Year 3 - P.E- Gymnastics-Pencil Rolls and Teddy Bears
In P.E., we started with our favourite warm-up dance, which the children always love and get really involved in! We then moved onto our mats to practice different ways of rolling. The children worked on their egg rolls, pencil rolls, and teddy bear rolls, focusing on keeping their bodies tight and tucked. We also challenged ourselves to "rock to stand" and practised smooth transitions to move in and out of balances with flow. It was great to see partners evaluating each other and giving helpful tips on how to improve. We ended the session with a much-needed cool down to relax our muscles.
Year 3 - English-Adapting Stories into Play Scripts
This week in English, we have been exploring playscripts. To help us understand how to tell a story through dialogue and action, we have been watching two short films that have no dialogue at all: The Little Shoemaker and Soar. Today, we worked together as a class to adapt The Little Shoemaker into a script. We practised turning the characters' expressions and actions into spoken lines and stage directions. It was a great way to see how we can give characters a "voice" on the page! Next week, the children will take everything they have learned to write their very own scripts for the film Soar. Once their scripts are finished, they will get to perform them for the rest of the class!
Year 3 - R.E- The Calling of Levi
In R.E. today, we explored the story of The Calling of Levi (also known as Matthew) as told in the Gospels. We investigated the "before and after" moments of Levi’s life to understand the impact of Jesus’ teachings. We discovered that before meeting Jesus, Levi was focused on: Material Wealth: Working at the tax booth and collecting money. However, after Jesus said the words "Follow me," everything changed. Levi’s new priorities became: Purpose: Leaving his old life behind to become a disciple. We discussed why this change happened, concluding that Jesus offered Levi a sense of belonging. It was a lesson on how Jesus can completely change a person’s direction and values.
Year 3- Class Meeting -Half term is almost here! What are you most looking forward to?
Half term is almost here, and during our class meeting today, Charlie led the discussion while Archie took notes. The children talked about what they are most looking forward to and voted on several options, including relaxing and having lie-ins, spending time with family, having fun with friends, or staying in school. The majority of the class voted for spending time with their family, while a smaller group chose having fun with friends.
Year 3- Art: Expressing Identity Through Tie-Dye
In Art today, Year 3 Artists took the next step in their creative journey by tie-dyeing their own T-shirts. Building on the mood boards they previously created—which showcased their unique personalities and interests- the children used those as a foundation to express their individuality through vibrant colours and patterns. We began by analysing last year’s examples to spark inspiration, then discussed how specific visual choices can represent who we are as individuals. While the shirts are currently sitting, the children are already super excited to wash and dry them tomorrow to see their final designs come to life.
Year 3- Class Worship-Respect in Action
In our Class Worship today, we explored the theme of "Respect in Action" by looking at recent news from the Football Association (FA). We discussed the FA’s review of behaviour in the sport, which aims to ensure matches are safe, fair, and enjoyable for everyone, players, referees, and fans alike. Linking this to our Christian value of Respect, we focused on The Golden Rule: treating others the way we wish to be treated. We looked at Matthew 7:12, which tells us that treating others with kindness sums up the Law and the Prophets. We debated big questions, such as whether respect must be earned or if everyone deserves it just for being human, and how we can remain respectful even when others are not. We concluded with a prayer, thanking God for making every person unique and asking for the wisdom to treat everyone with the kindness we wish to receive ourselves.
Year 3 GULP Project-Final Recap and Results
The Year 3 children have completed their final session of the GULP (Give Up Loving Pop) project! This initiative, delivered in partnership with the Blackburn Rovers Community Trust, has been a fantastic journey for our young "Sugar Detectives." Throughout the program, the children have developed vital "Label Literacy" skills, learning how to decode nutritional information and calculate total sugar content in various bottle sizes. Converting grams into physical sugar cubes, allowing the pupils to truly visualise the hidden sugars in their favourite fizzy drinks and juices. We finished with a "Sugar Detective Quiz" to assess their knowledge, and it was wonderful to see how much they remembered about making healthier drink choices. The program has already made a visible impact, with many children now opting for water over high-sugar alternatives, which is also saving on plastic too! We would like to extend a huge thank you to Nathan for his time and expertise.
Drama Club: Prop Making
Drama Club has been fantastic these past weeks. All the children have now auditioned and will receive their roles this week. They have been working really hard to create swords and shields for our show telling the story of Troy. Its great to see their enthusiasm and commitment.
Foodie Friends Club-Victoria Sponge Cupcakes
To make Olivia’s birthday extra special today, we made classic Victoria Sponge cupcakes in our Foodie Friends Club. The bakers carefully weighed the flour, sugar, and butter, cracked the eggs, and worked together to prepare the mixture before baking. Once the cakes had almost cooled, the bakers got to work on the best part: the assembly. They carefully sliced the tops to create a space for a generous dollop of rich strawberry jam and freshly whipped cream.
Year 3 - PSHE-Body Team Work
In PSHE today, the children participated in a "Body Team Work" lesson where they explored how the human body’s internal organs function. They identified the specific roles of key parts, such as the brain acting as the control centre, the heart pumping blood, and the lungs passing oxygen into the bloodstream. To understand the concept of cooperation, the children completeda whole class activity sheet where they explained what each organ does and, crucially, what it needs from other body parts to work properly. The session concluded with a creative teamwork exercise where the children worked in groups to devise unique sounds and actions for each organ.
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Year 3- R.E- Reflecting on Change
In our R.E. lesson this week, Year 3 have been exploring the concept of change through the eyes of three different experts: Godfrey the Theologian, Phil the Philosopher, and Sally the Human Social Scientist. By looking at change through these different lenses, the children were able to reflect on their own life experiences. They wrote about the changes they have faced, such as the excitement of moving house, the milestone of starting Key Stage 2, or the arrival of a new baby in the family.
Year 3 Poetry Reading: An Incentive for Excellence
As a reward for their hard work, several Year 3 pupils were selected to visit Year 2 to perform their Arctic bear shape poems. This opportunity served as a fantastic incentive for the children to refine their work, encouraging them to focus on high-quality editing and presentation. The Year 3 students spoke with confidence, and the session was made even more valuable by the constructive feedback provided by Mrs Hegarty and Mr Carter.