Welcome to Year 3 - Diamond Class
Staff
Miss E Matthews
Diamond
BA (Hons) QTS
Hi, my name is Miss Matthews and I currently teach in Year 3 Diamond class. I love helping the children transition and take on the big changes from Key Stage 1 into Key Stage 2. I feel passionately about all children reaching their potential both
Miss O Wright
Diamond
PE Day & PE Kit
PE will take place on Thursday.
Please ensure you child comes to school in their PE Kit on that day.
What's New
Snack Money
Morning snack can be sent from home or purchased from school. Anyone buying snack from school must commit to the whole week and pay via ParentPay on Monday morning before 8:30am. The maximum amount snack will cost is £2.50 per week. There is also an option to pay for the whole term.
Reading Books
Reading Books will usually be changed Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Please read with your child every night and sign their reading record.
Knowledge Organiser
You have been given a Knowledge Organiser and Homework Grid with some tasks relating to our topic.
Each week we will have a focus that has been covered on the Knowledge Organiser.
Homework
Recent Terms Archive
WELCOME TO DIAMOND CLASS
Overview
Autumn 1:
Where Does Chocolate Come From?
This half term, Year 3 will explore a range of exciting topics across the curriculum. In Maths, we will develop our understanding of place value and build our skills in the four operations. In English, we will focus on narrative writing, using the correct tense and accurate punctuation to create engaging stories.
In Geography, we will discover where chocolate comes from and compare the human and physical features of the UK and Ghana. Science will explore plants, including what they need to grow and the important roles of roots, stems, leaves and flowers. In RE, we will learn about the importance of Harvest and explore the question, “What is peace?” In PSHE, we will discuss ourselves and our families, and in Art, we will develop our drawing skills and techniques.
Links to support learning:
Autumn 2:
From Swords to Stone!
During Autumn 2, Year 3 will build upon their learning through a variety of interesting topics and activities. In Maths, we will develop our understanding of multiplication and division and use a range of strategies to solve problems. In English, we will continue to develop our narrative writing skills before learning how to write clear, well-organised instructions.
In History, we will explore life during the Stone Age and compare it with life today. Science will focus on rocks, including their different properties, how fossils are formed and how soil is created. In RE, we will explore the Christmas story and consider why Christmas is so important to Christians. PSHE will allow us to discuss and celebrate differences within each other’s lives and families. In art, we develop our painting skills and explore different textures and colour mixing.
Links to support learning: The Stone Age Rocks
Spring 1:
During Spring 1, Year 3 will continue to develop their knowledge and skills through a range of engaging learning experiences. In Maths, we will further develop our understanding of multiplication and division before exploring measurement, including length and mass. In English, we will write narratives using accurately punctuated speech and paragraphs, before creating organised non-fiction texts with headings and subheadings.
In History, we will investigate who the Romans were and explore the impact they had on Britain. Science will focus on animals, including humans, as we learn about nutrition, skeletons and muscles. In RE, we will explore stories of people who were called by God and consider how they responded to his call. In PSHE we will explore our personal dreams and goals, whilst art will have a focus on using technology to merge old with new.
Links to support learning: The Romans Animals including humans
Spring 2:
During Spring 2, Year 3 will strengthen their understanding across a range of curriculum areas. In Maths, we will explore money and time, applying our knowledge to practical problems. In English, we will continue to develop our narrative writing by consolidating punctuated speech, organising ideas into paragraphs, showing changes in time and creating detailed character descriptions.
In Science, we will investigate light and shadows, exploring how shadows are formed and how they can change. In RE, we will explore the Easter story and consider the question, “Is the cross a symbol of sadness or joy?” PSHE will allow us to explore how to keep our bodies healthy, whilst in art we will be developing our printing and collage skills.
Links to support learning: Supertato! Light and shadows
Summer 1:
Rainforest Adventure!
During Summer 1, Year 3 will apply their growing knowledge and skills across a range of interesting topics. In Maths, we will develop our understanding of fractions and explore different types of angles. In English, we will continue to develop our narrative writing, with a particular focus on editing and improving our work, before creating persuasive non-fiction texts.
In Geography, we will learn about rainforests through a comparative study of a region in South America and Warrington. Science will focus on forces and magnets, including how objects move on different surfaces and how magnets attract and repel. In RE, we will explore rules for living and consider how religious beliefs and teachings can guide people in their everyday lives. PSHE has a focus on relationships and how to navigate difficulties with them. In art, we will practise our skills of sewing, cutting and joining materials.
Links to support learning: Rainforest facts Forces and magnets
Summer 2:
Literacy.
During Summer 2, Year 3 will consolidate their learning and prepare for the next stage of their journey. In Maths, we will explore different types of lines and shapes before developing our understanding of perimeter. In English, we will consolidate the narrative-writing skills taught throughout the year and learn how to write engaging diary entries.
In RE, we will continue our exploration of rules for living, considering how beliefs and values influence people’s choices, actions and everyday lives. PSHE will explore how our bodies change as we get older and in art will will create a sculpture influenced by the artist Janet Percy.
Links to support learning: Rules for living Janet Percy