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Welcome to Year 4!
Welcome to the Year 4 section of the website. Here you can learn about the exciting things we will be learning about this term, as well as find any important information. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask one of the Year 4 team.
Class Teachers:
4T: Miss Tideswell
4S: Miss Sherwin
4B: Miss Bateman
LSAs: Miss Houghton and Miss Gregg
In Year 4, it is important that you read with your child at least 5 times a week and sign their reading record. Children can access their reading books through Reading Plus using their login details. Reading Plus is an adaptive literacy program to improve reading speed, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension for students. We will also provide a book which is at the correct level for their reading if they are unable to access reading plus.
https://student.readingplus.com/seereader/api/sec/login
You can access free online books using the following link:
Magma Maths is a website that makes math learning interactive, enabling students to show work and providing real-time insights into their thinking. Teachers will assign children work based on their current learning. Use your child's login to access the lessons.
Weekly spellings and times tables will be given out on a Monday to be assessed on the following Monday.
At the end of Year 4, all children are assessed on their times table facts. You can find more information here. We expect children to be practising their times table on TTRockstars at least twice a week. Their login details will be glued into their Reading Record. https://play.ttrockstars.com/auth/school/student
4B Wednesday and Thursday
4S Monday and Thursday
4T Wednesday and Thursday
Children are fortunate to currently have dance sessions this term as well as a PE slot.
A gentle reminder that our school P.E. kit is a plain white t-shirt, black shorts and plain black pumps or trainers for outdoor sports, without visible branding. PE kit should be brought in a separate bag for children to change into before their PE lesson.
Water Bottles and snacks
Don't forget to bring a water bottle and healthy snacks to school each day - it is important for children to stay hydrated throughout the day by drinking plain water. Please label bottles and refill them each day.
Children are welcome to bring a healthy snack, such as fruit and vegetables, to school each day for snack time. Milk can be purchased at the start of each half-term (please speak to the school office about this).
Maths
Please note: Children may be taught by a different teacher for maths, in targeted groups, so we can ensure children are receiving learning which is targeted to their individual needs.
Our focus this term will be:
As well as frequent multiplication practice, ready for the Multiplication Check Test at the end of the academic year.
Multiplication Tables Check
The multiplication tables check (MTC) is statutory for all year 4 pupils, and the purpose of the MTC is to determine whether pupils can recall their times tables fluently, which is essential for future success in mathematics. See links below for more information and links to websites for your child to practise.
Parent meetings about MTC are:
3rd March 2026 at 3.30pm in 3Y
English
In English this term, we will be using the Ready Steady Write scheme to help us develop our reading and writing skills. Our first focus text will be 'The Journey' by Francesca Sana, which will inspire us to write a refugee narrative and a diary entry. This engaging text will not only help children build key writing skills but also spark their creativity and imagination.
Science
This term in Science, we will be exploring a range of exciting topics to develop the children’s curiosity and understanding of the world around them. We will be learning about Animals including Humans, where we will conduct engaging enquiries about the human digestive system, teeth and food chains. We will also be investigating how liquids move and behave in different situations. Through practical investigations, children will develop their scientific enquiry skills and deepen their understanding of how science connects to everyday life.
History
How did the achievements of the ancient Maya impact their society and beyond?
We will look at the key aspects of the Maya civilisation, including their achievements in writing, mathematics, architecture, and consider how these influenced daily life and society. Pupils will also develop their understanding of chronology and historical enquiry.
Geography
What are rivers and how are they used?
We will look to explore the key features of rivers, how they shape the land, and where major rivers are located. Children will also investigate how rivers are used by people for water, transport and energy, while developing their map skills and geographic vocabulary. During this unit, children will conduct a case study on a local river.
PSHE
Year 4 follow the Jigsaw curriculum for PSHE. Our focus topics for this term are:
More information can be found on the Jigsaw website at https://www.jigsawpshe.com/primary-pshe-scheme-of-work-including-statutory-relationships-and-health-education/
Religious Education
At our school, we are proud to uphold British values through our Religious Education (RE) curriculum. We create a safe and respectful environment where children learn about a wide range of religions, beliefs, and worldviews. By encouraging curiosity, open-mindedness, and thoughtful discussion, we help pupils develop tolerance, respect, and understanding for those with different faiths and beliefs. Our aim is to prepare children to be kind, responsible, and informed members of our diverse community and the wider world.
Our focus topics for this term are:
