Year 4
Year 4 News
Summer 1
Welcome to Summer! It’s a busy and exciting half-term as the days get longer and the children continue to build their independence. This term, our curriculum is packed with opportunities for the children to dive deeper into their subjects, from exploring the grouping of Living Things to learning about regions of the UK.
Below you will find information about the curriculum for this term, as well as key guidance to support your child’s learning at home.
English
This half-term, Year 4 will be traveling through the pages of African Tales, using its vibrant folklore to inspire a wide range of writing. From stepping into a character’s shoes for emotive diary entries to reporting on key events in formal newspaper reports, the children will explore a variety of voices and perspectives. We’ll also be sharpening our persuasive writing skills before the children weave their own creative stories, drawing on the rich traditions and descriptive vocabulary found throughout the book.
In Guided Reading, we will be reading 'The Girl who stole an Elephant' a story set in Sri Lanka and we be helping children to develop their comprehension skills, infer meaning from the text, and foster a lifelong love of reading.
Home Support
Reading:
Please encourage your child to read aloud and share their books with you for at least 10 minutes each day. Remember to sign their reading record and ensure their reading journal is completed weekly.
Spellings:
Children should practice their spellings daily using the READ, COVER, WRITE, CHECK method. Encourage them to learn the meaning of new words, as this helps to build vocabulary and deepen understanding.
Maths
This term in Maths, Year 4 pupils will be developing their skills in time, decimals, money and measurement.
They will build their understanding of decimal numbers and learn how to apply this knowledge in real-life contexts, including working with money, mass, volume and distance. Pupils will also develop their calculation skills and confidence when solving practical problems involving these areas.
Throughout the topic, we will encourage children to explain their reasoning, make connections between different areas of maths, and apply their learning to everyday situations.
Science
In Science this term, Year 4 pupils will be learning about the Living Things.
The children will explore the variety of plants and animals in the world and begin to understand how scientists sort them based on their characteristics.
During this topic, pupils will:
- Learn what makes something a living thing.
- Group animals based on shared features, such as mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians.
- Explore how plants can also be grouped in different ways.
- Use classification keys to help identify and sort living things.
- Understand how environments can affect where living things are found.
We will encourage children to observe closely, ask questions and think like scientists as they investigate the natural world around them.
Geography (Topic)
Our History focus this term asks the question: What are the Regions of the UK?
Year 4 pupils will be exploring the regions of the United Kingdom as part of their geography learning. The children will develop their understanding of the four countries that make up the UK—England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland—and learn about their key features.
Throughout the topic, pupils will:
- Locate the UK on a world map and identify its surrounding seas.
- Explore the different regions within each country.
- Learn about capital cities and significant landmarks.
- Compare physical features such as mountains, rivers and coastlines.
- Discover aspects of culture, including traditions and local identity.
We will be encouraging children to develop their map-reading skills, use geographical vocabulary confidently, and make connections between different parts of the UK.
Computing
In Computing this term, Year 4 pupils will be understanding how websites are formed by using HTML. They will begin to explore how web pages are created and how content is structured behind the scenes.
During this topic, pupils will:
- Learn what HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is and how it is used to create web pages.
- Understand how texts are added to a website and edited.
- Explore simple HTML tags and how they control the layout and appearance of a page.
- Create their own basic web pages using simple code.
- Develop problem-solving skills by testing and improving their work.
We will encourage children to be creative and curious as they design their own web pages, while also learning the importance of staying safe and responsible online.
Islamic Studies and Arabic
Children will continue revising surahs and duas from the Qur’an and learning Arabic with our specialist teachers. This will support their spiritual growth and deepen their understanding of language and faith.
Homework
Homework is set weekly on Google Classroom and IXL. It is designed to reinforce learning from lessons and provide valuable practice. Please establish a consistent routine at home and encourage your child to complete tasks to the best of their ability.
School Uniform & PE Kit
Please ensure that all items of clothing are clearly labelled with your child’s name. Year 4 PE sessions will take place on Tuesdays. On these days, children should come to school wearing their PE kit.
Teachers
This term English will be taught by Ust. Sayed, Maths will be taught by Ust. Bas, with Ust. Cassim teaching the foundation subjects.
Ustadah Mughal
Ustadha Mughal is a valued learning support assistant who will be working with Year 4 this year, inshallah. We are pleased to have her supporting the class
Ustadah Begum
Ust Begum is an experienced TA and she will be working closely with our students this year as well as helping others in the classroom with their maths and foundation subjects.
