Year 3
Class Teacher: Miss McCauley
Teaching Assistants / Support Staff: Ms Wilson & Mr McLoughlin
In our class, we aim high, work hard and support one another to achieve our very best. We are proud to live out the Phoenix values of Resilience, Responsibility, Kindness and Ambition every day.
We believe every child can succeed. Our classroom is a safe, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where all pupils are supported and challenged to thrive.
Our Curriculum This Year
At Phoenix Primary, our curriculum is carefully planned and sequenced to build knowledge and skills over time. Learning is progressive and ambitious for all learners.
Our yearly overview can be found here:
PE days for this term are Tuesdays and Wednesday.
Spring Term
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English |
Maths |
Science |
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Foundation Subjects
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History The Roman Empire and its impact on Britain |
Geography Study Counties and Regions of the United Kingdom |
Art Textiles & Collage 3D Art |
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Design Technology Mechanisms Y3 Mechanisms Knowledge Organiser.pdf Food and Nutrition Y3 Food and Nutrition Knowledge Organiser.pdf
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RE Could Jesus heal people? Did he perform miracles or is there some other explanation? Y3 Spring 1 Knowledge Organiser.pdf What is “good” about Good Friday? |
PE Boccia Y3 Boccia Knowledge Organiser.pdf Dance: Wild Animals Y3 Dance Knowledge Organiser.pdf
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Reading
Our Class Information:
- Class Novel:
- Daily reading practice in school
- Reading for pleasure opportunities
- Library visits
- Phonics (where appropriate)
Home Reading Expectations:
- Read at least 4 times per week
- Reading records signed every time they read - children can leave their own comments too!
- Discuss vocabulary and understanding
Helpful reading support links:
https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk/reading/reading-age-10-10-year-3/
Supporting Learning at Home
Homework
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Set on:
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Due on:
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Expectations:
Spellings
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Tested weekly on:
Times Tables (KS2)
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Focus for this term:
We value strong partnerships with parents and carers. Please contact us via the school office if you need any support with home learning.
PSHE & Personal Development
In Phoenix Primary, we develop the whole child - nurturing confident, kind and resilient learners who are ready for life beyond the classroom.
This term in PSHE we are learning about:
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Units: Dreams & Goals, and Relationships
British Values & Children’s Rights
On Mondays, we have our Values Assembly which is where we explicitly teach:
- Democracy
- Rule of Law
- Individual Liberty
- Mutual Respect
- Tolerance
Enrichment Opportunities
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Trips and visits
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Visitors to school
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Clubs and leadership roles
We prepare pupils to become responsible, respectful and active citizens in modern Britain.
Attendance
Excellent attendance is vital for success. Please ensure your child attends school every day unless they are unwell.
Being in school every day shows ambition and responsibility.
Keeping You Safe
If you feel sad, worried, confused or unsafe, itĶs important to tell a grown up. You can click here for help, talk to your teacher or speak to one of our Safeguarding Team (Mr Kelly, Miss El-Saiegh, Mrs Barlow, Ms Nikki or Mrs Cowan).