Year 4
Maths and Writing information for Year 4 parents.
Multiplication Check
Please find attached the power point slides used from the parents information meeting. For any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to email or speak to a member of staff in school.
Multiplication Check MeetingMTC-meeting.pdf
Information_for_parents_multiplication_tables_check.pdf
Links to online resources.
URBrainy - URBrainy
Top Marks (Hit the button) - Hit the button
Times Table Rockstars - TT rockstars
Please let me know if you would like any paper resources to support your child with their times tables
Spring Term KIRFS
This half term we will focus on the 9 and 11 times tables. In Spring 2nd half we will explore decimals.
Autumn Term KIRFS
This half term we will be developing rapid recall of number bonds to 100. In Autumn 2nd Half we will focus on learning the six times table and related division facts.
Welcome to Year 4
Spring Term 2026
Beginning of year meeting Please find attached the beginning of year meeting slides.Welcome-to-Year-4-2025.pdf
Spring Term 1st Half
Welcome back Year 4! We hope you had a lovely half term break and ready for lots of new learning. We have lots of exciting learning planned for the next half term and can't wait to get started.
What we are learning
Maths
This half term in maths we are learning about division, fractions and time
We will begin this half term by continuing our learning on division. As part of this unit, we will explore both mental and written methods for division. We will divide 2-digit and 3-digit numbers by 1-digit numbers using a range of methods. We will also explore what happens when we multiply and divide by 10 and 100. As part of our learning, we will use our knowledge of multiplication and division to solve problems.
During our units on fractions, we will begin by exploring what fraction are and finding fractions of quantities. We will explore equivalent fractions and use this understanding to help us order and compare fractions. We will recognise and use improper fractions and mixed numbers. We will also add and subtract fractions with different denominators. We will also begin to solve problems involving fractions.
As part of our unit on time. we will use the 12 hour and 24 hour clocks. We will read the time using both digital and analogue clocks and solve a range of time problems.
Times Table Challenge
Each week children take part in a times table challenge where they have 3 minutes to answer questions based on their times table and related division facts. It is important to build times table fluency as speedy recall will enable them to progress.
Ultimate-times-table-challenge.pdf
It would be greatly appreciated if times tables can be practised at home also - such as using times table rockstars. This will help the children for their Multiplication Test in May/June 2026.
English
This half term our writing will be based on the story Escape from Pompeii by Christina Balit. As part of this unit, we will find out about volcanoes and the events that happened at Pompeii. We will use the story to help us write information texts. We will focus on using correct sentence punctuation, fronted adverbials, expanded noun phrases and using a range of conjunctions. We will explore apostrophes and using the correct verb forms. We will use a range of organisational features to write information texts. At the end of the unit the children will be writing a non-chronological report about Volcanoes.
Reading
This half term in reading we will be reading the information text 'Volcanoes'. We will be exploring the meaning of words and clarifying vocabulary in the text. We will be answering retrieval questions about the text. We will ask and answer our own questions about the text. We will explore the features of non-fiction writing including contents, index and sub-headings.
Science
Our Science unit this half term is human impact on the environment. During this unit, we will be exploring the different ways that humans can have an impact on the environment. The children will find out about deforestation, plastic pollution and the importance of recycling. We will complete a range of scientific experiments where we will look at the importance of making careful observations.
History
Our History unit this half term is Vikings and the Viking struggle for the kingdoms of England. We will explore where the Vikings came from and the reasons why the Vikings invaded Britain. We will find out about key Viking invasions and the importance of Alfred the Great.
RE
In RE this half term we are exploring 'How ancient stories influence modern celebrations.' We will explore a range of ancient stories from the Christian, Hindu Dharma, Judaism religions and Paganism. We will find out about the influence ancient symbols have on modern celebrations.
PSHE
In PSHE we will be exploring internet safety. We will explore online friends and online strangers. We will discuss digital media and fake news.
PE
This half term in PE we will be exploring dance and dodgeball. Our dodgeball sessions will focus on skills needed when taking part in a range of games. As part of our unit on dance, the children will copy and complete a range of actions. They will create their own actions and develop a dance using matching and mirroring.
Music
In Music we are learning how to play the glockenspiel. We will be familiarising ourselves on how to play an instrument. Our focus this half term will be composing our own music. We will compose our own music to accompany songs we are learning in music lessons.
French
In French we are exploring different ways to present ourselves. We will learn how to introduce ourselves in French and use a range of greetings in French. The children will ask a partner how old they are in French and learn how to reply correctly. The children will develop speaking, reading and writing skills in French.
Computing
In computing we will be exploring Logo. This unit introduces children to Logo programming, focusing on developing their understanding of basic commands and programming concepts. Children will learn to create shapes and letters using instructions that contain advanced features such as procedures.
Art
In Art this half term the children will be developing their drawing skills. They will develop their understanding of tone. They will practise varying pencil pressure to show form and shadow.
General Reminders
Weekly homework is due on a Monday.
Reading diaries will be checked every Tuesday Please ensure you read between 4 and 5 times a week in order to achieve golden tickets within school.
Our PE day is Friday. Children need to come to school wearing PE kits and bring school uniform to change into. This term we have an extra PE session on Thursday. Children need to come into school wearing uniform and bring PE to change into.
Any Questions or concerns please do not hesitate to email at year4@cpa.dsat.education
Mrs Eastwood - Class Teacher