This half term in science, we have been looking at States of Matter. This week we have been focusing on water in it's solid form .... ice. During our lesson, we tried to build an ice skyscraper before the ice melted and went back into it's liquid state. In English, we started looking at a new Greek Myth, Perseus and Medusa, and writing a speech between the two characters. Would you dare to look into Medusa's eyes? In maths, we have been continuing to practice addition and subtraction using the column method with multiple exchanges. And finally, in history we have been continuing to look at Ancient Greece, this week focusing on philosophers and how we still use many of their ideas today.

Year 4 have made an excellent start to the new year and have begun to immerse themselves in the world of Ancient Greece and its myths. The children have been retelling the story of Persephone who was taken to the underworld by Hades. Because she ate 6 pomegranate seeds, she had to remain there for 6 months of every year which made her poor mother Demeter very sad which in turn caused the trees to lose their leaves. Autumn and Winter explained for the Ancient Greeks!

Year 4 have been on a symphony of adventures this fortnight, venturing across London on a series of thrilling enrichment opportunities that truly struck a chord!

First was a visit to the Philharmonic Orchestra  a real treat for the senses! From the majestic sounds that filled the grand concert hall to the rhythm-filled choreography we learnt (and nailed!), it was a performance that had us all stringing along with excitement. For many, it was their first time experiencing such a spectacular concert, and it was nothing short of note-worthy.

As always, Year 4 were pitch perfect in their behaviour, showing maturity and enthusiasm that allowed them to get the most out of this fabulous opportunity. 

Throughout the week, Year 4 have been putting on a 'play in a day' at Putney Arts Theatre. It really was lights, camera, action! The children loved the chance to be creative and had a lot of fun being directors, actors, lighting specialists and physical theatre experts. 

We look ahead to the next trip and enrichment adventure at Hampton Court Palace! 

Welcome Back!
We hope you had a fantastic May half-term break and are feeling refreshed and ready for an action-packed Summer 2 term. it's going to be a brilliant one!

We’ve launched straight into our new core text, There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom. Bradley Chalkers, the main character, is proving to be a fascinating and unpredictable figure. We’ve already been shocked, intrigued, and moved by his journey. The children are completely hooked, eagerly reading on to discover the meaning behind the book’s eye-catching title. 

In maths, we’ve turned our focus to time. The children were timed completing a range of challenges around the school, you’d be amazed how long it takes to tie a shoelace! Their predictions were bold, their energy unstoppable, but their accuracy a little off!

This week has also been packed with enrichment opportunities. We completed our 'Bee' assembly, welcomed a fantastic guest who led a captivating Bible workshop, and continued to make joyful noise in our clarinet lessons. 

So buckle up, Year 4 is heading into another two weeks of fun and learning.  Watch this space!

Over the last two weeks, Year 4 have been busily learning all about how to be a designer as part of our new art topic. The unit will follow the journey a designer goes on before ending with the children designing their own piece of clothing. They will take inspiration from the jungle by studying the colours and animal patterns.  

In English, we have started our new poetry topic, which includes studying different styles of poetry, including rap! The children will be learning all about different poetry styles and writing their own poems based on events at Juniper Hall in the style of Michael Rosen's 'Don't' poem. 

In science, we are learning about animal habitats and can't wait for this learning to be complimented and enriched on our two night residential at Juniper Hall. 

Alongside all of this, we have been practising decimals in maths, talking about human rights in PSHE, learning how to use a key and compass in geography and looked at where the Bible came from in RE.