Oak Class

Teacher: Mrs C Willsmer

PE days for Spring term: Wednesday and Friday

The Year 4 Classroom

This Spring term, our learning will be divided into two engaging topics. In the first half of the term, our geography focus will be Brazil: Migration. Children will explore the concepts of voluntary and forced migration, using Brazil as a case study, and will consider the reasons people migrate and the impact this can have on individuals and communities. This topic will also support children in developing a wider understanding of global and social issues. In the second half of the term, our history topic will be The Tudors. We will learn about what life was like for ordinary Tudor people, explore Tudor crime and punishment, and develop a deeper understanding of Henry VIII and his six wives.

In English, we will continue to develop both reading and writing skills. Children will be writing a defeating a monster story, inspired by Jumanji and The Wolf in the Walls. Alongside this, we will focus on improving reading comprehension skills and exploring important themes such as friendship, inclusion and empathy through our class novel, The Boy at the Back of the Class.

In maths, children will further develop their understanding of multiplication and division, including multiplying and dividing numbers by 10 and 100. Later in the term, we will move on to short multiplication and begin learning about fractions, including improper fractions and mixed numbers. Regular practice of times tables is essential to support this learning, and children are expected to practise frequently using Times Tables Rock Stars.

In science, learning will be split across the term. During the first half, we will be learning about the digestive system, teeth, and animals, including predators and prey. In the second half of the term, children will explore electricity, learning how to build simple electrical circuits and understand how electricity is used safely in everyday life.

Homework will be set every Friday and should be completed and returned by Wednesday. Homework tasks are designed to reinforce learning from the classroom and may include maths, English, or topic-based activities. Regular completion of homework plays an important role in supporting children’s progress. I will be running a homework club on Tuesday lunchtime for any children who need support or who are finding it tricky to complete tasks at home.

Reading at home remains a key priority. Children are expected to read at least five times a week and record this in their reading diary. Reading diaries are checked weekly on Mondays, and regular reading at home makes a significant difference to confidence and progress across the curriculum.

PE lessons will take place on Wednesdays and Fridays. Please ensure children come to school wearing appropriate PE kit for the weather, including plain blue or black jumpers or hoodies only (no logos or other colours), suitable footwear, and that earrings are removed on PE days.

School Trips

In Year 4, we visit the Tower of London to find out more about Henry VIII in the Spring term. We also visit Chatham Green Wilderness Foundation in the Summer term.

Tower of London Tickets | London Attractions | VisitBritain Shop

Little Waltham Primary School

Oak Class

The Year 4 Classroom

Homework

Spellings to Learn in Year 4

Curriculum Overview Spring Term

Recommended Reads for Year 4

Year 4 Parents Curriculum Meeting

Multiplication Check Information for Parents

School Trips