Year 3

Spring Vehicle

This term, Year 3 are learning about the Roman invasion of Britain and how it changed life for the Celts. In History, we are exploring key events and archaeological evidence to deepen our understanding of this period.

In Design and Technology, pupils are developing their sewing skills by creating Roman shield cushions, practising cross stitch and appliqué using their own designs.

We are also excited to be visiting Tanglewood, where the children will take part in hands-on Roman activities, including battle experiences, camp building and clay temple making.

Safer Internet Day

For Safer Internet Day, Year 3 explored how to stay safe online. We discussed different scenarios and thought carefully about what might be okay to do online and what might not be safe.

Number Day

For Number Day, Year 3 enjoyed a range of exciting maths activities!

We took part in a Times Tables Treasure Hunt, solving multiplication questions hidden around the classroom to reveal clues. We also went outside to measure the perimeter of the playground, using our measuring skills to calculate the total distance around the edge.

Back in class, we became pizza chefs and created fraction pizzas, carefully dividing them into equal parts to show different fractions. It was a fantastic day full of practical maths, teamwork and problem-solving!

Andy Warhol

Inspired by Andy Warhol, we explored the blotted line technique in Art. Warhol used ink to draw an image and then transferred it onto another piece of paper to create a printed effect.

We experimented with this process ourselves, carefully tracing and pressing our designs to see how the ink transferred. Each print was slightly different, making every piece unique and creative.

Magnet strength

As part of our Science learning, Year 3 carried out an investigation to test the strength of different magnets. We compared a ring magnet, a bar magnet and a horseshoe magnet to see how many paperclips each one could attract.

We made predictions before carrying out our investigation and carefully counted how many paperclips each magnet could hold. This helped us compare their strength and think about why some magnets might be stronger than others. It was a great way to practise working scientifically by testing, observing and recording our results.

Autumn Vehicle

This term, Year 3’s vehicle was Setting Stone. In Geography and Art, we learned about the work of world-renowned potter Josiah Wedgwood and the important impact he had on Staffordshire during the Industrial Revolution. We explored how his pottery became famous around the world and helped shape our local area.

Inspired by our learning about the British Isles, we created our own clay figures. First, we used pipe cleaners to build a basic figure. Our designs were inspired by the sculptor Antony Gormley and by the different poses of our classmates. We then carefully covered the pipe cleaners with clay, making the figures strong and solid like real sculptures.

Each of us made our own clay figure, and when we placed them all together, we created our very own version of Gormley’s Field of the British Isles.

3D Structures

We also looked at how Antony Gormley creates 3D sculptures using lines and space, and how his work can be viewed from all angles.

Inspired by his ideas, we used paper straws to build our own three-dimensional structures. We carefully joined the straws together to create strong shapes, thinking about balance and stability. Just like a real sculpture, our structures stand upright and can be enjoyed from every side.

Pneumatic Systems

As part of our Design and Technology learning, Year 3 became engineers and designers! We were challenged to create a pneumatic toy for a Year 1 child to enjoy.

Using a cardboard box, we designed and built monsters with moving mouths. We created a simple pneumatic system using a balloon and tubing. When the balloon was pumped, the air travelled through the tube and pushed the mechanism inside, making the monster’s mouth open.

We carefully thought about our audience, making sure our designs were fun, colourful and easy for younger children to use. It was fantastic to see our creations come to life!

Chocolate Rocks

In Science, Year 3 used chocolate to help us understand how rocks change. Rolling and flattening the chocolate showed how pressure can transform materials. When we heated the chocolate, we observed how heat can also cause change.

This helped us understand how metamorphic rocks are formed through heat and pressure. We also learned that sedimentary rocks are made when layers are pressed together over time, and igneous rocks form when melted rock cools and hardens. It was a creative and memorable way to explore the rock cycle!

Christmas Crafts

Our Class Saint - St Martin de Porres

Born in Lima, Peru, St Martin de Porres is the patron saint of mixed-race people, inn-keepers, public health workers and those seeking racial harmony. This links with our school mission statement: 'As children of God, we love on another'. All of God's family should be treated equally and with love!

Useful Information

Ukuleles

We have ukulele lessons every Tuesday morning - don't forget your instruments!