What a wonderful and busy term we've had in Year 3! From poetry to castles, number lines to fair tests, your children have jumped into their learning with great energy, creativity, and curiosity. Here’s a little look at what we’ve been up to…
English
We began the term with The Boy Who Couldn’t See, using poetic language to explore rhythm, rhyme, and rich vocabulary. The children’s poems were full of imagery and emotion – a real joy to read!
Next, we delved into storytelling with The Happy Prince, focusing on character, setting, and dialogue. The children used vivid language and imagination to create heartfelt narratives, while also practising paragraphing, punctuation, and descriptive vocabulary.
Most recently, we worked on instructional writing through My Strong Mind, learning to give clear and confident instructions using command verbs and time connectives. The children impressed us with their clarity, creativity, and sentence accuracy.
Maths
In Maths, we’ve been building strong foundations with Place Value to 1,000. The children have worked on partitioning numbers, using number lines, and counting in steps of 4, 8, 50, and 100. Their confidence in understanding and representing numbers has really grown!
We then moved on to Addition and Subtraction, where we explored both mental strategies and formal written methods. We’ve been solving puzzles, spotting patterns, and tackling missing number problems.
Science – Scientific Enquiry
This term, we’ve introduced the key skills of Scientific Enquiry. The children have asked fantastic questions, planned and carried out simple investigations, and learnt how to make observations and measurements. We’ve been drawing conclusions and spotting patterns, using evidence to support our ideas. Budding scientists in the making!
Geography – Settlements
In Geography, we explored different types of settlements, from tiny hamlets to large cities. The children learned how to read maps and locate places, and we discussed how settlements and land use can change over time. We also shared ideas about how local environments, like our school area, could be improved.
Design and Technology – Castle Structures
This unit was a real favourite! The children designed and built their very own model castles, complete with features like battlements, turrets, and drawbridges. We used recycled materials, learnt about strength and stability, and evaluated our work with pride. The creativity on display was amazing!
PSHE – Me and My Relationships
Through this unit, the children explored how to manage emotions, build positive relationships, and solve conflicts respectfully. We practised listening carefully to each other, working as a team, and thinking about how others feel. These are such important life skills, and it’s been lovely to see how supportive and kind the children are becoming.
