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Welcome to Year 4!

Welcome to an exciting year of learning, discovery and new experiences in Year 4! We are looking forward to working with the children and helping them grow in confidence, independence and achievement throughout the year.

 

Meet the Year 4 Team

Mrs Hulland - Class Teacher
Mrs Thomas - Teaching Assistant
Mrs Joy - Teaching Assistant

Together, we are committed to creating a happy, supportive and inspiring classroom where every child can thrive.


What We Are Learning This Term

English

This term, our class text is Gorilla by Anthony Browne.

The children will be:

  • Reading and analysing key events from the story.
  • Retelling sections of the text.
  • Exploring characters and themes.
  • Developing inference skills.
  • Writing creatively based on the book.
  • Innovating the story to create their own versions with original characters and events.

We are looking forward to developing our reading and writing skills through this fantastic book.


Maths

We will begin the year by revisiting important Year 3 learning before moving on to new Year 4 objectives.

Our focus will include:

  • Number and Place Value to 10,000
  • Reading, writing and ordering numbers
  • Understanding the value of digits
  • Applying mathematical reasoning skills
  • Revising known multiplication facts
  • Learning new multiplication facts in preparation for the Multiplication Tables Check (MTC)

Regular practice of times tables at home will greatly support children's progress.


Science

Our Science topic is Animals Including Humans.

The children will learn about:

  • The human digestive system
  • Different types of teeth and their functions
  • Food chains and how animals depend on one another
  • Classification of living things
  • Working scientifically through investigations

We are particularly excited about our egg experiment, which will help us investigate the effects different liquids have on teeth!


Reading

Reading is a key part of our week and we will take part in Shared Reading sessions three times each week.

Children will develop:

  • Vocabulary knowledge
  • Retrieval skills
  • Inference and deduction
  • Reading fluency
  • Confidence in discussing texts
  • Teamwork and collaborative learning

We encourage all children to read regularly at home and discuss what they have read with family members.


Topic: London

Our Topic this term combines History and Geography as we explore our amazing capital city, London.

Children will investigate:

  • What makes a city
  • London's population
  • Famous landmarks
  • Location and geographical features
  • Historical significance
  • Important topic vocabulary

Please take a look at our Knowledge Organiser for key information and vocabulary that children will be learning throughout the term.


Art

This term's featured artist is Stephen Wiltshire, known for his incredible cityscape drawings created from memory.

Children will:

  • Learn about Stephen Wiltshire's life and achievements
  • Explore cityscapes and skylines
  • Create silhouette artwork
  • Produce their own skyline designs
  • Experiment with a range of artistic media and techniques

Music

Our Musicians of the Month are Oasis.

Children will learn about the band and their contribution to music while developing listening and appreciation skills.

The whole school will also continue to enjoy weekly singing practice in the hall.


Spanish

In Spanish, we will be learning about:

  • Ourselves
  • School life
  • New vocabulary and phrases
  • Listening and speaking skills
  • Repetition and pronunciation

Children will also create posters and use ICT-based games to make language learning engaging and enjoyable.


Religious Education (RE)

Our focus religion this term is Christianity.

Through discussion and investigation, children will:

  • Explore a key enquiry question
  • Share and respect different viewpoints
  • Work collaboratively
  • Express their ideas through discussion, art and creative activities

PSHE

PSHE lessons will be taught by Mrs Elsmore.

Our unit is Being Me in My World, where children will explore:

  • Feelings and emotions
  • Personal responsibility
  • Democracy
  • Community
  • Respect for themselves and others

Physical Education (PE)

We have two PE sessions each week.

Monday - Swimming

Location: Hyde Leisure Centre

Children will need:

  • Swimming costume/trunks
  • Towel
  • Swimming cap for girls

Wednesday - Sports Session

Led by Mr Rotars and Mr Jaffery

Children will focus on:

  • Team sports
  • Skill development
  • Teamwork
  • Personal development
  • Sportsmanship

Please ensure PE kits are brought to school and clearly labelled.


We Look Forward to a Fantastic Year!

Year 4 is an exciting year packed with learning opportunities, creativity, challenge and fun. We are looking forward to working closely with both children and families to make this a successful and memorable year for everyone.

Mrs Hulland, Mrs Thomas and Mrs Joy 😊

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