As you know, your child has now moved into Lower Key Stage 2, where they will continue to build on the knowledge and skills gained in Key Stage 1 through a range of exciting and engaging learning opportunities. This year, we will focus on developing greater independence, resilience, and a love of learning, encouraging every child to persevere and succeed in all that they do.

Year 3 Topic Overview

Autumn 1: The Romans (History)

Autumn 2: Rivers (Geography)

Spring 1: M.C. Escher (Art)

Spring 2: The Ancient Egyptians (History)

Summer 1: Greece (Geography)

Summer 2: Tricia Guild (Art)

What are we up to this half term?

In English, we are reading The Nothing to See Here Hotel by Steven Butler. During our SPaG sessions, the children are developing their writing skills by creating detailed setting descriptions and composing a character description of the suspicious — and rather rude — Prince Grogbah.

In Science, our topic this half term is Forces and Magnets. To deepen our understanding, we will also be taking part in an exciting in-school workshop where the children can explore these concepts through hands-on activities.

Reading

Reading is important and we encourage the children to read as often as possible. It is clear that the children in Year 3 have a real enthusiasm for reading, as they thoroughly enjoy reading the books in our class book nook and reading with friends during play time. Thank you to all of our parents and carers for supporting your children at home with their reading and sharing this on Learning with Parents. 

Useful Information

Tuesdays and Fridays - PE days

Friday - Celebration assembly and Class bear goes home

Websites to visit

TT Rockstars (times table practice)- https://ttrockstars.com/

Learning with Parents (log reading) - https://learningwithparents.com/