Welcome to Year 4
Class teacher: Miss Abbasi
Teaching Assistants:
Miss Tomlinson, Miss Turvey and Miss Wood
Miss Abbassi
Class Teacher
Miss Turvey
Teaching Assistant
Miss Tomlinson
Teaching Assistant
Miss Wood
Teaching Assistant
We have a Big Question in each class. Our Big Question is;
Are we stronger if we are together?
We have a big question in each class. In Year 4 our question is:
Are we stronger if we are together?
Children will demonstrate an awareness of how our country is composed and the different cultures and backgrounds, ideas and belief systems. They will understand the unique elements that they and others around them bring to the building of modern Britain.
Our classroom is a calming and nurturing environment.
We are proud of the learning we do, and our display boards represent this.
Our classroom
In year 4 the children are encourage to work at the tables independently or in groups. They have access throughout the day to the reading corner and the quiet reflection space. We also have the ability to work outside the classroom in the KS2 shared area – which has a large range of reading books and classroom space for group intervention work.
Our PE days are Tuesday and Thursday.
Children need to come to school in their PE kit on these days.
Class prayer
Dear God,
Help us be stronger by coming together.
Please help people to listen to others around the world.
Together we can be united and make the world a wonderful place.
Amen
Maths
Over the course of the year, Year 4 pupils will develop their mathematical understanding through a carefully structured programme that builds fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving skills. Autumn term has a focus on place value, enabling pupils to confidently recognise the value of digits in four-digit numbers and use this knowledge to compare, order, and round numbers effectively.
Within the units of addition and subtraction, we begin to apply a range of written and mental strategies to solve increasingly complex problems.
The study of the four operations is central to the curriculum, with pupils consolidating their understanding of multiplication and division, including formal written methods and the application of times tables up to 12 × 12. These skills are then applied to multi-step problems and investigations requiring logical reasoning.
In our unit on fractions, pupils deepen their understanding of equivalent fractions, the addition and subtraction of fractions with the same denominator, and the relationship between fractions and decimals. The year also includes an exploration of shape, where pupils learn to identify, compare, and classify a variety of 2D and 3D shapes, as well as measure and calculate angles and symmetry.
English
In English lessons in Year 4 we use a key text to allow us to focus on and understand the key grammatical concepts within the curriculum. In the autumn term, Year 4 will be reading the story of Beowulf and Podkin One Ear.
Children are given the chance within a unit of English to understand the text and its features, then learn and practice the grammar within the year 4 curriculum, and then put this into practice with independent writing that is edited and published.
In reading skills lessons children will read a range of texts, focusing on understanding vocabulary and comprehension skills to fully understand different types of text.
We focus on a variety of different genres of book such as Charlie and the chocolate factory, how to be a Viking and Everest.
RE
RE – In RE in Autumn Term 1 our key focus is: “What is it like to follow God?”.
In Autumn 2 we focus on: The trinity and the definition.
Spring 1 – Why do Christians name the day Jesus died as “Good Friday”.
Spring 2 – How do believers show their commitments during the journey of life?
Summer 1 – What does it mean to be a Sikh in Britain today?
Summer 2 – Focus on the impact of immigration and diversity.
We explore Christianity and Sikhism and focus on our school focus of following God and what this means.
History & Geography
Within the Autumn term of History, Year 4 students will journey back in time to explore two of the most fascinating and influential periods in British history – the Anglo- Saxons and the Vikings. Pupils will learn about their daily lives, culture and the conflicts of these ancient peoples, discovering how their legacies shaped modern Britain.
In Geography, the class will focus on the rich history of York, a city dep within Anglo- Saxon and Viking roots. By examining its past and how it evolved through those periods, pupils will gain a deep understanding of the city’s significance during the Middle Ages.
From exploring Viking settlements to understanding the impact of the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, this unit is a thrilling adventure through time!
Music
We listen to a variety of different genres of music and styles within music lessons.
We explore a range of musical skills such as reading sheet music, chords, and composition. We also use Charanga to supplement children’s knowledge and understanding of Key musical terms. music lessons.
We learn to play the ukulele and a teacher from Bradford Music Service comes in on a Tuesday to teach our class how to play different songs and introduce us to a variety of music.
Science
In year 4 Science, pupils have a journey of exciting exploration of the natural world and the science that shapes our daily lives.
Throughout the academic year, Year 4 pupils will engage in a broad and enriching science curriculum designed to deepen their understanding of key scientific concepts and processes.
In our study of habitats, pupils examine how living things are suited to their environments, considering factors such as adaptation, food chains, and the impact of environmental change.
We also focus on diet and digestion, where pupils explore the components of a balanced diet, the functions of various nutrients, and the journey of food through the human digestive system.
Our exploration of states of matter provides opportunities for pupils to investigate the properties of solids, liquids, and gases, as well as the processes of evaporation, condensation, melting, and freezing.
The year concludes with an introduction to electricity, where pupils develop their understanding of electrical circuits, identify common conductors and insulators, and investigate how electricity is used safely and effectively in everyday life.
Through practical investigations, critical thinking, and scientific enquiry, pupils will begin to build a solid foundation in science that will support their continued learning in the years ahead.
Computing
In computing in the Autumn Term the children will be covering two units designed to help them become more confident with digital technology. In the first Autumn half term we will be covering the unit ‘ We are software developers’ in which pupils plan, create, develop and test their own educational game for a target audience. In Autumn 2 the children will cover ‘We are Makers’ unit in which the pupils write and test their own micro:bit project, after analysing and modifying others.
Class Dojo
We use Class Dojo in year 4!
The children will get a Dojo point every time they do something impressive at school. All our parents are connected via the app.
This allows our families to be fully involved in everything that happens in Year 4. The children are proud of their achievements and want to share these with their families via the app.