Year 3/4
Welcome to our Year 3/4 class page for Summer Term 1!
Class Teacher: Miss N Clark
PPA Teacher: Ms C Hopkinson
I am delighted to be continuing our learning journey together as we move into the summer term. I am incredibly proud of all the hard work the children have put in so far this year. They have shown great enthusiasm, resilience, and a positive attitude towards their learning, and it has been wonderful to see the progress they have made.
Parents’ Evening was a fantastic opportunity to discuss the progress and successes of the children. It was lovely to have such positive conversations and to receive such great support from parents and carers. Thank you for your continued encouragement at home, it really does make a difference.
As we begin this new term, we will continue to build on the children’s confidence and independence, encouraging them to take pride in their work and challenge themselves in their learning. Our classroom remains a happy, safe, and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to do their best and celebrate their achievements.
A big thank you also to Ms Hopkinson for her continued support. She plays such an important role in our classroom, building strong relationships with the children and supporting their learning every step of the way.
Thank you again for your ongoing support. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or would like to discuss your child’s learning. I look forward to another successful and enjoyable term together.
Key Information:
PE: Swimming will continue throughout this term for Year 3/4. As swimming is part of the PE curriculum, there will be no additional PE lessons in school.
Swimming: Children should come prepared for swimming sessions each week, please ensure they have the correct kit.
Homework: Homework will remain the same. It is given out every Tuesday and should be returned by the following Monday.
Class novel: Roald Dahl – The Twit
Home learning links:
The following websites provide valuable resources and tools to support children's learning in mathematics, English, and across the curriculum, making them excellent choices for home learning.
Mathematics
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Top Marks - https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/5-7-years/counting
- Summary: Top Marks offers a variety of safe, fun, and engaging online games and activities for children to learn mathematics. The website features educationally sound resources and ensures a trustworthy environment for children.
- Benefits: It provides a safe and reliable platform for children to enhance their math skills through interactive and enjoyable games.
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Times Tables Rock Stars - https://ttrockstars.com/
- Summary: This program offers daily times tables practice through a carefully sequenced approach. It has successfully improved times tables recall speed for millions of pupils worldwide over the past 11 years. Individual Login details available for all pupils of Bridgewater Park School.
- Benefits: It helps children master their times tables through consistent practice, making learning fun and effective.
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Talking Times Tables - https://talkingtimestables.uk/y4_ks2_mtc_practice_tests_multiplication_tables_check.php
- Summary: This website provides practice tests for the Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check (MTC), following the Department for Education's framework. The tests are delivered at the same pace as the official MTC.
- Benefits: It prepares children for the MTC by offering practice tests that mimic the official exam, helping them become familiar with the format and timing.
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Timestables.co.uk - https://www.timestables.co.uk/
- Summary: This website allows children to practice all their times tables through clear and simple arithmetic problems. It offers speed tests, Multiplication Tables Check, and printable worksheets.
- Benefits: It provides a straightforward and effective way for children to practice and improve their times tables skills.
English
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Oxford Owl - https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk/
- Summary: Oxford Owl offers a library of activities and resources for every stage of the learning journey, curated by the team at Oxford University Press. It supports children's learning at home, in the classroom, and beyond.
- Benefits: It provides a wealth of resources to help children learn, grow, and flourish, making it a valuable tool for parents and educators.
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Storyline Online - https://storylineonline.net/books/too-much-glue/
- Summary: This award-winning website streams videos of celebrated actors reading children's books alongside creatively produced illustrations. It is available 24/7 for children, parents, caregivers, and educators worldwide.
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Benefits: Reading aloud to children improves their reading, writing, communication skills, logical thinking, concentration, and general academic aptitude. It also inspires a lifelong love of reading.
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The National Academy - https://www.thenational.academy/teachers/programmes/english-primary-ks2/units
- Summary: The National Academy works to improve pupil outcomes and close the disadvantage gap by supporting teachers and enabling pupils to access a high-quality curriculum. It offers writing support lessons and resources for various subjects.
- Benefits: It provides high-quality educational resources that support both classroom teaching and home learning, helping to ensure all pupils receive a comprehensive education.
Curriculum
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The National Academy - https://www.thenational.academy/teachers/key-stages/ks2/subjects
- Summary: This platform offers free access to thousands of resources across all national curriculum subjects, from primary through to key stage 4. The resources are created by UK curriculum and subject experts and are quality-assured and tested by teachers.
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Benefits: It supports planning at every level, from curriculum design to lessons, and offers pupils a high-quality learning experience both in and out of the classroom.
Thank you for visiting our page. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the school office. We’re looking forward to a fantastic year ahead!
