Willow
Maths
In Maths, we will begin the year by strengthening and building upon their understanding of place value, ensuring they are confident when reading, writing, and comparing numbers up to 1,000 (Year 3) and 10,000 (Year 4). We will then move on to applying this knowledge to addition and subtraction, using formal written methods as well as mental strategies.
Later in the term, Year 3 will explore measurement, including length, perimeter, and area, linking this to real-world contexts where possible. While in Year 4, we will begin exploring Area. They will also develop their problem-solving and reasoning skills through engaging and challenging tasks.
English - Ice Trap
Our focus text will be - Ice Trap! - Meredith Hooper
In English, our class text will be Ice Trap by Meredith Hooper, which tells the remarkable true story of Ernest Shackleton’s expedition to the Antarctic. Through this book, the children will develop their reading comprehension skills and be inspired to create a variety of written pieces. These will include diary entries, biographical writing, and descriptive narratives, helping them to practise key skills such as planning, drafting, editing, and using ambitious vocabulary.
Geography – Antarctica
Our geography focus will take us on an exciting journey to Antarctica. The children will learn about the unique physical features of this frozen continent, including its climate, wildlife, and the challenges faced by humans living and working there. They will investigate which animals, such as penguins and seals, are able to survive in such extreme conditions and explore how scientists adapt to this harsh environment.
DT - Electrical systems - Torches
In DT, the children will become inventors as they design, create, and evaluate their own working torches. They will learn about circuits and components, using this knowledge to design a product with a clear purpose. This hands-on project will encourage problem-solving and creativity while developing their technical skills.
Science - States of Matter
Our science topic this term is States of Matter. The children will investigate the differences between solids, liquids, and gases through a range of engaging, practical experiments. They will explore processes such as melting, evaporation, freezing, and condensation, and consider how temperature affects these changes.
Reading
As a class, we really enjoy reading, and we read for at least 20 minutes a day. The reading record will be checked every day and this will contribute to your child achieving their Bronze, Silver and Gold Certificates for 10 days of reading.
Forest School
Our class will participate on a Wednesday afternoon with Mrs Crosby. Please ensure that your child has their boots and kit every week. Please speak to us if you need guidance on what is required.
PE
Friday afternoon and will be with our specialist sports instructors who will use their extensive coaching knowledge to support a variety of different sports.
Homework
The class teacher will inform the parents of the homework via Seesaw
Spellings will be set via Spelling Frame. Children have one week to complete the test on the given words.
French homework is via Languagenut and each child is required to complete a test on a given topic within a week.
Our weekly timetable
