Today we have explored our new text for spring. The text was written by Miss Colclough and is about a girl who falls down a tunnel and goes back in time to ancient Maya.
As part of our experience we made Mayan masks and tried their food!




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Today we have explored our new text for spring. The text was written by Miss Colclough and is about a girl who falls down a tunnel and goes back in time to ancient Maya.
As part of our experience we made Mayan masks and tried their food!




A number of deaf and hearing pupils from Plover School and the ARChi team have been working collaboratively on a British Sign Language version of the Twelve Days of Christmas.
This is another example of diversity and belonging that runs through our schools and is a concrete example of our culture of Crew.
On behalf of XP Trust, we would like to wish everyone a peaceful Christmas and New Year.
Andy Sprakes
Chief Academic Officer
XP Trust
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.
Christmas Crafts @ Norton Juniors
G32 Reverse Advent @ XP Gateshead
A Very Special Visit from Santa @ Norton Infants
Write to us at [email protected] – we want to hear about it, write about it and celebrate it!







Year 3 and 4 enjoyed sharing their final product with children across school. We had some amazing feedback from year 5 and 6 who enjoyed completing the activity sheet.







Crew McLoughlin had a wonderful time celebrating their Christmas party together, filled with laughter, festive cheer, and big smiles all around. The children enjoyed seasonal games and music that really captured the magic of Christmas. It was a lovely way to end the morning.



Today in writing, Year 4 have been publishing their letters to Marcus at Murton Park. By the end of the day, they will be sealed and ready to send. We have worked so hard ensuring that we keep our letters formal. Well done for some great writing Crew Colclough!




As a Christmas treat, LKS2 stayed late at school for a Christmas movie night. They brought in their Christmas pyjamas, cuddly toys, pillows and blankets. Teachers also prepared popcorn and hot chocolates for pupils to enjoy whilst watching the film. We hope you all had a lovely time!






Key Stage One were absolutely amazing in their Christmas Nativity ‘Wriggly Nativity’. Here we are shining like the stars we are!
















At XP Gateshead, we believe that every child can achieve extraordinary things – and every adult in the building plays a part in making that happen.
We’re looking for a Pastoral Lead and a Learning Coach. We need people who are passionate about helping young people thrive. Someone who brings positivity and the belief that relationships are the foundation of great learning.
If you want to make a real difference, work in a strong and supportive team, and be part of a school that values kindness, collaboration and creativity – this is the place for you.
Find out more about both roles here:
https://xptrust.org/xp-gateshead-learning-coach-teaching-assistant/
https://xptrust.org/xp-gateshead-pastoral-leader-phase-leader/