Welcome to Year 3! Year 3 is a very exciting year in which the children grow their independence as Juniors.
Have a look at our class blog to see what we’ve been up to recently!
Please remember to comment in your child’s reading record at least twice a week to show that they are reading at home.
Year 3 Team
Mr Martisius (Class Teacher), Miss Hunter (Teaching Assistant), Miss Hall (Teaching Assistant)
Time Table
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| No P.E. – Art this term. | Homework is due Books are changed PE – Wear PE kits all day. | Homework is handed out. |
Term Overview
Spring 1
Spring 1
This half term, in writing, we will be exploring fables. We will explore a variety of different fables and discuss what the moral of the story might be. We will use the story ‘Quill Soup’ as inspiration for our own stories.
In Maths, this term, we will continue learning about multiplication and division. We will develop our strategies for both operations and begin using more formal written methods, like column multiplication.
In Geography, we will continue our learning about the Earth using different atlases, maps and globes. Our key learning will include exploring the equator, northern and southern hemispheres, latitude and longitude.
In Science we will begin learning about animals and humans. We will explore what we need to grow up healthy and strong.
In R.E. we be learning about Judaism. We will explore the question ‘What does it mean to be Jewish?’
In PSHE we will be introducing the Zones of Regulation for the children. This will involve discussing our different feelings as well as tools to help us when feel a certain way.
And in Computing we will begin to practice our typing skills using the school laptops!
Autumn 2
Writing: This term, Year 3 students will engage in a variety of writing projects. They will begin by writing fact files and biographies about notable figures, including their early life, careers, and social activism. The next unit will focus on narrative writing, where students will explore the features of a narrative, build vocabulary, and plan their stories through drama. They will then write, edit, and publish their narratives, and finish with writing blurbs. Later in the term, students will write information texts about climate, focusing on climate zones and biomes, and explore how to write poetry on climate and weather. Support for SEND learners will include visuals, word banks, sentence starters, and adult support for oral rehearsals and planning.
Maths: The term will focus on addition and subtraction, including subtracting across tens and hundreds, making connections, and estimating answers. Students will work with place value charts and counters to understand concepts. They will then move on to multiplication and division, learning about equal groups, arrays, and times tables (2, 4, 5, 8). The term will also cover inverse operations, sharing and grouping, and applying times table knowledge to solve problems.
Science: The focus will be on light, where students will explore how light helps them see, the concept of reflection, and how shadows are formed. They will also learn about the dangers of the Sun’s light and how to protect their eyes. Practical investigations will support their learning, and students will use careful observation, systematic inquiries, and measurements to draw conclusions about light and shadows.
Religious Education (RE): In Christianity, students will explore Advent and the significance of remembering. They will learn about the role of John the Baptist in preparing for Jesus’ birth and reflect on the message of Christmas. Students will also explore the Christian belief in the Epiphany and how it connects to the belief that Jesus came to save everyone. They will examine the concepts of peace and prophets, and consider the impact of Christmas on Christian beliefs and behaviors.
History/Geography: The term will focus on climate and weather. Students will begin by reviewing weather concepts and learn about climate zones and biomes, including the polar climate, tropical deserts, tropical rainforests, and temperate zones. They will compare different climates and understand the effects of climate change. Students will practice using maps and secondary sources of information to research and explore these topics further.
PSHCE/Character & Wellbeing: Year 3 students will engage in lessons on healthy eating, understanding emotions, and managing feelings. They will learn about the Zones of Regulation and the importance of democracy. There will be a focus on developing social skills, including how to express feelings, make moral decisions, and understand bullying. Students will explore ways to contribute to peace and discuss the importance of kindness and respect.
Computing: Students will learn about online safety, including creating safe passwords and understanding age restrictions on digital content. They will explore the truthfulness of online information and create charts using tools like Pie Charts and Bar Graphs. The term will also cover using advanced tools in spreadsheet software, such as the spin button and cell addresses.
Latin: The Latin curriculum will focus on verb orientation, verb codes, and endings practice. Students will explore mythical monsters, Greek gods, and practice translating and illustrating a story in Latin.
Autumn 1
We kick off the school year by exploring the Stone Age to the Iron Age! We will be learning about different aspects of life from different time periods that span 10,000 years.
In literacy, we will be looking at the ‘The Bear and the Piano’ by David Litchfield we will plan our own narratives following the writing process.
In October our topic focus will shift to Black History Month. In the final fortnight before the half-term break, we will be learning about Marcus Rashford and we will be considering the question ‘What is great about living in a multicultural society?’
In Maths, we will revise what we learnt in KS1 about place value and build on this with 3-digit numbers. We will learn how to represent 3-digit numbers in many different ways, and how to partition, order and compare them. We will also practice our mental and written skills in rounding, addition and subtraction with up to 3-digit numbers.
In Science, we will be focusing on rocks and soils. We will be learning about different types of rocks and comparing their properties. We will also be learning about the formation of fossils and how soil is formed.
In RE, we will be learning all about the key stories in Buddhism. The children will reflect on key beliefs and how we can learn from these values.
In PSHE we will be learning about how to keep ourselves healthy.