Welcome to Year 3
Throughout the course of the year, we study exciting research topics with strong cross-curricular links to Maths and English. In Year 3, we aim to enthuse and inspire the children by teaching active and engaging lessons across the curriculum.
We hope to create learners who are in control of their own education and who will continue to be independent thinkers in their lives beyond the classroom.
Term by Term
Our research areas in Year 3 are not only exciting but captivate the children and provide opportunities to showcase their talents across the curriculum.
In the Autumn Term, we embark on an adventure to “Discover a Hidden World”. We explore Australia; its history, the people, the culture, the climate and its links to a very special explorer who was born right here in Middlesbrough. Climb aboard the Endeavor and go on a journey to a hidden land.
During the Spring Term, we switch our focus to the Stone Age and look at this important time in our evolutionary history. We discuss timelines to set this period into wider British History and we will discover the meaning of Prehistory. The children will discover some of the major achievement of the Stone Age society and begin to study what early cave art was like.
In the Summer Term, we investigate the rise of the Roman Empire, both historically and geographically. We look into the two contrasting stories about the founding of Rome, discussing the difference between legends and facts. We look at important Romans through history and those who fought against them. The children put themselves into the shoes of Boudica and discuss whether or not we should fight back!
Residential Experience
Residential trips are an important part of school life, providing new approaches to learning and helping children grow in self-confidence, self-esteem and resilience. As an introduction to a residential visit, Year 3 invite the children to spend the night in a safe setting whilst still experiencing the excitement of a residential stay. The children will set up camp in one of the classrooms and take part in some team building activities on the school field.
Technology in the Classroom.
In Year 3, the children will use iPads, Chromebooks, Augmented Reality and QR codes to enhance their learning experience. iPads and Chromebooks are often used to help with research as well as being used to provide instant feedback and share ideas across the Year group. Augmented Reality and QR codes hook the children and engage them both inside and outside of the classroom.
"It's brilliant to see the children develop the confidence and skills needed for their next journey on to Secondary School."
Mrs Brallisford
“I love working with our children in FS2! Seeing them excited to learn and succeed at new challenges is an experience I feel lucky to be part of every single day!”
Miss Clayton, FS2
"At the fire station we got to sit in the fire engine and we learnt lots of things."
Year 2 Pupil
"I liked going to Grangetown Fire Station and learning about keeping safe. It was funny watching the fireman go down the pole."
Year 2 Pupil
"We learn about pirates and how they stole ships. I made a pirate puppet too."
Year 2 Pupil
"I like Year 2 because Barnaby Bear tells us lots of information from different countries. He even went to Jamaica with Mrs Armstrong!"
Year 2 Pupil
"I have learnt that a 'ph' are really clever because they make a 'f' sound like in elephant."
Year 1 Pupil
"Learning loads of new sounds helps me to read lots of new words."
Year 1 Pupil
"I love learning lots of facts about space, like Saturn has lots of rings"
Year 1 Pupil
"I love how every day is different and the children's continuing ability amazes. Truly rewarding."
Mrs Foden, Year 2
"I love the interaction and watching their faces light up when you share ideas and experiences or just from reading a favourite story."
Mrs Miller, FS2
"I love the challenge and excitement of Year 6. I enjoy inspiring the children and it’s so rewarding watching them make progress and achieve their best."
Miss Armstrong, Year 6
"I like to come to Nursery to be with all of my friends."
FS1 Pupil
"Our Nursery is good because we have lots of toys."
FS1 Pupil
"I like Nursery because it helped me to learn to listen."
FS1 Pupil
"Why do you enjoy coming to Nursery?"
'Playing on the computers is fun!'
FS1 Pupil
"I like using innovative technology to engage and enhance the children's learning experiences and build resilience."
Mrs Herlingshaw, Year 4
"I like working in the key stage 2 team to develop the children's thirst for life-long learning in preparation for secondary school and beyond."
Mrs Greenmon, Year 3
"Music is unbelievable! Performing all over the UK, broadcasting on the radio, singing with a 60 piece orchestra are just a touch of what we do at Normanby! Music has helped me grow in confidence."
Year 5 Pupil
"In Year 5, we have lots of opportunities to participate in exciting sporting activities. I've enhanced my biking expertise with 'Bikeability' by learning how to take my hands off the handle bars, signal traffic behind me without falling off and learning how to be more aware of the road around me."
Year 5 Pupil
"Y5 artwork is phenomenal because we got to use a range of different art materials and study lots of different artists."
Year 5 Pupil
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