Our new library is finally complete! A huge thank you to the very talented artist, Monisha Rockett, who has done a splendid job of painting an amazing Lorax-themed mural on the walls and FONCA for supporting / coordinating the project. We’re sure you’ll agree, the final result is amazing!
With Usborne’s contribution, the final total to spend on books for NIS and NJS from the Ready Steady Read event is an incredible £6020!
Thank you for all your support as always and have a great Christmas!
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.
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.
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Our classroom was full of festive cheer today as children — together with their parents — spent the afternoon creating handmade Christmas tree decorations! 🧵⭐
The children proudly used their sewing skills and it was lovely to see families working side-by-side, stitching, designing, and sharing in the holiday spirit. The ornaments turned out beautifully and the smiles said it all.
A huge thank-you to all the parents who joined us and made the afternoon even more special! ❤️🎅
Making History Together: Y4 Presentation of Learning
Our recent Presentation of Learning was a spectacular success, buzzing with creativity and collaboration! It was wonderful to welcome families into the classroom to dive deeper into our Roman history topic. Inspired by the intricate floor designs of ancient Roman villas, students and their loved ones worked side-by-side to create their own stunning, colourful mosaics.
Using vibrant tiles, our young artists explored patterns, symmetry, and craftsmanship, bringing history to life with every piece they placed. The concentration and teamwork in the room were palpable as parents and children shared ideas, discussed designs, and glued down their tesserae.
Beyond just an art project, this session was a celebration of shared learning. It allowed our students to share their work from this current expedition. Needless to say, the finished tiles are vibrant and unique —a perfect lasting memento of a fantastic community event. Thank you to everyone who joined us to get creative!
This week we’re starting to get into the Christmas spirit in the form of art! We used watercolours to create a skyline scene, before drawing a nativity scene over it to form a silhouette outline. The children had a lovely morning creating this gorgeous artwork, listening to some Christmas music and getting into the festive spirit!
Today in 3TE, the children have been engaging with mathematics and art simultaneously by creating some beautiful reflective artwork. As you can see, they have indeed achieved some lovely creations!
