A welcome from your Class Teacher
Welcome to Year 3!
We are delighted to welcome you and your child to what promises to be an exciting, rewarding, and memorable year of learning.
Year 3 is an important stage in your child’s journey as they move up into Key Stage 2. This year, we will encourage children to become more independent, curious, and confident learners while continuing to nurture their creativity, kindness, and love of learning.
We will keep you informed through our class page, Facebook page, newsletters, and school communication systems. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions, concerns, or information you would like to share.
Working together helps us ensure every child can “do their best by following Jesus” each and every day.
Kind regards,
Miss Morgan
How You Can Support Your Child
You play a vital role in your child's success, and we value the partnership between home and school. You can support your child by:
Listening to them read regularly.
Practising spellings and times tables.
Encouraging them to talk about what they are learning.
Ensuring homework is completed and returned on time.
Helping them develop independence and good learning habits.
Our Class Saint
St Francis of Assisi is the patron saint of animals and the environment. He dedicated his life to caring for God's creation, helping those in need and spreading peace and kindness.
In Year 3, we try to follow St Francis' example by:
"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible."
— St Francis of Assisi
"Lord, make me an instrument of your peace." - Prayer of St Francis
ATTENDANCE
At St Ambrose, we believe that every day counts.
Excellent attendance gives children the best opportunity to achieve their full potential, build strong friendships and develop confidence in their learning. Missing school can mean missing important lessons, discussions and experiences that are difficult to catch up on.
We encourage all children to aim for 96% attendance or above.
⭐ Children make better academic progress.
⭐ Children develop positive learning habits.
⭐ Children build strong friendships and feel part of the school community.
⭐ Children gain confidence and independence.
⭐ Children have access to every learning opportunity available.
Even a few days of absence can have a significant impact on learning over time.
✔ Ensure your child arrives at school on time every day.
✔ Book medical appointments outside school hours where possible.
✔ Arrange family holidays during school holidays.
✔ Encourage good bedtime routines to support punctuality and readiness to learn.
✔ Contact school promptly if your child is absent due to illness.
Together, we aim to ensure that every child in Year 3 has the opportunity to thrive through excellent attendance and punctuality.
Every Day Matters. Every Lesson Counts. Every Child Achieves.
What we learn in the Autumn Term
What we learn in Spring Term
What we learn in the Summer Term
Enriching Our Learning
In Year 3, we believe that some of the best learning takes place through exciting experiences both inside and outside the classroom. Throughout the year, children have the opportunity to take part in a range of enrichment activities that bring learning to life and create lasting memories.
We are fortunate to welcome visitors from HSBC each term, who lead engaging workshops to help children develop their understanding of money, saving and making sensible financial choices.
We also take part in a number of whole-school events, including:
In the Spring Term, Year 3 visit the Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre to take part in the exciting Fossils and Bones Workshop. This hands-on experience supports our science learning and gives children the opportunity to explore fossils, discover evidence from the past and develop their scientific enquiry skills.
These enrichment opportunities help to broaden children's experiences, deepen their understanding of the curriculum and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Reading
At St Ambrose, we believe that reading opens the door to learning, imagination and success across the curriculum.
We encourage all children to read at home regularly and aim for at least 10–15 minutes each day. Regular reading helps children to build fluency, develop vocabulary and grow in confidence.
In Year 3, we also enjoy a daily story time at the end of each day. This special time allows children to relax, develop a love of books and share in the enjoyment of stories together.
Children are encouraged to read regularly at home and record their reading in their reading records. We love celebrating children who show a commitment to reading and develop a love of books.
A reader today, a leader tomorrow!
As we listen to stories, we are reminded of the words from Proverbs 1:5
Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance.
Homework
Children will receive their homework on a Thursday each week - this will be in their homework books. This is due in on a Wednesday.
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Spellings - Weekly spelling words are set on Spelling Shed but a list is also sent home in Homework books. A worksheet is sent to accompany the children's understanding of these words. It is important that spellings are written with letters sat on the line, not joined up and correctly formed to show that the children can spell them correctly. Spelling Test is on a Wednesday. Reading - Children are expected to read at least 5 times a week and this is to be logged on Boom reader or in reading diaries. Maths - Weekly Maths worksheet sent home and times tables challenges are also set weekly on Times Tables Rockstars. Homework is due on a Wednesday and given out on a Thursday. |
First Holy Communion
In Year 3, Catholic children are given the special opportunity to prepare for and receive their First Holy Communion, a sacrament in which they receive the Body of Christ for the first time. This marks an important step in their faith journey, following preparation in both school and parish. Canon Lamb will arrange parent meetings closer to the time to provide further details, and the date for 2027 is yet to be confirmed.
John 6:35
“I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”
My First Holy Communion was so special! Lots of teachers were there as well as my family, and I could see how proud of me they all were. (Y3 child)
I want to thank Miss Morgan, Mrs Laskey and Mrs Brocklesby for making my child's First Holy Communion so special. It is clear to my family how much you care about my child and nurture their faith. Today has been a wonderful day of celebration, thank you! (Y3 parent)
My First Holy Communion was so special and Miss Morgan and Mrs Laskey helped me to feel confident in reading on the day. (Y3 child)
The Parish and teachers helped make the Parish Hall look absolutely beautiful. They laid out the food we supplied and it looked so special! I'd like to thank Cannon Lamb for such a memorable Mass. I'd also like to thank the teachers who have given up their Saturday to celebrate our children. (Y3 parent)
My First Holy Communion was so special. My family helped me to complete my 'Jesus Comes to Me' workbook and learn about how important this Sacrament is! (Y3 child)
Celebrating Our Learning
In Year 3, we love celebrating the children's achievements and sharing their learning with our school community and families.
Each year, our class has the opportunity to lead a whole-school assembly, where the children showcase their learning, talents and experiences. This is a wonderful opportunity for the children to develop their confidence, communication skills and pride in their work.
Throughout the year, we also share many of our learning experiences through the school's Facebook page. From exciting lessons and educational visits to special events and celebrations, these updates provide families with a glimpse into life in Year 3 and the fantastic learning that takes place each day.
We are incredibly proud of our Year 3 pupils and look forward to celebrating their successes throughout the year.
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| Leswell Street Kidderminster DY10 1RP |
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| Tel: 01562 823568 Email: enquiry_amb@emmausmac.com |
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Mrs E Brocklesby - Executive Principal & Designated Safeguarding Lead For enquiries or to request paper copies of information from this website please contact the school office – Mrs Fish or Miss Downs. David Pitt - SENCo David Gillett - Chair of Governing Body |
