platforms where our young people can craft beautiful work and share their stories.
See you tomorrow!
Our kayaking session was definitely one of the highlights. After a quick lesson on how to paddle (and how not to paddle into your friends!), we headed out onto the water. There were some impressive kayaking skills on display, and we couldn’t help jumping in for a swim.
The children showed great teamwork, confidence and resilience as they took on new challenges and developed their skills on the water.
The sensory trail was a chance to put our trust, communication and teamwork skills to the test. With limited sight and lots of unusual textures and obstacles underfoot, the children had to work together to guide one another safely around the course.
The zip wire certainly got hearts racing! Standing at the top required a lot of courage, but every single child gave it their best effort. The cheers from below could probably be heard across the whole site as children launched themselves into the air and flew across the course.
Many children stepped well outside their comfort zones and left the activity feeling incredibly proud of themselves.
After a busy day of activities, it was time to put our brains to work during quiz night. Teams battled it out across a range of questions, from general knowledge to some rather tricky challenges.
They have shown resilience, kindness, teamwork and a willingness to try new things. They are making fantastic memories and building friendships.
Also, apologies as the photos are not uploading due to not having the best internet connection here!
What a start to our Year 6 residential!
After arriving safely and settling in, it was straight into the action. First up was archery, which we discovered we were very skilled at!
Next came the climbing wall. There were some nervous faces at first, but everyone gave it a go and showed fantastic determination. It was brilliant to see the children cheering each other on and there were plenty of proud smiles at the top – and relieved ones when both feet were back on the ground!
To round off the day, we headed into battle for laser tag. Alliances were formed, strategies were discussed and a few teachers may have discovered that Year 6 pupils are surprisingly good at sneaking up on them! There were lots of laughs and more than a little competitive spirit.
So far, the children have been amazing – full of enthusiasm, encouragement and endless energy (we’re hoping some of them might actually sleep tonight!). Day one has been a huge success and we can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings.
Stay tuned for more adventures!
I am so proud of Autumn for finishing her non-fiction write, and accurately copying in out onto special paper. Well done for using the handwriting lines to ensure beautiful presentation! You have included lots of facts about hedgehogs and made suggestions on how we can help them ✍️
Crew McLoughlin and Crew Gray recently took part in an exciting Forest School challenge using the game Go Find It Too! Working in small groups, the children were given cards showing different objects, colours, textures, and features to find in the natural environment. They explored the Forest School area carefully, searching for items that matched the cards while demonstrating excellent teamwork, communication, and observation skills. The challenge encouraged the children to work together, discuss their ideas, and look closely at the world around them, helping to develop their problem-solving skills while enjoying outdoor learning. Everyone showed great enthusiasm and determination throughout the activity, making it a fun and successful challenge for all involved. 🌿🔍🍂
We’re advertising for various roles across our Trust!
Learning Coach at XP Doncaster
To find out more, visit: https://xptrust.org/careers-at-xp/current-vacancies/
Curious about the XP Festival lineup?
Here’s a hint: students from every XP Trust school will be sharing their passions through vibrant art installations, dance, storytelling, and live music! This is a key moment in our XP Live programme, giving young people authentic opportunities to produce and perform work that has agency and legacy.
Get your tickets here!
On Friday, we were delighted to welcome M + M Productions to our school to perform the classic story The Railway Children.
The performance was fantastic, and the whole school thoroughly enjoyed it. The actors brought the story to life and encouraged lots of audience participation. Our Hub children especially loved getting involved, singing, dancing, and joining in with the fun.
Thank you to M + M Productions for such an enjoyable and memorable experience!
