YEAR 3 - Roche and Rufford
We are thrilled to welcome you to Year 3! This year, our team of dedicated adults includes Miss Davies, Miss McEvoy who will be the class teachers and our Associate Professionals Mrs Cooper and Miss Oscroft.
We have an exciting year ahead, filled with amazing learning opportunities that we can’t wait to explore together. Stay tuned for a year full of fun, discovery, and growth as we embark on this learning journey!
What We're Learning This Half Term
Mathematics:
In Summer one we will build on our knowledge of fractions as we begin to add and subtract fractions and begin to part a whole. We will also look at how to use fractions in relation to objects.
We’ll then move on to money, looking at how to convert pounds and pence. Using this knowledge we will then begin to add and subtract different amounts of money. In addition, they will learn how to find the change.
English:
This term in English, Year 3 will embark on an exciting literacy adventure, as we will begin to create our own third person narrative, creating an adventurous atmosphere as we venture into the magnificent Ancient Egypt. We will then follow this piece of writing with a formal letter to complain. .
Science: Forces and magnets
This term in Science, Year 3 will begin to look at forces and magnets. We will be learning about contact forces and how different surfaces affect the resistance of an object’s movement. Building on this, the children will then look at how friction affects the moving objects. They will also look at what a non-contact force is and sort and classify objects based on whether they attract or repel the object.
Curriculum Focus:
History: Ancient Egypt
This term in History, Year 3 will be exploring Ancient Egypt. We will dive into his topic by looking at 'who were the early civilisation and what did they achieve?' They will continue this journey by looking at 'who were the Ancient Egyptians and where did they live?' Furthermore, we will look into their achievements and 'how did they write?'
Geography: Maps
This term in Year 3 Geography, we will be looking at fieldwork and OS Maps. The children will be learning all about the eight points of the compass. They will then use this skill to be able to locate human and physical features in their local area. The children will get the opportunity to use digi maps to be able to find and locate their school.
Art
This term in Art, Year 3 will be exploring Gustav Klimt and look at the patterns he used to be able to use decorate their sculptures. They will create their own canopic jars based upon one of the Egyptian Gods using clay to sculpt it.
RE:
This term in RE, Year 3 will be exploring Hindu’s focusing on the big question What is it like to be Hindu? We will look at the different Gods and the story of Rama and Sita. Through this we will also look at what a Mandir is and how to use them during worship.
Spanish
In Spanish will be looking at building on our knowledge of greetings and the phonology and exploring the topic of fruit and vegetables. In this unit the children will learn 10 fruit and ten vegetables in Spanish.
Homework:
At Maltby Manor Academy, we are committed to supporting your child's learning at home. In Key Stage 2, our homework is designed to build key skills and foster a love of learning.
Here’s what to expect:
- Times Table Rock Stars – Practice times tables daily using TT Rockstars to build multiplication skills and confidence.
- Daily Reading – Record all reading activities in your child's planner. Regular reading at home is key to developing comprehension and fluency.
- Weekly Spelling Sheets – Focused activities to develop accurate and confident spelling. Handed out on a Friday returned by Wednesday.
- Curriculum Homework Menu – A choice of creative, engaging tasks linked to your child’s current topics.
Our homework programme offers a variety of opportunities to enrich your child’s learning and strengthen the home-school partnership.
Thank you for your continued support in helping your child thrive!