Our Year 3 class at Haydon Wick Primary School, Hedgehogs, is taught by Miss North. The children in Hedgehogs class are supported by Mrs Timms throughout the week.
Home Learning and Reading
Spellings
Each week, the children will be sent home spellings on a Friday and then tested on the following Wednesday. We ask that your child practises the spellings three times in their spelling book and then any other practise down on other paper.
There will also be a Purple Mash spelling task set weekly. These are the Year 3 spelling words we are learning in class during spelling and handwriting sessions, for if you wish to practise them at home too.
Reading
We expect all children to be reading to an adult at least 4 times a week and for this to be recorded in their reading record. Children are listened to 1:1 with adults in school throughout the week and in class during Guided Reading sessions daily.
Homework
Every term, the children will be given a 'Pick and Mix' homework, which will be related to our current topic. The children should choose at least one activity as well as completing their reading, and spelling practice. Children may produce the home learning in any way they wish and spend as much time on it as they wish. Once the homework is set, we will let you know the date it needs to be handed in.
Please also use Numbots and Times Tables Rock Stars (TTRS) at home to enhance your child’s mathematical knowledge and understanding.
What will you need in Hedgehogs class?
PE Days
Our PE days are Tuesday (outside) and Wednesday (inside) afternoon. Please ensure that your child brings in their PE kit, and has the right clothing, depending on the weather. PE kits should include the following items: shorts, PE t- shirt of their house colour, trainers and jogging bottoms in colder weather. Tape must be provided to cover earrings/your child needs to be able to take them out on their own.
Water and Snack
Children NEED to bring in a water bottle, with a 'sports' top, so they can keep hydrated throughout the day. It should come in every morning with fresh water (sorry, no juice unless medical reasons) to be kept in a tray in the classroom. This way, the children can access their drink without having to leave the room and miss any learning time.
Children can bring in a healthy snack for morning break as they are in Key Stage 2 now so it is not provided.
Key Dates and Information
Please keep an eye on the Class Dojo page and letters coming home in your child's school bag for important messages and key dates.
Please feel free to pop in and see us - we are always available to talk if you have any queries. We are also happy to receive messages via Class Dojo or via email, if you have any issues.
We are looking forward to an exciting year of learning with your children. If you have any queries, please feel free to ask.
Miss North and Mrs Timms