A visit from Donny Dog and Doncaster Rovers!

Charlie Cicero

On Thursday 22nd May, we had a brilliant visit from Doncaster Rovers Football Club, who came into school to talk to the children about the importance of resilience, belief and setting goals. Fresh from winning the 2024/2025 league title, the team shared their journey with the pupils – how they dealt with setbacks, worked hard … Continued

Year 6 Final Word Preparation

Stephanie Oliver

Year 6 have been working extremely hard this week preparing for their Final Word presentations. We can’t wait to invite in families next week, who will listen to how the pupils have developed both in character and academically during their time at NJS.

Another One Bites The Dust

Helen Jenkins

What a treat we had when Zak – a Gladiator also know as Steel- visited our school. Steel inspired us all to strive to be the best versions of ourselves and think like champions. As well as this, the children had the opportunity to take part in mini Gladiator games such as Dual and Unleashed. … Continued

Chance to Dance 2025

Laura Parsons

Amidst the soaring temperatures in London last weekend, something magical was happening at the Royal Opera House on Saturday 21st of June 2025.  KS2 from NJS were taking part in “A Chance to Dance” inspired by Lewis Carroll’s Wonderland. Chance to Dance is an initiative provided by the Royal Ballet Company that tours England’s schools … Continued

Sharing our Stories: 20/06/2025

Geoff Hewitt

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 What’s happening at the XP Festival ’25? @ XP Trust KS1 Community Crew @ Green Top Turn up the volume! @ … Continued

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

Geoff Hewitt

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 … Continued

Sharing our Stories: 13/06/2025

Geoff Hewitt

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 Year 5 – National Mining Museum @ Green Top Getting smart @ Plover Life skills @ Carcroft School Crew Attenborough Charity … Continued

KS2 Tennis Tournament

Charlie Cicero

At Doncaster Tennis Lawn Club, a team of key stage 2 pupils from NJS took part in Legacy Sport’s tennis tournament. Each member of the team played three competitive games each of them performing brilliantly: some started strong with others growing in confidence with each game. The result of the competition surpassed expectations when NJS … Continued

Where is Doncaster on the map?

Charlie Cicero

As part of their geography case study, Year 5 have been using the internet to learn more about the United Kingdom, more specifically England and it’s major cities. 5CC began by learning the difference between the United Kingdom and Great Britain, before exploring a map of England’s counties. Year 5 lastly finished off by locating … Continued

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

Geoff Hewitt

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. 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 … Continued