15 Feb

Reader of the Week 13.2.23

Congratulations to our very worthy winners of the Reader of the Week certificate.

15 Feb

Coding - Variables

This half term in Year 4, we've been looking at variables within our computing lessons. 

What is a variable? In programming, a variable is a value that can change, depending on conditions or on information passed to the program. 

We've been creating apps where when our character hits an…

13 Feb

Biscuits!

As part ot our Design Technology unit, the children in Year 4 have been evaluating different types of biscuit considering the taste, smell, texture and appearance.

 

13 Feb

Creating Waves

We have created our own 'Sound Wave Machine' to demonstrate how sound travels in waves.  The children explored how the waves change when you tap the jelly baby with different strengths.

 

     

13 Feb

The Romans Learning Logs

Another set of outstanding Learning Logs.

 

This Learning Log focussed on extending our learning of 'The Romans'.  Children have baked biscuits and cheesecakes, moulded silver coins and made 3D shields, swords and even constructed a 3 Colosseum structure.

Great home learning, Year…

13 Feb

Children's Mental Health Week - Year 4

As part of Children's Mental Health Week, children in Year 4 have spent time thinking about the people, places, activities and items that we can connect with.  The children have spent spent time connecting during dance, singing, art, and were encouraged to complete the daily mile with someone they…

8 Feb

Y4 Rock Stars in rehearsals

Children in Year 4 have been practising the speed, fluency and accuracy of their Multiplication and Division Facts.

Who will gain their Rock Stars Status next? 

 

31 Jan

Spot the Difference

Children have been playing 'Spot the Difference'. 

Can you spot any similarities and differences between Roman Chester (Deva) 2000years ago and Chester now?

27 Jan

Roman Chester with Year 4

A super learning day for all the children in Year 4!

The children have become Roman Solider apprentices learning how to march and attack and defend in battle; they have looked at sources and artefacts to look for clues about the past and explored why the Romans invaded Britain and built the…

26 Jan

Planning for Writing

After making predictions and watching a short video clip, the children started mapping out events from a child's perspective.  The children will use these timelines to support diary writing next week. 

25 Jan

Crossing the River

Children in Year 4 have been thinking about what makes an effective team, with a focus on communication, cooperation and responsibility.  The children were challenged to cross the river, without touching the floor, using only a mat and a bench.