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Year 3

Children transition to the new routines of KS2 and flourish with opportunities for increased independence and responsibility. Throughout the year they enjoy practical opportunities including trips, visits and performances within a rich and diverse curriculum.  Children enjoy sharing their achievements with parents when invited into school. For information about termly topic plans and homework, please see the links listed below. We look forward to supporting your child as they journey through Year 3.

PE is currently on Friday, covering both swimming and an active session —please ensure your child comes prepared in PE kit and with a named swimming kit.

Meet the Year 2 Team

  • Barn Owls Class is taught by Mrs Drake, with support from Mrs Leach.
  • Snowy Owls Class is taught by Mrs Thring and Mrs Stonyer, supported by Mrs Suckling.

Topic Plans and Homework Plans

Year 3 Latest News

Y3 Trip to Bristol Museum – 3/2/26

On Tuesday, 3rd February 2026, we have arranged a trip to Bristol Museum for our Year 3 classes, leaving after registration and returning before the end of school (traffic permitting).

We will spend a whole day in the Museum learning about life in the Stone Age – which links to our History topic and the properties of rocks and their formation over time – which links to our Science topic.

Please ensure your child brings in a packed lunch, snack, and drink in a named rucksack (no cans or glass bottles). If necessary, please also cancel your child’s hot meal on ‘Payments’. Children will need to wear their normal school uniform and for security reasons, children MUST be wearing a St Francis jumper, cardigan or fleece at all times. Any medication your child has in school will be taken with us.

The voluntary contribution towards the cost of this trip will be £14.50 per child. Please contact the school office if you have any issues regarding payment, which will be dealt with confidentially. Please also see our school website for details of our charging policy. If your child is registered as Pupil Premium, the cost of the trip is covered, but please still give consent via ‘payments’ and if needed, speak to your class teacher regarding school providing a packed lunch. Please be aware that the trip will have to be cancelled if we do not receive enough contributions.
Payment has already been set up so please give consent and make final payment via Payments on PA Connect by 20th January 2026.
And finally, if you are able to volunteer to support us for the day, your help will be gratefully received. If you have had a DBS check with St Francis in the past, and are able to help, please speak to your class teacher.

Y3 Trip to Roman Baths – 20th November 2025

On Thursday, 20th November 2025, we have arranged a trip to the Roman Baths, in Bath for our Year 3 classes, leaving after registration and returning before the end of school (traffic permitting).

We will spend a whole day at the ‘Baths’ learning about life in Roman times.

Please ensure your child brings in a packed lunch, snack, and drink in a named rucksack (no cans or glass bottles).  If necessary, please also cancel your child’s hot meal on ‘Payments’.  Children will need to wear their normal school uniform and for security reasons, children MUST be wearing a St Francis jumper, cardigan or fleece at all times.  Any medication your child has in school will be taken with us.

The voluntary contribution towards the cost of this trip will be £21 per child.  Please contact the school office if you have any issues regarding payment, which will be dealt with confidentially.  Please also see school website for details of our charging policy.  If your child is registered as Pupil Premium, the cost of the trip is covered, but please still give consent via ‘payments’ and if needed, speak to your class teacher regarding school providing a packed lunch.  Please be aware that the trip will have to be cancelled if we do not receive enough contributions.

Payment has already been set up but please give consent and make final payment via Payments on PA Connect by 6th November 2025.

And finally, if you are able to volunteer to support us for the day, your help will be gratefully received.  If you have had a DBS check with St Francis in the past, and are able to help, please speak to your class teacher.

Please click on the link below to read more about our phonics scheme - Little Wandl. The website will provide you with a wealth of knowledge and resources to help support your children at home.