Crew Godley have been putting our character traits into action by creating special Christmas cards for members of our Armed Forces.
Through this activity, children have demonstrated Compassion, Respect and Courage, thinking about those who serve our country and the sacrifices they make, particularly when spending Christmas away from their families and loved ones.
Our children have taken time to create thoughtful, colourful cards, sharing messages of kindness, gratitude and festive cheer. This is a wonderful example of our XP values in action, showing that being Crew is about looking beyond ourselves, making a positive difference and using our character to brighten someone else’s day.
We are incredibly proud of Crew Godley for showing that even a small act of kindness can have a big impact!
What if teaching Maths could be about more than covering the curriculum? What if every young person could leave school believing that they really are a mathematician? At XP Gateshead, that’s the ambition.
Joining XP Trust means becoming part of a community that does things differently. We believe education is about more than passing exams.
If you want to teach in a school where your creativity is valued and your work makes a difference, XP Trust is the place for you.
Year 5 have created a collection of handcrafted red poppies with textured oil pastels.The deep crimson petals and dark centres create a vivid contrast, while delicate banners reading “Lest We Forget” turns the artwork into a Remembrance tribute.
What a lovely, creative activity! 🥣✨ The children have explored the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears in a hands-on way, bringing the story of the bears’ porridge to life.
Here is how they made it : They drew a bowl on a lamating pouch , sealed the edges , added porridge , glitter, food colouring and water. This is how they turned out
Crew White kicked off our new writing unit with an exciting survival challenge!
After imagining that we had become stranded on a remote island, we had to work together to make some difficult decisions. With only five items to help us survive, we had to think carefully about what we would need and justify our choices.
But surviving wasn’t going to be easy! We faced a series of unexpected challenges, including finding fresh water, protecting ourselves from a dangerous storm and working out how to signal for rescue. Just when we thought help might be on its way, another setback tested our determination!
Throughout the day, we developed our teamwork, communication, problem-solving and resilience, while considering how people might think, feel and react in a survival situation.
This experience will provide inspiration for our new survival narratives, helping us bring our characters’ actions, emotions and challenges to life.
Why Keeping Us in the Loop Matters: A Quick Note on Absence Reporting
Sniffles, sudden bugs, and unexpected sick days are a completely normal part of school life.
When your child is feeling under the weather, your first priority is naturally looking after them and making sure they get enough rest. However, taking just a few moments to let the school know they won’t be attending is equally important.
Reporting your child’s absence every single day they are off is primarily about safeguarding.
If a pupil does not arrive for morning registration and we haven’t heard from you, our staff have a duty of care to investigate and ensure that child is safe.
An automated link will be sent to parents of any child who has not already let school know the reason for the child being absent at 9:30am
Please click the absence reporting link on our website as early as you can each morning they are away or speak to the admin team on 01302 722353.
Thank you for working with us to keep all our students safe and accounted for—and if you are currently nursing a sick child at home, we wish them a very speedy recovery!
Hello everyone, and welcome back! We hope you all had a restful and enjoyable half-term break. We can’t wait to see the school filled with life again—hearing the excited conversations, seeing familiar friendships, and feeling the wonderful energy of our children ready to learn.
As we settle into Autumn Term 2, we have so many exciting expeditions, activities, and celebrations planned for the weeks ahead. From exploring new case studies and enjoying our pantomime to getting creative with seasonal projects, this is always a busy and magical time of the school year.
Why Every Day Matters 🏫
As we launch into this new half-term, it’s a great time to talk about the importance of regular school attendance.
Being in school every day isn’t just about academic progress—though research consistently shows a direct link between regular attendance and better learning outcomes. It’s also about much more:
Friendships and Social Skills: Regular attendance helps children build and maintain strong friendships and navigate social situations with confidence.
Routines and Wellbeing: Children find school routines, workloads, and expectations much easier to manage when they are here consistently. It provides stability and access to our pastoral care.
Personal Development: Being part of our daily school community allows children to access extracurricular opportunities, develop their resilience, and grow into confident learners.
Every day a child misses is a lost opportunity to learn, play, and connect with their peers. We are committed to working together with our families to ensure every child feels happy, supported, and encouraged to be in school every day.
If you ever need support with your child’s attendance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Let’s make this a fantastic half-term of learning, discovery, and excellent attendance!
