Assistant Principal | Director of Studies rwa@hchnet co uk
Imogen Stone
Assistant Principal | Teaching & Learning ist@hchnet co uk
Paul Pearce
Senior Vice Principal | Operations pgp@hchnet co uk
3 Curriculum Overview
Pupils will be learning about storytelling through art, reading some traditional fairytales to inspire the creation of a mini theatre. Pupils will use a storyboard to develop their characters and settings and create scenery using a combination of collage and drawing techniques.
Term
Autumn 1
What are we studying?
Cave art: studies about prehistoric art forms, observation and drawing skills, learning about the origins of paint pigments and the ancient palette. Learning the story of the discoveries at Lascaux caves to inspire pupils in creating a cave wall on which to paint.
Autumn 2 Quentin Blake / Roald Dahl: Pupils will learn to make art using a reed pen and ink, inspired by children’s book illustrator Quentin Blake and artist Ellsworth Kelly.
Spring 1
Spring 2
Summer 1
Underwater sea creatures: Learning about Jacques Cousteau, making studies of his underwater base and submersibles, looking at the rich diversity of underwater life to make a series of drawings and paintings in various media.
Underwater sea creatures: Inspired by their previous studies, pupils will create a threedimensional sea creature of their choice, learning about papier-mâché and its properties.
Pupils will be learning about storytelling through art, reading some traditional fairytales to inspire the creation of a mini theatre. Pupils will use a storyboard to develop their characters and settings and create scenery using a combination of collage and drawing techniques.
Summer 2 Pupils will create a handmade mini sketchbook for use over the summer.
Découverte du Monde (Discovering the World)
English
The Summer Term in year 3 starts with a lovely unit based around Michael Morpurgo’s sea stories including ‘Dolphin Boy’ and ‘The Sandman and The Turtles’. The children will explore his use of characterisation, plot, dialogue and the use of the past and present tense.
Year 3 then move onto investigate the power of advertising. Children will study a range of adverts and will play with language, create adverts and promote healthy habits. Grammar will include the use of conjunctions to add extra information and the use of expanded noun phrases. Just before half term the children will spend time reading some traditional poems full of descriptive imagery by Robert Louis Stevenson.
After half term Year 3 will then enjoy a unit of work inspired by ‘The Hodgeheg’ by Dick King Smith. A funny story about a family of hedgehogs and one very brave one! The children will explore plot, dialogue and character within the story as well as use of adverbs for time, place and manner. The aim is for all children to write a new animal adventure story.
In the next unit of work the children will read, research and write information texts about amazing world records, both real (Guinness) and funny (Quentin Blake). Grammar includes conjunctions and present perfect form. Year 3 will be inspired to create their own and create blogs to record them. The final unit of work will look at animal poetry to stimulate discussion and analysis. The children will explore a range of poems and will write their own about endangered animals.
How it will be assessed
Assessment will be through daily marking and feedback. Through discussion and questioning. At the end of each unit the children will be writing in the style of the author or poet they have been reading. There will also be informal assessment of writing, reading and SPaG at the end of each term.
S u m m e r c o n t e n t
FLAM
As part of their learning, pupils will develop their reading and writing comprehension skills through the study and creation of poems. They will also explore irregular plural nouns and deepen their understanding of word classes (verbs, adjectives, nouns, and determiners).
Expanding their specific vocabulary and learning to identify the structure of a text will further enhance their literacy skills. Additionally, they will engage with literary texts to improve their reading comprehension, while working on synonyms and grammatical homophones. Writing practice will focus on creating a structured and coherent story, and for recitation, they will study "Écrire à tout venant" by Claude Haller.
Students will be asked to write and present one book review this term on the 20th April.
Autumn 1
Spring 1
Projet de lecture : Les animaux
Les consonnes et les voyellesOrdre alphabétique
Passé - Présent - Futur
Récitation : Jeux de lettres
Autumn 2
Summer 1
Projet de lecture : les portraits
Les verbes en –er au présentL’adjectif
Inventer une description
Récitation : Le Clown
Spring 2
Projet de lecture : Les ogres et les contes
Récitations : L’Ogre et Un arbre Verbes à l’infinitif - Le sujet et le déterminant - Les familles de mots
Nom propre / Nom commun - La ponctuation
Projet de lecture : les contes détournés
Le groupe nominal - Préfixes et suffixes
Conjuguer “être” et “avoir” au présent - Ecrire un résumé
Récitation : L’Aurore en chaperon rose
Compréhension et production écrites : le poème
Le pluriel irrégulier de certains noms
La classe des mots (verbe, adjectif, nom, déterminant)
Comprendre des mots du lexique spécifique
Identifier la structure d’un texte
Summer 2
Compréhension écrite : Textes littéraires
Les synonymes - Les homophones grammaticaux
Écrire une histoire structurée et cohérente
Récitation : Écrire à tout venant
Francophonie Culture
In the Summer term, Year 3 will explore the influence of music and dance, from the lively podorythmie (foot-tapping rhythms) in traditional Québécois folk music to the energetic gigue, a dance similar to Irish step dancing These traditions will be linked to La Fête de la Musique, highlighting how music brings communities together in both France and French-speaking Canada
Year 3 will also discover La Chasse-Galerie, a famous Québécois legend about a flying canoe, introducing students to the rich oral storytelling traditions of French Canada Like Jean de La Fontaine’s fables in France, these tales have been passed down for generations, blending folklore, adventure, and moral lessons By comparing these traditions, students will gain a deeper appreciation of how storytelling connects French and Canadian cultures, showcasing their shared heritage and influences
As we focus on Quebec, we will take a closer look at La Fête Nationale du Québec, also known as la Saint-Jean-Baptiste, which is celebrated on June 24th This holiday is a key moment of cultural pride for the province, featuring traditional music, dance, and performances that reflect the province’s French roots Students will explore the symbols of Quebec, such as the fleur-de-lis and the blue and white flag, and learn about how this celebration reinforces the French-Canadian identity
The term will conclude with a look at le 14 juillet and how French heritage is celebrated in Canada, particularly in Acadian and Québécois communities We will explore how these regions mark their own cultural pride with festivities, music, and traditional cuisine, reflecting on their unique identity within the Francophone world
Physical Education
In the Summer Term of 2026, Year 3 students will primarily engage in outdoor activities during their PE lessons, with a focus on introducing and enhancing their Athletics skills. The aim is to foster enjoyment, participation, and achievement in athletics, culminating in a Sports Day during the final half term.
Students will learn the fundamental techniques of running, jumping, and throwing, along with the basic rules governing each competitive event. They will explore the distinctions between short-distance sprints and longerdistance running, gaining insights into the different skills required for each. Instruction will be provided at both the individual level and within a team context, such as in relay races.
Additionally, the children will participate in cricket, where they will acquire essential skills in bowling, batting, and fielding.
As always, students will be encouraged to take pleasure in sports and maintain an active lifestyle. Emphasis will also be placed on the importance of setting and striving to achieve personal targets related to their performance in terms of timings and distances. A spirit of competition and fair play will be actively promoted.
Netball: passing, shooting, attack vs defence, positions and conditioned games
Games: balance, coordination, agility, stuck in the mud, octopus tag, capture the flag.
Gymnastics: balances, body shapes, travel, jumps and rolls
Hockey: passing, shooting, dribbling, conditioned games. Benchball: throwing, catching, positions and attack vs defence.
Cricket: throwing, catching, batting, bowling and fielding
Athletics: shuttle relay, 60m sprint, 200m sprint, hurdles, long jump, javelin throw and shotput throw.
Performing Arts
This term students in Year 1 – 4 will be preparing for their showcase on the 2nd July inspired by the world of Beatrix Potter
Throughout the year, there will also be numerous recitals and concerts, providing students with platforms to display their musical abilities and talent
At Hampton Court House, we believe that the performing arts are integral to our school community Therefore, students will actively participate in various performances throughout the year These performances form the backbone of our curriculum We are committed to offering inclusive opportunities that allow every student to showcase their talents
To prepare for these performances students will focus on developing spatial awareness, musicality, vocal, physical, and character skills to enhance their performance abilities They will learn stage craft and understand how to engage an audience
Additionally, we place a strong emphasis on collaborative and creative skills, which are essential for every child's growth Our classes incorporate engaging games and activities designed to foster teamwork, improve peer interaction, and develop the ability to follow directions Students are encouraged to contribute creative suggestions through music, movement, and dialogue, ensuring a wellrounded arts education at Hampton Court House
PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic Education)
