JUNIOR SCHOOL: YEAR 3

In Year 3, we actively support our students to build greater independence, deepen their thinking, and extend their learning across all areas of the curriculum.

Students are challenged to think more critically, communicate their ideas clearly, and make meaningful connections to the world around them. Our core curriculum outlined below is further enhanced by specialist classes in Chinese language and culture, performing arts, physical education, science, technologies and visual arts.

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Junior School Key Dates
Classroom Location

The Junior School is comprised of the Eblana building (Building E) and the Don Ingram Building (Building I).

  • Our Year 3 students are located on Level 1 of Building E.
  • The Junior School Admin Office is located on the Ground Floor of Building E.

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Curriculum Overview

For a comprehensive overview of the curriculum offering in Year 3, click on the link below to access the Junior School Curriculum Overview document which is also listed in the Documents & Resources section below.

Junior School Curriculum Overview

Homework Expectations

Homework plays an important part in your child’s education. Establishing sound homework routines in Junior School holds your child in good stead for the future.

Click on the link below to access the Junior School Homework Guidelines which is also linked in the Documents & Resources section below.

Junior School Homework Guidelines

Student Timetable

You can access your child’s timetable through Parent Lounge. Click on the link below to find out how.

Timetable

What to Wear & What to Bring Each Day

The table below outlines the general requirements for each week. Parents will be informed if there are specific uniform requirements for special events or activities as they arise.

Class Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
3A

Core PE uniform

Library Bag

Academic uniform (ties optional)

Art

Academic uniform (ties optional)

Instrumental

Core PE uniform

Swimming Bag

 Core PE uniform

House Top
3B Core PE uniform

Academic uniform (ties optional)

Art

Academic uniform (ties optional)

Instrumental

Library bag

Core PE uniform

Swimming Bag

 Core PE uniform

House Top
Learning Journeys & Experiential Learning

All Year 3 students will attend Shoreham, our fantastic three-hectare beachfront camp on the Mornington Peninsula as part of our Learning Journeys program of experiential learning.

  • Monday 9 – Wednesday 11 November | Year 3A
  • Wednesday 11 – Friday 13 November | Year 3B

This is a wonderful opportunity for students to spend time with their class engaging in a range of activities.

See the Year 3 Shoreham Packing List and Medical Authority Form in the Documents & Resources section below.

Swimming Program

Swimming is a compulsory part of our Junior PE program and runs throughout the year:

  • Year 3 | Thursdays | 8.45am
  • Location: Mentone Aquatic (Lucerne Street)
  • Requirements: Swim bag, bathers, towel, MG cap, water bottle – all clearly labelled

Uniform

Students can choose to wear the Mentone Grammar swim wear, but this is not compulsory and they may wear their own bathers/swim shorts:

  • Bikinis or two-piece suits are NOT permitted
  • Students must wear the MG swim cap
Cocurricular Opportunities

Year 3 students have the opportunity to participate in a range of cocurricular programs including:

  • Music & Singing
  • Aerobics & Snow Sports
  • External competitions in STEM, Writing & Problem Solving

Click on the link below to explore the full suite of opportunities available at each year level and links to further information.

Cocurricular Opportunities

Recess & Lunchtime Clubs

We offer a number of clubs and activities over recess and lunchtime in the Junior School.

Click on the link below to access the schedule of activities for Term 2 which is also list in the Documents & Resources section below.

Year 3 – Recess and Lunchtime Clubs

Year 3 Documents & Resources

School Documents & Resources