YEAR 3

What a busy and brilliant term it's been for Year 3! Our pupils have been diving deep into a fascinating array of subjects, showcasing their incredible learning and critical thinking skills.

In English, the children have truly displayed their persuasive understanding. Inspired by Ted Hughes' classic tale, The Iron Man, they've been grappling with a monumental decision: should Hogarth push the Iron Man into the giant pit? Year 3 wrote some incredibly compelling arguments for and against this thorny issue. They masterfully used persuasive language, strong topic sentences, and well-reasoned points to try and sway their readers. The debates were lively, and it was wonderful to see them articulate their viewpoints so clearly and passionately. We certainly have some future debaters and lawyers in our midst!

Our geography lessons took us on an exciting journey far beyond the school gates, all the way to New Delhi, India. Year 3 has been exploring the diverse and bustling land use of this vibrant city. They've discovered how different areas are used for housing, businesses, agriculture, and open spaces, and learned about the challenges and opportunities that come with such a densely populated urban environment. It's been a fantastic way to broaden their understanding of different cultures and landscapes around the world.

Maths has seen Year 3 consolidate their understanding of line and shape, becoming experts at identifying and describing various geometric figures. They've now transitioned to an exciting new topic: perimeter. The children are enthusiastically measuring the boundaries of different shapes and objects, understanding that perimeter is all about the distance around the outside. This practical application of their knowledge has been a real hit, and they're quickly becoming proficient at calculating perimeters of everything from rectangles to irregular polygons.

Finally, in science, our young botanists have been hard at work revising the vital functions of a plant. From roots absorbing water to leaves harnessing sunlight for photosynthesis, Year 3 has reinforced their knowledge of how plants grow, survive, and contribute to our planet's ecosystems. They've been able to explain the roles of different plant parts with impressive detail, demonstrating a solid understanding of the natural world around them.

It's been a truly enriching term for Year 3, full of inquiry, discovery, and significant progress across the curriculum. We're incredibly proud of their hard work and enthusiasm!

Children are expected to complete the following: 

• At least 5 reads in their reading diary each week 

• Century is here! A piece of maths and English homework will be set every Thursday with a due date of the following Monday. The homework will appear at the bottom under 'assignments'. The pathway at the top is suggested additional work that can be worked through as and when but is not an expectation to be completed. 

• Times table rock stars does not have to be completed daily, but it is encouraged to practise as much as possible.

Children are not expected to do Century and Times Table Rockstars every evening at home, but little and often is ideal! Thank you for your support :)

Please note, the inside of the reading diaries have changed. There are dates on each page and a 'homework' section on the left hand side but please ignore these. Please see the image below of how to insert the reads into the new reading diaries.