<![CDATA[Loughton School Blog Feed - Year 3 Blog 2025/26]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk%2Fblog%2F%3Fpid%3D47%26amp%3Bnid%3D14 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Sat, 1 Aug 2026 14:39:21 GMT Sat, 1 Aug 2026 14:39:21 GMT <![CDATA[ Science Superstars ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=714 Year 3 enjoyed a Science workshop where they learnt all about light. We talked about refraction and tried on some special refraction glasses that turned everything into rainbows! We explored UV light and investigated which objects glow under UV light. We learnt about how money is tested with UV lights and even checked some money to see if it was real. We finished our sessions by making a UV bracelet that changes colour in the sun and were very excited to go outside to test them!

This afternoon, all together, we had an exciting assembly all about bubbles! We learnt about chemical reactions and how they can create bubbles. Everyone enjoyed being scientists for the day!

]]> Sat, 6 Jun 2026 16:09:49 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=714 <![CDATA[ Digging Into Rocks – Year 3 Science Fun! ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=711 Wed, 3 Jun 2026 16:02:12 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=711 <![CDATA[ VE DAY Commemoration ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=702 On Friday 8 May the year 3 pupils found out about the end of World War II which took place on the 8th May 1945. The children discovered that the Allied Countries including Britain, France and the USA on that day signed the declaration which guaranteed Germany's unconditional surrender.

They listened to extracts of Winston Churchill's speech and saw footage of the huge crowds of people in Trafalgar Square and The Mall who gathered to 

Together to celebrate the end of 6 years of war.  

They also linked it with their knowledge of Kings & Queens when they saw Princess Elizabeth on the balcony of Buckingham Palace before she went to join the crowds of people to join in the celebrations. 

]]> Sun, 10 May 2026 21:38:40 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=702 <![CDATA[ Dragon Projects! ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=688 This half term, Year 3 were challenged with a homework project that asked them to create a dragon. There was a brilliant variety of work on display and it was clear the children had all worked extremely hard. Everyone enjoyed touring around the year group seeing what each other had created. It was particularly fantastic to see some of their ideas from our recent English unit on Dragon fact files brought to life. 

]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:43:43 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=688 <![CDATA[ Wicked writers! ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=685 Year 3 writers really impress....

]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:28:03 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=685 <![CDATA[ Methods of Mass Discovery ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=683 This week, Year 3 enjoyed learning some practical mass maths.

]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:01:16 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=683 <![CDATA[ Tower of London Visits. ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=676 Year 3 visited the Tower of London on Tuesday 3rd & Wednesday 4th March.

]]> Sun, 3 May 2026 16:32:27 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=676 <![CDATA[ Don't look now - they're scone! ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=669 Baking Day in Year 3

]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:00:02 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=669 <![CDATA[ Safer Internet Day 2026 ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=667 Year 3 joined a global celebration to encourage a safer internet.

]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:42:32 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=667 <![CDATA[ Year 3 homework ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=665 Celebrating year 3’s fantastic homework!

]]> Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:56:21 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=665 <![CDATA[ Year 3 History - Henry VIII ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=658 The year 3 pupils have begun learning about Kings and Queens.

]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:46:45 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=658 <![CDATA[ Marvellous Measuring ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=651 In maths this week, Year 3 have started a new unit all about measurement! We started our learning with a lesson practising how to measure accurately. We used a meter stick and tape measure to measure items in our classroom and even ourselves! We've since been comparing the lengths of different objects and deciding whether it is best to measure something in metres(m), centimetres (cm) or millimetres (mm).

]]> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:46:58 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=651 <![CDATA[ World Religion's Day ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=648 Year 3 had a fantastic time taking part in World Religions Day.

]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:37:01 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=648 <![CDATA[ Welcome back! ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=642 Sat, 1 Aug 2026 14:39:21 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=642 <![CDATA[ Plant Investigations ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=630 In theme for the past few weeks, Year 3 have been learning all about plants! We learnt about the parts of a flower and their lifecycles. We investigated seed dispersal, pollinators and plant adaptations.

We completed our unit with an investigation into what plants need to survive. We grew cress with three different quantities of water to see if too much water could stop a plant from growing. They have all loved watching the plants grow!

]]> Sat, 12 Apr 2025 17:05:57 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=630 <![CDATA[ Remembrance Day 2025 ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=619 Year 3 children took part in a number of events to commemorate Armistice Day. 

]]> Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:58:58 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=619 <![CDATA[ Fabulous Felt Bookmarks ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=613 Year 3 have been busy putting their design and technology skills to the test by creating their very own felt bookmarks!

]]> Fri, 11 Jul 2025 09:28:58 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=613 <![CDATA[ Autumn days ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=612 Year 3's impressive homework!

]]> Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:51:24 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=612 <![CDATA[ Trekking for books! ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=607 Year 3 Library visits 2025

]]> Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:29:59 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=607 <![CDATA[ Year 3 Zoolab Visit ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=597 Close Encounters of the Animal Kind.

]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:45:50 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=597 <![CDATA[ Let's Leap ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=591 This week, alongside taking part in our House Cross Country competition, Year 3 enjoyed an action-packed Let’s Leap activity day!

We spent the morning out on the field, taking part in Laser Tag, Archery, Dodgeball, and Zorb Football. This was a wonderful opportunity for Year 3 to work together, interact with one another, and build new friendships. In the afternoon, everyone came together for the highlight of the day – the inflatable obstacle course.

It was a fantastic day filled with energy, teamwork, and laughter – and we only ended up a little bit damp from the rain!

]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 18:50:58 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=591 <![CDATA[ The knee bone's connected to the thigh bone... ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=587 Year 3 Science: Discovering skeletons!

]]> Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:07:19 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=587 <![CDATA[ A new school year ]]> https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=585 A big welcome to the new year 3 at Loughton School! 

]]> Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:10:06 GMT https://www.loughton.milton-keynes.sch.uk/blog/?pid=47&nid=14&storyid=585