Green Top Students Help Launch New Starbucks at Quora Retail Park

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Pupils from Green Top School brought a touch of magic to the grand opening of the new Starbucks at Quora Retail Park this week.

The students were invited to cut the ribbon and perform songs from their upcoming school production of The Wizard of Oz, delighting the crowd and Starbucks staff with their energy and talent. After their performance, the children enjoyed a free drink and some well-deserved downtime – before jumping back up for an encore round of singing.

The event marked a special morning of community spirit and celebration, showcasing local young talent while welcoming a new business to the area.


Headteacher Kelly Overson said:

“We were thrilled to be invited to take part in such a positive community event. Our children were so excited to perform and represent Green Top – and they absolutely rose to the occasion. It was a lovely way to celebrate their hard work on the show and be part of something special in our town.”

Green Top’s production of The Wizard of Oz is due to hit the stage soon, and if their performance at Starbucks is anything to go by, it’s sure to be a hit!

Sharing our Stories: 20/06/2025

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Beautiful Work This Week

Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust from this week. To read about other stories from across the XP Trust, visit xptrust.org.

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KS1 Community Crew @ Green Top

Turn up the volume! @ Plover

KS2 Girls Football Tournament @ Carcroft School

Stay and Read in the sunshine! @ Norton Infants

Beautiful work @ XP Gateshead

Crew Sinfield – back and getting SLC ready! @ XP

DofE Update @ XP East

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What’s Happening at the XP Festival 2025? Here’s a Sneak Peek!

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On Friday 11th July, XP Doncaster will be transformed into a creative hub of performance, exhibition, and celebration – and we can’t wait to welcome you!

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

Live Performances & Music

Expect a packed line-up of student-led performances including original music, dance, spoken word and drama. From samba to saxophones, DJs to jazz, our young artists will take to the stage with energy, skill and passion.

Art Exhibitions & Creative Showcases

Wander through beautiful student work and installations created as part of Learning Expeditions from across our schools. These pieces reflect deep thinking, real-world issues and the craftsmanship we value across the Trust.

‘XP Live’ Bands and Performers

Enjoy the latest in our growing XP Live programme – showcasing student bands, solo artists, and collaborations with professional musicians. This year, we’re proud to programme lots of  original music and elevate voices across every year group.

Community & Family

You can expect a welcoming atmosphere! The Festival is also a chance to bring together families and communities. Whether you’re here to watch your child perform or soak in the vibe, there’s something for everyone.

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW HERE!

Sharing our Stories: 13/06/2025

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Beautiful Work This Week

Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust from this week. To read about other stories from across the XP Trust, visit xptrust.org.

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Year 5 – National Mining Museum @ Green Top

Getting smart @ Plover

Life skills @ Carcroft School

Crew Attenborough Charity Event @ XP Gateshead

EYFS Community Meeting @ Norton Infants

Where is Doncaster on the map? @ Norton Juniors

XP Festival of Arts and Culture – Tickets available now!

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Ron Berger Returns to XP Trust, July 2025

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We have the honour and privilege to welcome one of our greatest advocates and dearest friend, the peerless Ron Berger who will be visiting XP Trust in the first week of July this term. There will be a number of opportunities for staff and students to work with Ron and details will be out next week of how you can take part in the coming days.

I thought to whet your appetite, I’d include a recent podcast that features Ron and, our very own, Gwyn ap Harri talking about Crew, Expeditions and Character recording whilst Gwyn, Kate and Ron were working with the Department for Education and schools in Southern Australia earlier this year.

Click on the link below and listen to an inspirational and powerful conversation that is a timely reminder of why we do what we do at XP Trust.

https://www.education.sa.gov.au/schools-and-educators/curriculum-and-teaching/teach-podcast/podcasts/episode-5-ron-berger-and-gwyn-ap-harri-on-how-expeditionary-learning-builds-confident,-capable-students

‘I don’t think it is possible to separate academics and character.’ Ron Berger

‘Crew is our teamwork approach to school culture and it doesn’t just start with students but it starts with staff as well. We circle up as a Crew because in order to teach Crew you have to be Crew.’ Gwyn ap Harri

iPad Parental Contribution Scheme

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All secondary students at XP are expected to bring in a school-managed iPad every day, giving them access to Google Docs, iMovie, GarageBand and Adobe Creative Cloud apps alongside many other school purchased apps. To enable this, we run a great value Parental Contribution Scheme which offers all our parents affordable options to provide the latest iPad with a keyboard case and trackpad, screen protector and pencil plus AppleCare. The total cost for this in 2025/26 is £455, and parents can spread this cost over up to 36 months, or less than £3 per week. To order your child’s ipad, please click on the Order Form below:  Order form Any parents needing financial support can let us know on the order form so we can look at different options together.

The iPad scheme includes;

  • iPad 128GB, with charger
  • Logitech keyboard case with trackpad
  • Skriva Stylus
  • Tempered glass screen protector
  • AppleCare + for two years 
  • Jamf device management and security
  • Adobe Creative Cloud apps + more

Warranties and insurance

The extended warranty is covered by Apple for the first two years. You handle your own claims through Apple Support on the App Store. Further information can be found at AppleCare Products – iPad – Apple (UK)  We supply an initial glass screen protector, then any replacement screen protectors required will need to be purchased by you. Apple charges £25 for a broken screen. Loss or theft of the iPad should be covered by your personal home insurance.

Costs

The total retail cost of these items bought separately would be £595.00.  Through our purchase scheme the cost to you is £455.00.  

Payment options

  • £455.00 as a one-off payment
  • £37.92 per month for 12 months (£8.75 per week)
  • £18.96 per month for 24 months (£4.38 per week)
  • £12.64 per month for 36 months (£2.92 per week)
If you require financial support with this, please highlight this on the form when placing your order and we will get in touch with you. If your child will be in Year 10, the maximum option you can choose will be the 24 month option. If your child will be in Year 11, the maximum option you can choose will be the 12 month option. The balance will be applied to your ParentPay account for you to manage your own payments.  This will be closely monitored by the school in line with XP Trust Credit Control Policy to ensure payments are on track, depending on the payment option you selected. We encourage you to ensure timely payments to avoid any disruptions in your child’s access to the device. If your circumstances change, and you can no longer afford to contribute the agreed payment option please contact us, and we will work with you on a revised payment plan. At the end of your child’s time in school the device can be kept by the family if the balance has been paid in full.

How to order

To order your child’s ipad, please click on the Order Form below:  Order form

XP Festival of Arts and Culture 2025 – Tickets available now!

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On Friday 11th July, the XP Festival of Arts and Culture returns to XP Doncaster, bringing together students, families, staff and artists for a joyful celebration of creativity and community.

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Throughout the day, you’ll experience live music, powerful performances, vibrant art installations, and the beautiful work that defines XP. Students from every XP Trust school will be contributing, sharing their talents and passions through exhibitions, dance, storytelling, and more – all designed to connect, inspire and make a difference.

The festival is a key moment in our XP Live programme – a growing Trust-wide initiative that gives young people authentic opportunities to produce, perform and create. It builds on our commitment to purposeful learning and supports our belief that every child can do meaningful, creative work that impacts the wider world.

More details on the line-up will be shared soon – we can’t wait to welcome you.

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Sharing our Stories: 06/06/2025

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Beautiful Work This Week

Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust from this week. To read about other stories from across the XP Trust, visit xptrust.org.

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Y5 Mining Expert visit was amazing! @ Green Top

Pompeii and Pebbles @ Plover

Consolidating Maths Learning @ Carcroft School

Weekly update for families @ XP Gateshead

Once upon a time… @ Norton Infants

Phoenix Dance Theatre Project 2025 @ XP

When NJS met a Gladiator @ Norton Juniors

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Alumni Activism

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At XP, we truly get to experience and learn the strength of community, both in times of celebration and challenge. And right now this means more than ever before.

Recently, a fellow former student who was part of the very first cohort at XP. School, as well as mine and Miss Scott’s best friend since childhood, has been diagnosed with lymphoma – a type of cancer. 

It is a tough reality to face but we knew we wanted to do something to support and bring awareness!

Together, we have launched a fundraiser to raise money for the fight against cancer!

We are taking part in two different fundraising events for two charities. The first is the Bridges of London 2025 walk, run by the incredible Lymphoma Action charity where we will journey 7 miles across London to raise money. The second event is the Pretty Muddy 5k that is organised by the Cancer Research Race for Life team.

Please find our fundraiser from the following link: JustGiving Fundraiser

By doing these events we hope to raise money for these amazing charities in the hopes that we can support so many people, including our best friend. 

The following links offer an abundance of great information on both charities and how your donations can help: Lymphoma Action and Cancer Research UK

We’re inviting our wider school community – staff, students, parents, and alumni – to get involved. Whether that means donating, sharing the fundraiser, or simply spreading awareness, every small act of support and kindness matters.

Already we have raised £2.5k, halfway to our current £5k goal! We’re incredibly grateful for the support we’ve already received, and we know that this school community, past and present, has a huge heart. 

Thank you for standing with us.

With thanks,

Emily Poncia and Holly Scott x

DONATE HERE!

Sharing our Stories: 23/05/2025

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Beautiful Work This Week

Here’s a selection of beautiful work from across the XP Trust from this week. To read about other stories from across the XP Trust, visit xptrust.org.

Top of the Blogs

Amazing Experience in Class 6 @ Green Top

LKS2 Young Readers @ Plover

Astronaut Experience Day @ Carcroft School

Weekly update for families @ XP Gateshead

Friendship blocks @ Norton Infants

This week in PE @ XP

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It might be something you or your students have achieved, a charity you’re supporting or anything at all that deserves a wider audience.

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