Year 3 News
Getting to know you
Year 3 has begun with a wonderful sense of enthusiasm and curiosity. Students have been busy settling into their new classroom, getting to know their teacher and peers, and building positive connections with one another. They have been revisiting important school routines and expectations, exploring different learning spaces, and participating in activities that encourage teamwork and confidence. This time has helped create a safe and supportive learning environment, setting a strong foundation for a happy and successful year of learning in Year 3.
“ I have liked finding my partner when we play games” - Alyssa 3B
“ I liked sharing what music I like with my new class” - Harry 3B
“I liked creating the all about 3A poster” - Amira 3A
“When I learn about others, I can make more friends” - Georgia 3A
School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support - Our Matrix
In the first week of school, Year 3 students have been learning about our three school values: Resilience, Responsibility and Kindness. Students discussed what each value means and explored how they can demonstrate these values in the classroom and around the school. They have been showing kindness through respectful language and helping others, responsibility by caring for their belongings and learning spaces, and resilience by trying their best and persisting with challenges. These positive behaviours are helping to create a supportive, calm, and inclusive learning environment for all Year 3 students.
“ Kindness is when you help a friend” - Haydar 3B
“ Resilience is when you never give up and you try your best!” - Ivaan 3B
“ Responsibility is when you look after the resources in the room” - Jamari 3B
“The school values should be followed at all times” - Amy 3A
“Be kind to others so you can make friends” - Ahri 3A
Building a class team
The Year 3 cohort began the year by focusing on building positive relationships and learning what it means to be a supportive class team. Students took part in a range of engaging activities that encouraged cooperation and communication, including team challenges and getting-to-know-you games. Through these experiences, students practised taking turns, listening respectfully to others, and offering encouragement to their classmates.
“ I liked building the line of dominos because we used teamwork” - Mya 3B
“ Ours fell over before we could push it” - Carissa 3B
School Wide Positive Behaviour Support - Where can we play?
The Year 3 cohort has been focusing on understanding where and how to play safely around the school. Students explored the different play spaces and discussed the purpose of each area, identifying which activities are suitable in different locations. Through class conversations and guided activities, students learned how making safe and responsible choices during recess and lunchtime helps keep everyone safe and included.
“ We can’t play in the foundation area” - Charlotte 3B
“ We can play football on the oval” - Nawaab 3B
“ We need to walk on the paths in the slow zones” - Hudson 3B
“If we don't have a hat we can play at lunch club and canteen area” - Hugo 3A
Start of year announcements
Welcome to Year 3, below are some important dates for this term.
- Tuesday, February 17th - Meet the Teacher Afternoon
- Wednesday, March 11th - NAPLAN Begins
- Friday, March 13th - Athletics Day
- Monday, March 9th - Labour Day (Public Holiday)
Hats: Please ensure that your child has a sunsmart hat to wear at school. Students have been learning about the importance of being sun smart and protecting our skin. All students need to have a hat during term 1 and term 4. Please also send your child to school with a drink bottle as the weather has been quite warm.
Home Reading: Home Reading will commence in Year 3 on Monday, the 9th of February.
We encourage students to read each night and record this in their Student Diary. Diaries will be checked weekly by the teacher.