Welcome to Mockingbird Class
Who’s who in Mockingbird Class
- Class Teacher – Mrs Rush (Mon & Tues) Mrs Williams (Wed-Fri)
- LSA – Mr Howard
Year 4 – Exploring History, Science and Music with Enthusiasm!
In Year 4, your child embarks on an exciting journey through our Discovery curriculum, packed with fascinating topics that spark curiosity and deepen understanding. They will explore diverse habitats and living things, dive into the thrilling history of the Anglo-Saxons and Viking invasions, and learn all about animals and humans, including teeth, the digestive system, and food chains. The wonders of Ancient Egypt and the science of electricity also feature prominently in their learning adventure. To bring these topics to life, Year 4 pupils enjoy an educational visit to West Stowe and share their talents in a festive Christmas Carol concert at the local Church. For a detailed look at all the exciting learning planned, please explore our curriculum map.
Music is a highlight of Year 4, where children have the opportunity to learn to play the guitar with weekly sessions led by a Suffolk County Music Service tutor every Tuesday. They also use the Charanga programme to practise and develop their musical skills both at school and at home.
In June, Year 4 pupils take part in the national Multiplication Check, assessing their fluency with times tables up to 12. To prepare, we focus on mastering multiplication and division facts through engaging lessons and use Times Tables Rock Stars to make practise fun and effective both in school and at home. We also offer workshops for parents to support learning at home.
We believe in strong home-school partnerships and use Class Dojo to keep you connected. You’ll receive regular updates, termly reports, and have opportunities to discuss your child’s progress during parents’ evenings in the autumn and spring terms.
For the latest news and information, please refer to our termly newsletter.