Week commencing 12th May 2025
In RE we were exploring the four key beliefs of the Catholic Church, deepening our understanding of what anchors our faith. In our second lesson, we learned about PACT, a Catholic charity that embodies Jesus’ teachings of love and empathy, supporting those in need. It was inspiring to see how this organization lives out the values we hold dear—love one another, never give up, and high aspirations for a kinder world.
Our cricket sessions continued, and we focused on small game scenarios, putting our newly honed skills into action. We showed confidence, encouraging one another to give it a go and be the best we can be! Seeing everyone show resilience and determination while improving their technique was incredible.
Fractions can be tricky, but in Year 4, we take on every challenge with high expectations! We worked on finding fractions of amounts, pushing ourselves to think critically and apply our learning. Through persistence and teamwork, we’re mastering concepts that will shape our mathematical confidence.
Our glockenspiel lessons hit a high note as we practiced and performed a song with enthusiasm. Music is a powerful way to express hope and joy, and it was wonderful to see everyone supporting each other in their performance. With patience and dedication, we proved that small improvements lead to great achievements!
In English, we embraced the art of playwriting, crafting our own play scripts while focusing on adverbs and informal language. Writing is a wonderful way to aspire to be storytellers and have confidence in our ideas. The creativity and effort poured into each piece reflected the value of being the best we can be.
I look forward to our trip on Monday Year 4, enjoy the weekend and the beautiful sunshine!
Week commencing 5th May 2025
This week in Year 4, we have embraced the virtues and values of confidence, high aspirations, resilience, and empathy in all that we do.
Our musical journey continued as we played the glockenspiel, mastering the notes C, D, and E. Each note we played built confidence and resilience as we practiced, corrected mistakes, and celebrated our progress. Music has a wonderful way of teaching us patience and determination, and it has been fantastic to see everyone grow in their skills.
In our RSHE lessons, we explored Speak Out Stay Safe, learning about the importance of voicing concerns and ensuring the safety and well-being of ourselves and others. Empathy played a huge role in our discussions, as we learned how to be supportive, understanding, and kind to those around us.
Our RE lesson took us on a reflective journey to the shore of Lake Tiberius, where we explored the story of Jesus and his encounter with Peter. Through this story, we deepened our understanding of faith, hope, and love—values that remind us that mistakes do not define us but rather teach us how to grow and transform. It was inspiring to see everyone present their understanding of Peter’s journey, showcasing thoughtful interpretations and heartfelt reflections.
PE was full of energy and excitement as we developed our accuracy in cricket, practicing our skills through a mini-game that tested both our focus and teamwork. Resilience was key as we worked on improving our aim and technique, and it was brilliant to see determination shining through in every play.
Geography turned us into River Detectives! We embarked on a classroom journey following the River Thames from its source to its mouth, uncovering the incredible changes that occur along the way. Our curiosity and high aspirations fuelled exciting discoveries as we imagined the flow of water shaping the land and communities it passes.
It has been a truly wonderful week, filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and support one another and be ready to take on new challenges with confidence and enthusiasm.