Here, we’re excited to showcase the fantastic work and creativity of our amazing class. This space is dedicated to sharing projects, achievements, and memorable moments from our year together. Dive in to explore our learning adventures, and see how we grow and shine every day!
This Year 4 class is taught by Mrs Stevens and is supported by Mrs Anson and the Sunshine Room.
Important Information:
Homework:
Homework is handed out every Friday and books need to be brought back into school by the following Thursday. As part of the homework, children will be given a list of 8-10 spelling words, reading and alternate Maths and English work. We practise our spellings every morning ready to be tested on a Friday morning.
Reading:
Reading comments should be completed in the children’s reading diaries. If the children have read at least five times (3 at home and 2 in school), then this is rewarded with a raffle ticket for our ‘Big Book Draw’ every Friday. The lucky winner to be drawn out of the Year 3 & 4 box will receive a book token for the vending machine. Children should make an independent comment each time they read, stating what they have read and proposing questions to themselves.
PE:
Our PE sessions for the Spring term will be taught every Wednesday by our crossbar instructor and every Thursday we will have swimming lessons. Please come to school in your PE kit on a Wednesday and Thursday (red or white top, black hoodie and black shorts or trousers).
Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check (MTC):
The Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check is an important assessment designed to ensure that students have a strong grasp of their times tables up to 12×12. Mastering these multiplication facts is crucial, as they form the foundation for more complex mathematical concepts encountered in later years. Fluency in times tables not only enhances problem-solving skills but also boosts confidence in handling various math challenges. In order to prepare for this check, it’s essential to practice regularly, helping to improve both speed and accuracy. By dedicating time to this practice, pupils will be better prepared for future math lessons and assessments. Let’s work together to make multiplication fun and engaging, TTRS is a great way to do this!
School Council
Democracy and Our School Council
As part of our learning about the British Value of Democracy, we held our very own School Council elections. The children created campaigns to share their ideas and explain why they would make a good school councillor. We then took part in a real school ballot, casting our votes in the school ballot box and experiencing how democratic elections work.
We are delighted to have Olivia and Jayden representing our class on the School Council this year. We are excited to see the ideas they bring forward and the positive difference they will make on behalf of our class!
Our Year 4 Learning Journey:
Autumn Term 2026 – vicious volcanoes
Art and Design
In this lesson, we explored Paul Cézanne’s still-life paintings, focusing on how he used light, dark and different tones to make objects look realistic and three-dimensional. We looked carefully at apples and thought about where the light source was coming from and how this affected the highlights and shadows. We then drew our own apples, using shading, tone and shadow to show the shape and form of the fruit. We experimented with making areas lighter and darker and added shadows around our apples to make them appear as though they were sitting on a surface.
Science – The Digestive System
In the Autumn half term, we are learning all about the digestive system in Science. We will explore the different parts of the digestive system, including the mouth, oesophagus, stomach and intestines, and discover how food travels through our bodies and is broken down to provide us with the nutrients we need. We will also learn about the functions of our teeth and the importance of looking after our teeth and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
In this lesson, we explored teeth and their different functions. We began by looking at the teeth of different animals and discussing how their shapes and sizes are suited to the food they eat. We then investigated our own teeth and learned about the four different types of teeth: incisors, canines, premolars and molars. The children explored the different shapes of each type of tooth and created models of their own mouths to help them understand where the different teeth are found and how their shapes help us to eat and break down food.
In our next lesson, we explored the structure of our teeth and thought about what can happen to them when they are exposed to bacteria and sugar.
We carried out an investigation using two bowls of warm water and yeast, which acted as a model for the bacteria found in our mouths. We added sugar to one bowl and left the other without sugar. We then observed the changes and compared the two bowls to explore the effect of sugar on teeth.
This practical investigation helped us to understand why limiting sugary foods and drinks and looking after our teeth is important for maintaining healthy teeth. It links to the Year 4 Science National Curriculum: Animals, including Humans, where children learn to identify the different types of teeth and their simple functions, while developing their skills in observing, comparing and carrying out investigations.