Year 4's Class page - Autumn Term 1

Dear Parents and Carers,

Welcome to the start of an exciting Autumn Term! I’m Miss Morgan, and I’m thrilled to be teaching Year 4 at St Paul’s with St Michael’s this year, alongside Miss Glaize, Miss Emma and Miss Sarah. Here’s everything you need to know for the first half of the term:

Curriculum Overview

PSHE
This term, we’re exploring Living in a Wider World, focusing on shared responsibilities — understanding how we each contribute to our community and environment.

PE (Wednesdays - pm)
Our unit is Dance. Please ensure children come prepared in their PE kit: white top, black bottoms, and black trainers. 

ICT
We’ll be working with multimedia books, exploring how to present information creatively using text, images and digital tools.

Geography
We’ll be mapping England, developing spatial awareness and map-reading skills.

DT (Design & Technology).
Children will design and make healthy sandwiches, learning about nutrition and practical food skills.

English / Class Reader
We’ll be reading 'The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane', and writing fictional stories set in imaginary worlds and poetry, inspired by the text.

Science
Our topic is States of Matter — exploring solids, liquids, and gases through hands-on experiments.

RE (Religious Education)
We’ll be focusing on the theme of Peace, exploring its significance within Christianity and broader contexts.

Maths
Lessons will look at composition and calculation, focusing on 1000s and four-digit numbers, ensuring fluency and understanding of place value.

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 on Wednesdays. 

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. I look forward to a wonderful and enriching term ahead with your children!

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.