Class 3

My name is Mrs Holden and I have been teaching at Consett Junior School for 12 years. During that time, I have taught in different year groups across the school. I started in Year 3, then spent eight years teaching Year 6 before moving to Year 4 last year.

I absolutely loved being in Year 4, so I’m delighted to be staying here again this year!

One of the things I love most about Consett Junior School is that we don’t just focus on learning – we also create memories that last a lifetime. Year 4 is full of exciting opportunities, including school trips, sporting events and taking centre stage in our much-loved Christmas show.

When I’m not at school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, and I love travelling and visiting lots of different places around the world.

About Our Class

I can’t wait to get to know everyone in Class 3 and begin another exciting year together. We have lots of fantastic topics to explore, fun activities planned and some exciting trips that will help bring our learning to life.

It’s going to be a brilliant year!

English

In English, we use a range of exciting books, films and images to inspire our writing. Throughout the year, we will be exploring a variety of fantastic texts, including:

• Leo and the Gorgon’s Curse
• Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
• The Explorer
• Beowulf

We hope these stories will spark the children’s imaginations and help them create some amazing pieces of writing.

A weekly spelling list will be sent home and tested every Friday. Children can also practise their spellings online using Spelling Shed.

Maths

In Maths, we follow the White Rose Maths scheme. Our lessons focus on developing fluency, reasoning and problem-solving skills, helping children to become confident mathematicians.

We will also spend time developing arithmetic skills and learning times tables up to 12 × 12, preparing the children for the Multiplication Tables Check later in the year.

What We’ll Be Learning

History

• Ancient Greeks
• Romans
• Anglo-Saxons and Scots

Geography

• What can we discover about Europe?
• Why does Italy shake, rattle and roar?
• When the land meets the sea

Science

• States of Matter
• Electricity
• Sound
• Living Things and Their Habitats
• Animals Including Humans

Computing

• Coding
• Online Safety
• Spreadsheets
• Writing for Different Audiences
• Logo
• Animation

Jigsaw (PSHE)

• Being Me in My World
• Celebrating Difference
• Dreams and Goals
• Healthy Me
• Relationships
• Changing Me

P.E.

We will take part in a wide range of sports and physical activities throughout the year. We are fortunate to have a Tag Rugby coach working with us during the first half term.

Later in the year, we will also go swimming at Consett Leisure Centre. Lessons are suitable for all abilities and will help children develop confidence and skills in the water.

We can’t wait for all the learning, laughter and adventures that Year 4 will bring! 😊