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This week, we’ve introduced the children to the basics of Judaism- what it means to be Jewish and the importance of faith and tradition in Jewish life. We talked about how Judaism traces back thousands of years and how it has influenced other major religions, like Christianity and Islam. The children were fascinated to learn about the rich cultural and spiritual heritage that comes with this ancient faith.

One of the central parts of our learning, has been examining the Ten Commandments, which the children learnt, are a set of moral guidelines given to the Jewish people by God. We also delved into the Torah, which is the most sacred text in Judaism. The children were particularly intrigued by how the Torah is read during Jewish worship services, with great respect and care, and how it teaches not only religious practices but also values like fairness and compassion.

Throughout our lessons, the children have participated in lively discussions, asked thoughtful questions, and engaged in creative activities to deepen their understanding. It’s been a rewarding experience for the children.

Maths

This week in maths, year 3 have been learning how to round numbers to the nearest 10 and 100 using number lines. At first, rounding can seem like a tricky concept, but using number lines helped everyone to see exactly where numbers belong and which multiples of ten or hundred they are closest to.

The number lines were a great visual tool, helping the children to understand the idea of distance between numbers and why rounding works the way it does. As the week went on, children grew more confident and began tackling some challenging examples, explaining their reasoning clearly and supporting one another’s learning. By the end of the week, everyone had made excellent progress and could confidently round numbers in a range of contexts. Well done, mathematicians!

English

The children have really impressed with how they have used and applied their knowledge from their thematic learning to enhance their writing. They included fascinating facts about Stone Age life, from how people hunted and gathered food, to the tools they used and the types of homes they built.

As part of their reports, children worked on organising information clearly using headings, subheadings, and technical vocabulary. They focused on writing in a formal, informative style while making sure their reports were engaging for the reader. It was wonderful to see how confidently the children connected what they had learned in history with their English work. Their final pieces show just how much progress they’ve made as writers this term. A fantastic end to the term’s learning — well done, everyone!

Reminders: 

• Year 3 have PE on Wednesdays and should come to school dressed in the correct school PE kit. 

• 3R and 3Y will swim on Thursdays next term- children will need to come dressed in their PE kit to school on this day, and bring with them their swimming costumes to change into.  

• Swimming kit reminder: full swimming costume/swim shorts. All children must wear a swimming hat and will be expected to remove jewellery (including stud earrings). 

• Please remember to check when your child has their Forest School sessions- the letter that was sent out is attached below.

Key messages: 

• Children return to school on Tuesday 28^th October.

• On Tuesday 28^th October and Wednesday 29^th, we have Parent Teacher Consultations. We look forward to meeting with you!

• Please can children ensure they bring a Healthy snack in for breaktimes. 

• Children will need to make sure they have a pair of Wellies in school, so that they are able to use the environmental area and field at lunchtimes. As the cold weather creeps in, children will also need to wear a coat to school.

Thank you!

To our children and families, we extend our warmest wishes for a restful and enjoyable half-term break. May this time be filled with laughter, relaxation, and cherished moments spent with loved ones. Whether you're embarking on exciting adventures or simply enjoying some well-deserved downtime at home, we hope you return refreshed and rejuvenated, ready to tackle the challenges and opportunities that await us in the weeks ahead.

As we bid farewell to another term, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our families for your unwavering support of the school and your children’s education. Thank you also to all the parents who attended the Parent Teacher Consultations this week; it was a joy to see the enthusiasm and positivity towards the children’s learning and education, from both children and adults, alike. Discussing the incredible progress and growth that children have made across the year, really has been a highlight for the year 3 team! 

To all our children and families, we extend our warmest wishes for a restful and relaxing break. Whatever your plans are, we hope that you enjoy spending time doing the things that bring you happiness! We look forward to welcoming children back, on Tuesday 28th October.

The Year 3 Team