Class 3 End of Year Update: A Year of Growth, Grit, and Great Adventures!
As the school year draws to a close, we couldn’t be prouder of Class 3 and the incredible journey they’ve been on. From the classroom to the football pitch, from rowing down the Mersey to scaling rock-climbing walls, this year has been packed with challenge, achievement, and unforgettable experiences. Let’s look back at some of the highlights from this action-packed year.
Academic Adventures: Learning That Made Waves
In the classroom, Class 3 have tackled some big learning goals with energy and determination:
- In Maths, they’ve cracked fractions, plotted graphs, and solved equations—laying strong foundations for their future studies.
- In English, they’ve explored spooky Gothic fiction, dived into Shakespeare’s Macbeth, and improved their creative writing and comprehension.
- In Science, they investigated light, sound, and water waves, explored plant and animal reproduction, and asked big questions about the world around them.
- In Art, they unleashed their creativity with Pop Art inspired by Andy Warhol and explored the textures and forms of furniture design.
- In DT, they built mechanical toys using cams, followers, and linkages, showing how gears and levers can change direction and movement.
- In Humanities, they delved into crime and consequences, making links to modern-day issues and their impact on inner-city communities.
- In Computing, they navigated the digital world with confidence, covering online safety and cybersecurity, explored pre-production planning in the media industry, and built their own 3D creations in SketchUp, designing everything from furniture to futuristic buildings.
Preparing for the Future: GCSE Choices and New Horizons
One of the biggest milestones this year was preparing for the transition to Key Stage 4. The boys have spent time carefully selecting their GCSE options, showing maturity and thoughtfulness about their futures. This marks the start of an exciting new chapter as they step confidently into Year 10.
Beyond the Classroom: Sport, Adventure, and Real-World Learning
Class 3 haven’t just been busy in lessons – they’ve been representing the school and making memories along the way:
- Football Glory: The boys proudly represented Clifford Holroyde in local football tournaments, showing teamwork, skill, and sportsmanship every step of the way.
- Rowing and Swimming: Whether rowing on the River Mersey or making a splash in the swimming pool, Class 3 has risen to every physical challenge.
- Rock Climbing: Reaching new heights, our boys showed grit and determination as they tackled rock climbing walls with courage and teamwork.
- Knife Crime Play: A powerful moment this year was attending a play about knife crime. This thought-provoking experience encouraged deep discussions about making safe choices and supporting our communities.
Rewarding Hard Work: Well-Earned Fun
After all their hard work, the boys enjoyed some well-deserved reward trips, including bowling, Laser Quest, and the occasional celebratory McDonald’s and pizza party. These fun-filled outings gave everyone the chance to unwind, laugh, and celebrate their achievements together.
Looking Ahead
As Class 3 gets ready to move into Year 10, we are excited to see how they continue to grow both in and out of the classroom. With GCSE courses ahead and new challenges to conquer, we know they’ll take everything they’ve learned this year and use it to achieve even greater things.
Wishing You a Wonderful Summer!
Thank you to all the parents, carers, and staff who have supported Class 3 on this journey. Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and relaxing summer holiday. We can’t wait to see what the next chapter holds!
Best wishes,
Mr Taylor, Mr S. Collier & Miss A. Wilkinson
New Year Update: Making Waves and Building Momentum!
Happy New Year to all! Class 3 has returned from their festive break with renewed energy and excitement, diving straight into an action-packed term filled with thrilling subjects and extracurricular fun. Here’s a peek at what they’ve been up to so far:
Extra-Curricular Adventures: Splashing, Kicking, and Scoring Big!
Class 3 has been making waves—literally and figuratively—with their extracurricular activities. From swimming lessons that keep them afloat to rowing sessions on the River Mersey, teamwork and resilience have been the name of the game. Football has also been in full swing, with the boys kicking their way toward stronger skills and great camaraderie.
Rewarding Hard Work: Bowling, Laser Beams, and Burgers!
Class 3 has been celebrating their achievements with some well-deserved reward trips! Highlights include strikes at the bowling alley, high-energy laser battles at Laser Quest, and a delicious pit stop at McDonald’s to refuel after all the fun.
Maths: Fraction Frenzy
In Maths, the boys have been slicing their way through the world of fractions! From adding and subtracting to multiplying and dividing, they’ve been sharpening their problem-solving skills and making sure their numerators and denominators add up to success.
English: Witches, Daggers, and Tragedy with Macbeth
Double, double, toil and trouble—Class 3 has been diving into the dark and dramatic world of Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Exploring themes of ambition, power, and fate, they’ve been honing their analysis and creativity, with some amazing discussions and writing inspired by the tragic tale.
Design and Technology: Marvelous Mechanical Toys
In DT, our budding engineers have been hard at work designing mechanical toys, learning about cams, followers, linkages, and levers. They’ve explored how these mechanisms can change directions of motion in fascinating ways, gearing up for some incredible hands-on creations!
Art: Popping Into the World of Pop Art
Class 3’s young artists have been drawing inspiration from the bold and colourful world of Pop Art. Exploring the iconic works of Andy Warhol, they’ve been channelling their creativity into vibrant pieces that celebrate this unique art movement.
Science: Making Waves with Light, Sound, and Water
In Science, the boys have been riding the waves—literally! They’ve been describing and exploring the fascinating properties of light waves, sound waves, and water waves. From understanding wave motion to discovering how waves travel through different mediums, they’ve been shining bright in the lab!
With such a fantastic start to the year, Class 3 is set to continue making strides in all areas. We’re excited to see what they achieve next and look forward to updating you on their incredible progress!
Here’s to an amazing term ahead!
Class 3 has made a smashing start to the year, tackling every subject with enthusiasm! Here’s a quick look at their wonderful achievements:
Art: Cushion-ing Creativity with Furniture Design
In Art, our budding designers have been truly seat-ed in creativity! Crafting furniture concepts, they’re learning to stand on their own legs in interior design, all while showing that their creativity knows no bounds.
Maths: Graphing a Bright Future with Straight Lines and Equations
Maths has been all about staying on track with straight-line graphs and equations. Students are plotting their way through algebra and making sure their understanding of linear relationships stays positive.
English: Getting to the Dark Side of Gothic Horror
Our English class has been spellbound by the chilling world of Darkside. The spooky themes have sparked some bone-chilling discussions, keeping students fully engaged and inspiring a hauntingly good dose of creative writing.
Outdoor Activities: Rowing in the Right Direction with Team Sports
Class 3 has been making a splash with outdoor activities, including rowing on the River Mersey, swimming, and kicking it at football. These sessions have kept everyone afloat while building shore-solid teamwork!
Reward Trips: Flipping for Fun
Reward trips have been a ball, with FlipOut, bowling, and Laser Quest all providing pin-teresting ways to celebrate hard work. It’s been a striking good time all around!
Food Tech: Serving Up a Feast for the Senses
Our culinary explorers have been cooking up dishes from around the world, taking their taste buds on a whirlwind tour of flavors. This Food Tech term has been a real treat and a true feast for the senses!
Design and Technology: Nailing It in Woodwork
Class 3 has been hammering out some impressive creations in DT. From measuring and sawing to building their own projects, they’re really carving a name for themselves in the world of woodwork!
Science: Rooted in Reproduction
Science this term has been budding with potential as students learn about the reproduction of animal and plant cells. They’re growing their understanding of the life cycle and planting the seeds of knowledge.
Humanities: Crime and Consequences
In Humanities, students are unearthing the causes of inner-city crime, gaining insights that are a cut above as they explore the challenges facing communities and think about solutions to make cities safer.
Whole Form Reading Update: Biting into Darren Shan’s World
Class 3 has been sinking their teeth into Darren Shan’s story beyond Cirque Du Freak, following his twisted journey.
With such a spook-tacular start, Class 3 is set for an a-maize-ing rest of the year. We can’t wait to see where their journey takes them next!
