Year 4's Class page - Autumn Term 2

Dear Parents and Carers,

Welcome back to the second half of our Autumn Term! I’m Miss Morgan, and I’m delighted to continue teaching Year 4 at St Paul’s with St Michael’s, alongside Miss Glaize, Miss Emma and Miss Sarah. We have another exciting half-term of learning ahead, filled with creativity, exploration and discovery.

Curriculum Overview

PSHE - Mental Wellbeing (Ourselves)
This half term, we will focus on understanding ourselves, exploring how to recognise and express emotions and learn how to develop positive strategies for maintaining good mental wellbeing 

PE (Wednesdays and Thursdays)

We will be working on developing co-ordination and teamwork through games and movement skills.

Wednesday - please ensure your child brings their PE kit to school.

Thursday - children should come to school in their PE kit with their school uniform in their bag.
The PE kit remains the same, white top, black bottoms, and black trainers. 

ICT - Computing Science 
We will be looking at how computers communicate and process information, exploring coding and programming alongside algorithms.

DT (Design & Technology - Roman Purses).
Children will design and create their own Roman purses.  They will learn sewing techniques, look at the qualities of different materials and design for purpose.

English / Class Reader
Our writing this term will focus on newspapers and persuasive writing.  We will analyse examples, learn about key features of newspapers and persuasive writing and create our own pieces of writing inspired by world events.

Science - Investigative Science
We will continue to sharpen our skills as young scientists by planning and investigating, making predictions, recording results and drawing scientific conclusions.  All of these new skills will continue to build children's confidence in scientific enquiry.

RE (Religious Education - Beatitudes and Christmas)
We will explore the teachings of Jesus in the Beatitudes and reflect on how Christians understand peace, especially at Christmas.

Maths - Connecting multiplication and division and the distributive law
This half-term we will deepen our understanding of the relationship between multiplication and division and explore strategies and patters through practical and written methods.

Homework Routine

• Homework is set each Friday, via Google Classroom and is due in on the following Wednesday.
• Encourage your child to submit their work on time to support steady progress and facilitate feedback.

Uniform and PE Kit Reminders

Uniform Expectations

• Standard grey trousers, skirts, shorts, or a red & white summer dress
• Red or white polo shirt
• Red school jumper, cardigan, or fleece
• Black shoes
• Simple earrings (small sleepers or studs); nails should be clear and natural. Hair should be neat and natural in colour. 
• Note: Only children in Nursery/Reception wear grey tracksuit bottoms for toileting support — this is not applicable to Year 4. 

PE Kit

• White top, black bottoms, and black trainers are required for PE 

Please support your child in bringing the correct uniform and kit. Labelling items helps prevent mix-ups!

Communication & Support

• Google Classroom is our main platform for homework and announcements; please ensure your child has access. The school website offers guidance if needed. 
• For any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me via the school office or arrange a brief meeting.

Thank you for your support. We are looking forward to a wonderful second half-term together as we move towards Christmas!

With kind regards,
Miss Morgan and The Year 4 Teaching Team

If you would like more information about the curriculum SPSM follows, please ask your child's class teacher.  Thank you.