Sharing our Stories: 07/11/2025

Beautiful work this week

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.

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Class 7 Pop Art @ Green Top

Hedgehogs! @ Plover

Tracing Map @ Carcroft School

Success in PE @ XP

Reptile Rendezvous @ Norton Juniors

Poetry Superstars in E29 Pioneer @ XP East

Weekly Update for Families @ XP Gateshead

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Hedgehogs!

This week F1 have been learning all about hedgehogs. We used a variety of different materials to create our own hedgehogs including paint, glue/leaves and clay. There has been some absolutely beautiful artwork, all the children have worked so hard!

Mrs Williams

#LovePlover

Presentation Superstars

This half term, we’re delighted to celebrate two amazing members of 5L who have won the Half-Termly Presentation Award for their fantastic improvement in handwriting , George and Casey!

Over the past few weeks, both children have shown real determination to make their writing neater, clearer, and more consistent. Their hard work and focus have truly paid off, and their  books are a joy to read. From careful joins to beautifully formed letters, George and Casey have demonstrated the character trait of craftsmanship and quality – taking pride in their work, paying attention to detail, and striving to produce their very best every time.

Well done, George and Casey – I’m so proud of your progress, perseverance, and commitment to excellence. Keep up the brilliant effort!

Autumn Fall Fun

This week we have been learning about Autumn and the celebrations we celebrate during this period. Last week many of the children celebrated halloween. Yesterday we went on an Autumnal walk to spot the signs of Autumn. We’ve created autumnal animals. Today we had a camp fire and learnt about the history of bonfire night and how we stay safe around bonfires, fireworks and sparklers. Then we created some bonfire art. #LovePlover

Bonfire day at school

What a great morning we had, by the fire. We sang songs, drank hot chocolate and stayed safe and snuggly together. We love coming to school! Mrs Bubb and Mrs Price were so proud of the children and how well they followed the fire safety instructions.

Phonics Superstars!

Mrs Bubb has loved teaching her new phonics group this week. They all know their set 1 single sounds and they can read words using them! They are even beginning to spell words! What a great start to this half term! #loveplover