Welcome to Year 3

The Team includes myself, Mrs Baker, and Learning Support Assistants, Mrs Bodi and Mrs Haworth, with Ms Pope taking the class on Wednesday mornings each week. We have the lovely classroom at the front of the school overlooking the recreation ground, with some outdoor space which we will use as much as possible.  We have already planted daffodils in the pots for some Springtime colour.

Dragon and Rainbow maths will be tested every Friday, and you will be informed if your child needs to move on to the next sheet. 

PE takes place on Tuesday and Thursdays (SCS coach leading).  The children have lockers to stow their belongings and should come to school in full uniform.

Please ensure school dinners are booked in advance, wherever possible to avoid delays in the register in the morning.  We have early work from 8.40 for the children to complete, often recapping their learning from the day before, so being settled and on time is important.  

One major change that the children have flagged up is having toilets away from the classroom.  This means children need to go up the corridor to visit the toilets.  To minimise disruption to learning time, five intervals are organised throughout the day for children to go and we are encouraging children to remember to go at these specified times. 

Reading to and with your child is still so important - a little and often is better than making it seem like a chore. Some may be confident readers but it is still lovely to share books together, and talking about what we like about them.  We are enjoying a great adventure story at the end of the school day too.

If you have any questions or concerns do not hesitate to talk to any of us when dropping off or collecting your child - if you can let us know in advance that would be appreciated.

Year 3 can feel quite a step up from KS1, and we will do our best to carefully guide the children through that transition, using routines and fun to get them into good learning habits!  

I look forward to seeing your children blossom and grow throughout the year ahead!