The teachers in Year 3 are
Miss Moran (3M)

 Mrs Enyenihi (3E)

 Also working in Year 3 are Mrs Jacob, Miss Esteban and Mrs Krysztofiak.

Welcome to the Year 3 class page

 

Welcome back to school, Year 3, for summer term! We hope that you are rested and ready.

We have fantastic topics and lessons planned for you all to keep you engaged and excited about your learning journey.

Religious Education

In R.E., we are learning about the meaning of the period between Easter and Pentecost. By the end of the topic, children will have a better understanding on how the Mass we have today has been influenced by scripture. The children will develop their understanding of how the Holy Spirit is with us today and guide us to have a closer connection with God.

During Summer 2, we will also place emphasis on exploring other faiths. We will have an assigned week to explore one of the five other main faiths around the world today: Islam, Sikhism, Hinduism, Buddhism or Judaism – this will be our school’s ‘Inter-Faith Week.’

English

Our texts this term are linked to our history topic on Roman civilisation. We will be reading ‘The Romans, Gods, Emperors and Dormice’ by Marcia Williams. We will learn about the founding of the city of Rome, read the myth of Romulus and Remus and write our own version of this ancient tale. We will explore the Roman way of life before transforming into Romans ourselves during our Roman Day in school.

Another wonderful text this term is ‘Escape from Pompeii’ by Christina Balit. During these lessons we will learn about the terrible events that took place during this time and write a newspaper report, imagining that we were there. We will explore the rich vocabulary within both books before using them in our own writing.

Mathematics

In Maths, we are continuing to become more secure using the four operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.) We will be working on: 

Fractions: Tenths, Tenths as decimals, ordering, adding/subtracting and equivalent fractions.

Measurement: Months/years, Telling the time to the minute, 12-hour clock, 24-hour  clock, duration and problem-solving, compare/measure/add and subtract mass,  compare/measure/ add and subtract capacity, 

Geometry: Movement and position, angles, properties of shapes, horizontal, vertical,  parallel & perpendicular lines, 2D shapes and 3D shapes

Times tables to practise (3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10)

Solve mathematical word problems involving all areas

History – The Romans

Big Question: ‘How have the Romans had an impact on life today?

We will be studying the Romans and discovering how they fit into the timeline of history. We will find out how far their empire spread and why they invaded Britain. We will get a chance to explore some of their amazing inventions, such as the Roman baths, aqueducts and central heating!

We will learn about their creation myths, gods and goddesses and the impact Roman life had on Celtic Britain and how their time here still impacts us today.

As well as this, we are going to enjoy a Roman-themed day at school, during which we will taste Roman food, listen to stories and re-enact famous battles using shield which we will have designed in school.

Geography – Changing Coastlines

This term in Geography, the children will be learning about Changing Coastlines. They will explore how coasts are formed and identify the physical features found along them, as well as the processes of erosion that shape them over time. The children will investigate different types of beaches and learn about strategies used in coastal management to protect these areas. They will also use maps and a range of secondary sources to research and describe coastal regions in more detail. Finally, pupils will consider how changes in land use can affect both people and the environment, helping them to understand how and why coastlines are constantly changing.

Art and D.T

During Summer 1 we will focus on Electrical Systems, researching how they operate before applying this knowledge to design our own electrical system. We will then have the opportunity to make a prototype before presenting our findings to members of the Leadership Team in a Dragons' Den-style presentation. In Summer 2 we will place emphasis on Crafting and Designing: Ancient Egyptian Scrolls, which will help embed our knowledge into our previous History topic – Ancient Egypt. During these sessions we will explore Ancient Egyptian art, design our own scrolls, and attempt to make paper using the same processes the Ancient Egyptians used before making zines.

Throughout Summer 2, we will focus on Vamona Navelcar who was an artist from Goa, India, who had studied and worked in Portugal, Mozambique, and Goa.

Science

In Summer Term 1, our Science topics will be Light, Forces and Magnets.

In Summer 2, we will place all emphasis on plants. During these sessions we will develop our understanding of roots, leaves and stems and the vital role they all play in the growth and prosperity of a plant. We will get the chance to visit the school garden and compare other plants / plant types to each other, discussing why and how plants have adapted to their environment.

The children will enhance their understanding and explore the importance of nutrients for adequate plant growth. During this term, they will get the chance to plant their own seeds and place them all in different conditions before observing and evaluating the most positive and effective environment for growth.

Computing

This half-term, we began our summer learning by exploring video trailers using iPads. Children will first learn to describe the purpose of a trailer and how it is used to engage an audience. They then planned their own ideas, then think carefully about sequencing and key moments. As they filmed, they considered different camera angles to make their trailers more effective and engaging.

Following this, in Summer Term 2, the children will focus on data handling through the use of comparison card databases. They will begin by learning key vocabulary, such as field, record and data, and will explore the differences between paper-based and computerised databases. The children will then develop practical skills by entering values into a spreadsheet, before learning how to sort, filter and interpret data effectively. Throughout the unit, pupils will build confidence in organising and analysing data, as well as explaining its purpose in real-life contexts.

Expectations

As is the case throughout school, we expect and encourage all children to demonstrate high standards of behaviour both in class and in the playground to create a safe, respectful and happy learning environment.  The children in Year 3 have negotiated a set of class rules together and have all agreed to follow these, as they understand that this will help their learning.

Working together with parents and guardians plays a large part in ensuring there are good relationships and standards of behaviour in school. 

General Reminders

We really appreciate your support when helping children with homework.

• Any tasks set are related to work covered in class that week or work the children will be exploring in the coming weeks – this is to provide a chance for them to reinforce their learning or have prior knowledge to assist with their learning in class.

• Spellings are set weekly and tested every Friday.

•Times tables need to be practised at home, which will help them during maths lessons. Now that we are in the Summer Term of Year 3, focus on Times Tables now will assist with the knowledge for the Year 4 Times Tables Test.