Year 3

Step into the amazing realm of Key Stage 2, Year 3!

Our dedicated class teachers, Mrs Thompson and Miss Hurst, are here to guide our new year 3 children as they start at St John’s. 

In Year 3, we focus on nurturing responsible and independent members of our school community, all while acquiring a wealth of new skills. Learning is not just about hard work; it’s also about having a fun along the way! We have thrilling learning experiences lined up, along with a diverse range of engaging subjects designed to expand their knowledge.

Throughout the year, we will build upon the foundations laid in KS1, forge lasting friendships, and continue making positive choices.

We understand that it can be challenging for parents to reach out while we are busy in class and they are at work. To make communication easier, we have established dedicated email accounts for each year group, which will be monitored by the relevant staff members to address any important questions you may have regarding your child’s learning journey.

We promise to respond as promptly as we can.

News and Updates – 2024/2025

Y3 Residential to Cliffe House
Monday 7th July 2025 to Wednesday 9th July 2025

As part of our extra-curricular activities, Y3 will be going on a two-night residential to Cliffe House in Shepley, West Yorkshire from Monday 7th July 2025 to Wednesday 9th July 2025.
Cliffe House believe every young person should experience the world beyond the classroom as part of a broad and balanced curriculum. They provide a blend of both educational and adventure focused activities, delivered by experienced and qualified staff. Immersing young people in an active and engaging environment encourages them to learn whilst having fun together.
The cost of the residential will be approximately £196 and includes the cost of the coach, accommodation & food as well as experienced staff to deliver a range of activities that will feed your child’s sense of adventure and discovery.
Payment will be set up once we have a clear idea of the number of children attending and will be available to pay in 6 installments.
Please can you complete the electronic form below to advise whether you would like your child to attend.
https://forms.microsoft.com/e/aCkjZEqHzp
Yours sincerely,
Year 3 Team

 Y3 Design and Technology Workshop

On Monday 13th November, Hepp DT came coming into school to deliver a DT workshop to both Y3 classes.

Hepp DT are specialists in Design and Technology. They provide high quality workshops to primary schools across the country, deliver training to teachers overseas via online platforms and are currently writing content for BBC Bitesize. Their services are incredibly sought after so we have been very fortunate to secure this date.

Using a range of tools, equipment and material, Hepp DT guided the children through the ‘design, make and evaluate’ process to create a miniature Anderson Shelter; one of the many forms of protection that people used against air raids during WW2.

This links to our current Theme topic about Europe where we will we be moving onto WW2 and the Battle of Britain.

6th October 2023

Reading for pleasure is at the heart of our reading curriculum. We believe that reading is the entitlement of every child. Our aim is for every child to choose to read, enjoy reading and read regularly now and for the rest of their lives. If they do this, they will benefit academically, socially, emotionally and in terms of their health.