Dear Families
Over the next few weeks we will be fully into preparation for Presentations of Learning (PoLs).
At XP we make our work public. One of the most important ways we do this is through PoLs. They are used as an opportunity for students to showcase their learning from their most current learning expedition. PoLs enable students to grow their character and further embed their learning through presenting their work in front of a range of authentic audiences and in a variety of contexts. In addition, students develop oracy skills by presenting to different audiences and in different contexts which builds confidence and further allows students to grow their character whilst developing key skills.
We look forward to seeing all families at the following Presentations of Learning for their children:
- G32’s PoL will be on the evening of Tuesday 16th December 2025 at St. Mary’s church in Heworth from 4:30pm until 5:45pm
- G31’s PoL will be on Thursday 11th December in school at 4.30pm
- G30’s PoL is on Tuesday 9th December – starting at 4pm at The Farrell Centre in Newcastle.
- G29’ PoL is on Wednesday 10th December at 4.30pm in school.
- G28’s PoL will be on Wednesday 17th December in school at 4.30pm
Staff Days
Over the past two staff days our staff teams have spent time focussing on long and medium term planning for term 2 expeditions and our wider support and pastoral provision for all students.
The Week Ahead
G30 Student Led Conferences
This week sees the second week of SLCs for Year 9 students. All families should have booked their SLC slot. Please contact [email protected] if you need more support with this.
G28 Teacher/Student-Led Conferences
Following their recent round of mocks, G28 students will begin the preparation needed to reflect on their progress and at their next round of Teacher Students Learning Conference (TSLC). Students will sit alongside their subject teachers to present their learning and share their revision plans and readiness for KS4 exams.Â
Slots will be available from 4pm – 7pm on each evening.
- G28 Class 1 will have their TSLCs on the evening of Thursday 4th December.
- G28 Class 2 will have their TSLCs on the evening of Monday 8th December.
Each student has a booking sheet which has been shared with them through their Google Classroom.
Students in Class 1 that are attending Further Maths at RGS on Thursday are able to attend on Monday 8th December instead of this Thursday.
PE sessions this week
Our PE sessions this week are as follows. Please ensure that your child has their full PE kit.
- All G32 students (Year 7) have PE on Wednesday.
- All G31 students (Year 8) have PE on Tuesday.
- All G30 students (Year 9) have PE on Thursday.
- For G29 students (Year 10) and G28 students (Year 11)
- Due to the staff day there is no PE session this week.
As usual if you have any questions about your son or daughter please get in touch with your child’s Crew Leader in the first instance or email general enquiries to [email protected].
Julie Mosley