Crew Brunel: Back in Action!

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This week, Crew Brunel returned after a well-deserved two-week break, refreshed, energised, and ready to dive back into learning and community life. It was great to see everyone recharged and eager to catch up with one another. We kicked things off by checking in and sharing stories from our time off — some relaxing, some adventurous, but all full of fun memories.

Once we’d reconnected, we jumped straight back into our learning. We revisited our reading routines and explored our weekly Wise Wednesday topic, sparking thoughtful discussions and establishing expectations for a strong start to the term.

A highlight of the week was the launch of Passage. Designed to prepare students for the next stage of their academic journey, Passage offers students a structured opportunity to reflect on their learning, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and assess their readiness to progress to GCSEs.

During this week’s session, we explored the purpose of Passage, its importance in supporting both academic and personal growth, and the specific expectations for each student. By providing a clear roadmap for success, including defined milestones and achievable targets, Passage ensures that every student understands the steps they need to take to reach their full potential and transition confidently to the next stage of their education.

We rounded off the week with a whole-school community meeting, celebrating a fantastic first week back. It was a wonderful opportunity to recognise everyone’s contributions, highlight achievements, and reinforce the strong sense of community that makes our school so special. A big congratulations to Pippa for being awarded the Spanish Star of the Week. Her excellent work and beautiful craftsmanship and quality have really stood out. Well done, Pippa!

This week has set the tone for a term full of focus, resilience and collaboration. Crew Brunel is back, buzzing with energy, and ready to take on everything the weeks ahead have in store.

Miss Mitchell

Crew Nightingale: Progress in Art Expeditions

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3D Art students have been exploring the theme of transformation. They’ve been discussing how this idea connects to the Viking era, looking at stories, myths, and historical events that show change and evolution over time.

As part of their GCSE coursework, students are focusing on AO1, which involves developing ideas through research and demonstrating an understanding of different sources. This means they are investigating artists, cultures, and visual references to inspire their own creative responses.

Art, Craft and Design students have been exploring real photo paintings, artworks that transform realistic photographic images into expressive hand-painted pieces. This process encourages them to experiment with texture, colour and emotion, turning everyday photographs into unique creative interpretations.

PE Round Up

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Welcome back to the new term.It has been a brilliant first week back in PE. We have had assessment week, students have been completing their PE journals and reflecting on football and netball. Some students have been developing their leadership skills this week in football. We are going to have some great sports leaders next year. Well done everyone.

Fixtures this week have included boys football in year 7 and 10. Year 10 students were at home to Adwick. Year 7 were away for their first game against De Warenne both teams won their first match, well done Year 7. Some brilliant football displayed from both year groups.

What coming up W/C 10th November

Monday- Badminton practice 3.30-4.30

Tuesday – Cheerleading practice 3.30-4.30

Wednesday – Netball practice 3.30-4.30, Year 7 and 8 girls football away return to school 5.45pm

Thursday-KS3 Badminton away return to school 5.30pm. Please tick your name off. Year 11 BTEC learning labs 3.30-4.30.

Any questions please email

cogrady@xpschool.org

dcurrie@xpschool.org

aboswer@xpschool.org

Have a lovey weekend Team PE

Sharing our Stories: 07/11/2025

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Beautiful work this week

Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust!

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Success in PE and After school Enrichment – A Fantastic Term!

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Last term was an exciting and successful one in PE and after school enrichment programme! We were thrilled to see so many students getting involved, with over 40 students taking part in clubs, practices, and fixtures each week.

From energetic fitness sessions to competitive team sports, our students showed great enthusiasm, teamwork, and school spirit. A special congratulations goes to our Year 7 netball team, who celebrated their first-ever match win – an incredible achievement that reflects their hard work and commitment during training sessions.

We’re so proud of every student who took part, tried something new, or represented the school with pride. Here’s to building on this momentum and making next term even more active, inclusive, and fun!