1. Presentation Evening Year 3

2. Welcome to the presentation evening  Who we are:  Year 3 – Miss Gill  Year 3 – Miss Ali

3. Purpose of the evening is to:  Provide information about the curriculum  Answer any questions

4. Timetable of a typical week  Literacy & Maths take up ½ of each day  Foundation Subjects  PPA – Planning, Preparation and Assessment for teachers  MFL and Sport Coach  Typical timetable

6. Literacy  Literacy hour  Primary Framework for Literacy  Revised Framework is split up into key units  The core learning objectives are available for you take home.  NC Level descriptors/ NC levels what is expected

7. The Sequence from Reading to Writing Shared Reading Immersion and analysis Gathering Content Shared Writing Planning, composing, editing and revising Independent Writing Investigating, practising and applying skills

8. Planning Circles  Gathering ideas and content  Visual literacy, drama, speaking and listening  Short writing opportunities Planning Shared writing Independent and guided writing Creative outcomes Phase 3 Shared reading: decoding understanding text analysis Phase 1 Phase 2

9. Reading   Opportunities for reading vary in Key Stage 2   1:1   Shared Reading   Guided Reading   Reading Records

10. Writing  Typically children should be able to produce a least half a page of writing.

11.  Cursive handwriting – example of neatly formed and joined handwriting

12. Example of spelling homework

13. Example of literacy homework

14. Maths  Numeracy hour  Primary Framework for Numeracy  The core learning objectives are available for you take home  NC levels what is expected 5 -10 mins mental maths/warm up (chanting tables, counting on/backwards, bingo, guess my number, show me)5 -10 mins mental maths/warm up (chanting tables, counting on/backwards, bingo, guess my number, show me) 15 mins to introduce/explain topic, shared activities15 mins to introduce/explain topic, shared activities 5 mins to explain the independent task (textbook / practical work /playing a game)5 mins to explain the independent task (textbook / practical work /playing a game) 20 mins independent task20 mins independent task 10 mins plenary – go over any problems and possible self/peer marking10 mins plenary – go over any problems and possible self/peer marking

15.  Example of numeracy homework

16. Science  Materials and their properties  Magnets and Springs  Teeth and Eating  Rocks and Soils  Helping Plants to Grow  Light and Shadows

17. Foundation subjects Art and Design Technology are alternated every ½ term.  Art Portraying Relationships, Investigating Pattern and Can We Change Places?  D & T Packaging, Sandwiches and Moving Monsters  Geography Weather Around the World, Investigating the Local Area, Map Skills and Environmental Changes  History Invaders and Settlers and The Romans

18. Literacy Given OutHanded InHow long do I have to complete it? Spelling Homework/Words Wednesday 1 Week Literacy HomeworkThursdayFriday1 Evening Maths Given OutHanded InHow long do I have to complete it? Maths HomeworkFridayMonday3 Days (Weekend) (Children may be asked to stay in, unless they have a note from the parent/carer explaining why they were unable to complete the homework)

19. Resources  There are many affordable resources available in shops that can help children with their work at school  Look for the age the book is aimed at (e.g. 7-9 years)

20. What to remember…  P.E. bags should be brought into school on Monday and taken home on Friday A P.E. kit should include: a white t-shirt, blue or black shorts, white socks, black plimsolls and trainers. Track suit top and bottoms can be worn during the cold months (blue/black).A P.E. kit should include: a white t-shirt, blue or black shorts, white socks, black plimsolls and trainers. Track suit top and bottoms can be worn during the cold months (blue/black). Please remember to name each item of the P.E. kit.Please remember to name each item of the P.E. kit. P.E is a legal requirement, therefore a child will only be excused if there is a medical reason, which must be supported by a written note.P.E is a legal requirement, therefore a child will only be excused if there is a medical reason, which must be supported by a written note. Jewellery must be removed when doing PE and long hair must be tied back.Jewellery must be removed when doing PE and long hair must be tied back.

21.  Reading folders should be brought in every day. New ones are available from Kevins School Wear Reading folders should have the reading book and recordReading folders should have the reading book and record Lost books will need to be replaced:Lost books will need to be replaced: Reading book £6.00Reading book £6.00 Library book – hard back £8.00 paper back £5.00Library book – hard back £8.00 paper back £5.00 Reading record 50pReading record 50p

22. School Uniform  Should consist of the following: White shirt or T-shirtWhite shirt or T-shirt Turquoise school jumperTurquoise school jumper Grey/Blue skirt or trousersGrey/Blue skirt or trousers White socks & Black shoesWhite socks & Black shoes  Children can bring in trainers to change into for playtimes.  Please ensure that each item of the uniform is clearly labelled with the child’s name and class.

23. Scholastic Book Club & Fair  Example of book club magazine  Encourage reading  More orders processed = more books the school receives

24. Appointments  Procedure…if you wish to see a teacher, please make an appointment via the office before or after school.

25. Goodbye and thank you for attending this evening!  Please could you ensure that you have signed the register  Pack