Hello and welcome to year 3!
In year 3 we are taught by Mrs Stephenson, Mrs Seaman and Mrs Waddell. We are supported in class by , Miss Bilton, Miss Stoker & Mr Curd.
Summer 1 2026
This half term, we have exciting and engaging topics planned that re-cover the key skills and builds upon skills previously taught in all subjects. We are working hard to ensure all children embed knowledge and understanding through revisiting and over learning key concepts.
In Geography, we are learning all about Land Use and how land is used in different ways and for different reasons in different parts of the world. The children will use atlases, globes and digital maps to observe different and types. We will also look at the different types of farming in the UK.
In Science, we will be looking at light and shadows. We will learn exactly what light is and what are actually sources of light. The children will be surprised at certain objects they think are sources of light but they aren’t. There will be lots of opportunities for investigations and hand on work within this topic which the children really enjoy! We will be observing how shadows are formed and how they can change throughout the day, depending on the position of the light source. Sun safety will also be covered within this science topic.
Dates for your diary
Monday 4th May – BANK HOLIDAY (SCHOOLCLOSED)
Friday 22nd May – Children break up for half term
Monday 1st June – Children return to school
Home Reading
As a school, we expect the children to read at least 3 times per week and have their journal signed by an adult. Children should bring their reading book and journal into school daily so they have the opportunity to read with adults in school.
Children have an Accelerated Reader password and user name. Use this link to access the quizzes!
We would be so pleased if the children access their quizzes at home as well as in school.
Don’t forget you can do a quiz on books you read at home too!
Click here to access Accelerated Reader
P.E.
P.E will take place on a Thursday. Please ensure your child has their P.E kit in school from a Monday and this is to be taken home after the session, washed and brought back for the following Monday.
Mrs Stephenson’s class will continue swimming lessons every Wednesday until the end of the year. Please ensure your child has their swimming costume, towel and £1 voluntary contribution each week. Long hair must be tied back, no bikinis and all jewellery removed, as per venue rules.
Homework and Spellings
Children are all expected to practice their times tables every night and use Times Tables Rock Stars regularly – they should complete at least 10 minutes of Times Table Rockstars each week. Ask your child’s teacher for their log in details if your child doesn’t have theirs. Spellings will still be given out every Monday ready for spelling tests on a Friday and please continue to read with your child at least 3 times per week. Home reader journals will be checked daily in class and children will receive points for having their book signed by an adult.
