We have many exciting activities planned during this first term and we cannot wait to explore and learn about them all with you. 

Take a look below to see what we’ll be diving into during the Autumn term.

English 

In English this term, we will be exploring two books:

'Coming to England' 

and

'Winter's Child' 

During the first half of the term, we will learn how to write a letter. Then, during the second half, we will write a fantasy story based on a fable.

Maths

In Maths this term, we will be focusing on place value, addition and subtraction, and multiplication and divison.

We will also learn through lots of active maths activities using Maths of the Day. We will also be focusing on our times tables this year and practice these daily to ensure we are confident with our multiplication.

Science

In Science, our first topic will be 'Health and Movement' and our second topic will be 'Light and Shadows' 

RE

In RE we will be focusing on: 

• Pentecost – Serving (Energy)
• Reconciliation – Inter-relating (Choices)
• Universal Church – World (Special Places)

History and Geography

We will be focusing on Geography in the first half of the term. Our topic is 'Investigating our Local Area.

We will be focusing on history during the last half term. Class 3 will learn all about pre-history. 

Admin

• Our school day will begin at 8:50 am and end at 3:20 pm
• PE will be every Tuesday afternoon. Children will come into school in their PE kits and will stay in them all day. Please ensure that your child has the appropriate PE kit (information about the correct uniform has been sent by Mr Landrum via Class Dojo/Parent App).
• Asthma inhalers/medication must be handed into the office with the appropriate paperwork and will be administered in class as necessary. You will be informed if your child has used their inhaler during the day.
• Homework will be given on a Friday and returned by the following Thursday. Your child will receive handwriting and a maths activity. 
• Reading books will also be sent home with your child. You must support your child with their reading journey so please ensure that they are reading each night. Reading records should be signed and returned to school with the book once your child has read their book 3 times.
• If you have any questions, queries, or worries, please do contact the office to arrange an appointment with Miss Roberts, we are always here if you need us :)

Useful links:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/levels/zbr9wmn

https://www.topmarks.co.uk/

https://www.mymaths.co.uk/