Welcome to Year 3!

This week so far: 

Year 3 have made a fantastic start to the new half term and have quickly settled back into their learning routines. It has been wonderful to see the children return with such enthusiasm and positivity.

In Maths, we have started our new topic on money. The children have been learning to recognise and compare different coins and notes, as well as adding and subtracting amounts of money. They have approached the topic with confidence and have enjoyed solving real-life money problems.

In English, we have begun planning our exciting creative writing stories about Eco Superheroes. The children have been developing their own characters with special powers that help protect the environment and make the world a better place. We have explored what makes a hero interesting and have started planning imaginative adventures that promote caring for our planet.

In Music, we have started learning to play the recorder. The children have been introduced to the instrument and have begun practising the song "In the Jungle, the Mighty Jungle". They have shown great focus and determination as they learn this new skill, and we are already hearing some fantastic progress.

In PE, we have been developing our orienteering skills. The children have done a brilliant job working together to follow clues, navigate different routes, and solve challenges. They demonstrated excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills throughout the activities.

On Monday morning, we had a wonderful visit to Maidenhead Mosque as part of our RE learning. This provided a valuable opportunity for the children to learn more about Islam and experience a place of worship first-hand. The children represented the school exceptionally well, showing respect, curiosity, and excellent behaviour throughout the visit. They asked thoughtful questions and enjoyed exploring the beautiful building while learning about the importance of faith and community.

In Computing, we were introduced to Micro:bit. The children learned how to program their micro:bits to display the temperature in different locations. This involved following a number of detailed programming steps, and the children showed impressive resilience and perseverance as they worked through the challenges. They should be very proud of what they achieved.

Have a lovely weekend!