Today, the children in Year 3 had a chocotastic time creating their own chocolate lollies! They also learnt all about the history of chocolate, heard about some different chocolate flavours and decorated their own lovely creations!









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Today, the children in Year 3 had a chocotastic time creating their own chocolate lollies! They also learnt all about the history of chocolate, heard about some different chocolate flavours and decorated their own lovely creations!









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.
Weekly Update for Families @ XP Gateshead
Maths, Mysteries and Masterminds @ Norton Infants
High Energy and Big Wins @ XP East
Write to us at [email protected] – we want to hear about it, write about it and celebrate it!
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.
Weekly Update for Families @ XP Gateshead
Crew Hamilton: Orienteering Extraordinaires @ Norton Infants
Academic Thursday in Crew White @ XP East
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We’re looking for a School Caretaker at XP Gateshead:
https://xptrust.org/xp-gateshead-school-caretaker/
It’s a role for someone who takes pride in keeping a school safe, welcoming and running smoothly.
There are more details via the link above – you can apply by sending your application form to [email protected] and please share to help us reach the right person.
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.
An awesome first week back! @ XP
G32 Expedition Reveal @ XP Gateshead
The Bus was for Us! @ Norton Infants
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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.
Ethics in Action: X30 Admiral take the floor @ XP
An exciting visit from a Game Expert @ Norton Infants
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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!
Miss Oliver




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.
Andy Sprakes
Chief Academic Officer
XP Trust
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.
Christmas Crafts @ Norton Juniors
G32 Reverse Advent @ XP Gateshead
A Very Special Visit from Santa @ Norton Infants
Write to us at [email protected] – we want to hear about it, write about it and celebrate it!
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.
Find out more about both roles here:
https://xptrust.org/xp-gateshead-learning-coach-teaching-assistant/
https://xptrust.org/xp-gateshead-pastoral-leader-phase-leader/