Welcome to Year 4
Year 4 Key Information
Teacher 4A: Mr Tyrrell
Email: wtyrrell@inspire.victoriousmat.org
Teacher 4B: Miss Smith and Miss Shemeld
Email: jsmith@inspire.victoriousmat.org & sshemeld@inspire.victoriousmat.org
Teaching Assistant for 4A & 4B: Miss Clarke
Keeping in Touch
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Year 4 Long Term Plan
What’s happening in the Autumn term?
In History, our focus will be on the Romans, exploring their fascinating culture and
comparing life in ancient Rome to life in Chester. As part of this topic, we will take an exciting trip to Chester, where pupils will be guided through an interactive showcase led by a Roman soldier before experiencing the thrill of marching as a Roman legion through the city streets.
In Science, our studies will centre on Living Things, with a particular focus on habitats, hibernation, and migration. Pupils will investigate how different animals adapt to their environments and the strategies they use to survive seasonal changes.
Class Books
Autumn 1
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl.
We will join Charlie Bucket as he wins a golden ticket and enters Willy Wonka’s extraordinary chocolate factory. Through this funny and imaginative story, we will explore themes including kindness, honesty, greed and making good choices.
Autumn 2
The Firework Maker’s Daughter by Philip Pullman
Hilarious, lovable and stubborn, the main character, Lila, takes us on a perilous expedition through a treacherous jungle, meeting a variety of obstacles along the way. Aided by a white elephant and a peasant boy, can the aspiring firework-maker’s journey to visit the fire-fiend at Mount Merapi succeed?
What’s happening in the Spring term?
Year 4 will also be exploring the exciting world of Greek mythology through Sonia Elisabetta Corvaglia’s stories of Theseus and the Minotaur and Hercules. We will discover t
he adventures of two famous Greek heroes as they face dangerous challenges, mythical creatures and difficult choices. These stories will help us explore themes such as bravery, courage, determination and friendship.
In Geography, our focus will be on volcanoes and earthquakes, learning how these natural phenomena occur and the impact they have on people and the environment. In History, we travel back in time to study Ancient Greece, discovering its fascinating culture, myths, and influence on the modern world.
Our Science topic this term will be ‘Animals including humans’, where we explore the functions of the human digestive system, followed by learning focused on teeth and their function. We
will also study Sound. We’ll learn how sounds are caused by vibrations, explore how sounds travel through different mediums, and ask why sounds come at different volumes. We’ll also learn about pitch and sound insulation.
In Design and Technology, we complete two creative projects: designing and making simple electrical circuits and preparing delicious
stuffed peppers, learning key cooking skills along the way. Our Music lessons will focus on learning to play the ukulele, developing rhythm, coordination, and performance confidence.
Class Books
Spring 1 and 2
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling
The story follows Harry as he returns to Hogwarts for another exciting year, where mysterious events begin to unfold and students are warned about a hidden danger within the school. With the help of his friends Ron and Hermione, Harry sets out to uncover the truth behind the Chamber of Secrets. Along the way, the children encounter magical creatures, challenging puzzles and unexpected dangers.
What’s happening in the Summer term?
In History, our focus will be on the Anglo-Saxons. We’ll learn about where they came from, where they ended up, and how they lived their lives. We’ll explore some of their epic poe
try, and find out about the famous archaeological discovery at Sutton Hoo. In Geography, we’ll compare the physical and human features of Ashton and Hartshead Pike.
In Science, our focus will be ‘Electricity’, learning how circuits work and how to stay safe around electrical appliances.
Class Books
Summer 1
Robin Hood by Adrian Mitchell
An exciting retelling of the famous English legend. We will follow Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men as they stand up against injustice and help those in need. Through this adventurous story, we will explore themes such as courage, friendship, fairness and standing up for what is right.
Summer 2
Anglo-Saxon Boy by Tony Bradman’s
An exciting historical adventure set in Anglo-Saxon England. We will follow a young boy as he experiences the challenges and dangers of life during this fascinating period of British history. Through the story, we will learn about Anglo-Saxon life, explore themes such as courage, loyalty and family, and develop our understanding of the past.
