On this page you will find information about what the Moorhen Class and the Highland Cow Class are getting up to and see some of their amazing learning.

We vote democracy! 

This week was UK Parliament week and in history, Year 4 explored the idea of democracy. The children discovered what democracy looked like for Ancient Greeks and how this has influenced the way our country runs today. They worked in small groups to become class political parties with an aim of convincing the other children that their party best represented our class. They wrote a short manifesto for their election campaigns, designed a logo for their party and presented their campaigns to the other groups. The children then discussed how fair it was that every class member could vote and share their opinion rather than being told who and what to beleive by the opinion of one person. Year 4 realised this week that they are incredibly lucky to live within a democracy. 

Opal play

Our Year 4s are absolutely loving OPAL play at the moment. Every day there are so many exciting things happening across the playgrounds, from imaginative constructions to creative games and new adventures with friends. The children are completely engrossed in their play, developing new skills, building confidence and making the most of every outdoor moment.

Sticky bagels!

In Computing, we recapped what algorithms are and learnt why they must be clear and precise. We created our own algorithm for making the perfect jam bagel, then tested it by following each other’s instructions step by step. Although we initially struggled to complete a bagel in the allotted time, we didn’t give up and our perseverance was rewarded with a very tasty taste-test at the end!

Super scientists

This week, Year 4 investigated switches and where we find them in everyday life. Working in groups, the children then created their own switches using cardboard and metal stationery items, experimenting with ways to open and close a circuit. Great teamwork and brilliant problem-solving!

Breaking News from Ancient Greece!

This week, the children were challenged to write a short script to showcase their understanding of the Battle of Marathon, Newsround style. Each group did an amazing job and it was so much fun to watch them share different facts in their own unique way. They read their scripts brilliantly to their peers, showing confidence, expression and a fantastic understanding of the events of the Battle of Marathon and its famous messenger.

Anti-Bullying Agents!

On Monday 10th November, Year 4 participated in Odd Sock Day for Anti-bullying week. This year the theme was about finding the confidence to speak up and becoming an 'upstander' rather than a 'bystander'. The children took part in a live lesson where we completed various challenges to bust myths, crack codes and and celebrate the superpowers needed to spread kindness. The children then discussed different ways an upstander could help in various scenarios, sharing their advice for both face-to-face and online situations. 

The Golden Touch

Year 4 have been reading the Greek myth of King Midas.This week we planned, wrote and edited letters to Dionysus to persuade him to reverse the wish of the golden touch. We then aged paper using coffee, wrote our final letters to the ancient Greek God and rolled them into scrolls. 

Bendy Bridges

In PE this term, Year 4 are focusing on developing and improving their skills in gymnastics. This week, Highland Cow class recapped their Year 3 skills and explored the different ways they could make their bodies move. The children worked in partners to create imaginative bridges where they had to explore balances and ensure that 2 parts of their bodies connected. They then challenged themselves further by seeing whether they could create bridges and balances on 2 different levels. Our core strength was incredibly important to support our balances and we developed skills in flexibility, performance and partnership. 

Designing King Midas inspired games

In Design and Technology this week, we began exploring what we'll be working towards this term - designing and making our own simple electronic games based on the story of King Midas. We investigated how popular games like Operation and wand control challenges work, discovering how circuits and metal-to-metal contact create exciting features. The children discussed the importance of thinking about the user experience and began magpieing ideas to inspire their own golden game designs.

All about Greece

The children produced some brilliant work in Geography this week. We learnt how Greece's warm climate helps certain crops like olives and grapes to grow and how its many islands make trading by sea important. We also learnt how the country's mountains affect where people live and how they travel. The children in both classes produced double-page spreads showing the amazing Geography of Greece and what makes it such a unique place to explore and visit. Legends and lessons

This term in Year 4, we are exploring the wonderful world of Greek myths and fables! From King Midas and his golden touch to the daring flight of Icarus and the tale of The Boy Who Cried Wolf, we’re learning how these stories have been passed down for generations to teach important lessons.

Saying no to dares!

This week, Moorhen Class explored the theme of dares. We began by discussing how saying “no” to a dare can often be one of the bravest and most sensible choices you can make. The children reflected on the phrase “don’t be a chicken” and considered how language like this can pressure people into doing things they may not want to do. We also explored the influence of online trends and how these can sometimes feel like dares in disguise, encouraging people to join in even when it might not be safe or sensible. The class then expressed their ideas creatively by designing vibrant, graffiti-style posters to spread the message that true courage comes from making your own choices, not following the crowd.

Let there be light!

In Science this week, we explored electrical components such as wires, bulbs and batteries to create a simple circuit. At first, we weren’t sure how to make the bulb light, but through experimenting and sharing ideas we began to figure it out. Once we had mastered the skill, we challenged ourselves with a race to see who could build a working circuit the fastest. It was lots of fun and helped us practise our science skills!

From playdough to clay

This week, we practised making Ancient Greek–inspired pots using playdough. We experimented with a range of tools, including toothpicks, to bring to life the designs we had carefully sketched beforehand. An informative video helped us learn key pottery techniques such as slip, blend, and score and now we feel confident to use these skills. We cannot wait to put our practice into action and create our pots using real clay!

Science predictions

Moorhen Class made fantastic predictions about what might be inside a plug. Afterwards, we carefully opened an old one (thank you to Mr Mills for providing it!) and drew detailed scientific diagrams, making sure to label each part accurately.

Cricket with Mr Tom

Highland Cow class have been practising their throwing and catching skills in PE. Mr Thomas has been teaching them the different skills needed to correctly bowl in a game of cricket. They have been also developing their life skills of listening and perseverance. 

Art Week 

Wow. . . what a busy week! With ‘Alien Worlds’ as our theme, we let our imagination run wild and produced some fantastic artwork.

Monday – alien landscapes
Focus: texture & colour blending
Inspiration: the artist Chris Foss and NASA photos

Tuesday – alien plants
Focus: imagination & pattern
Inspiration: the artist Yellena James and photos of coral

Wednesday – alien creatures
Focus: shape & mixed media
Inspiration: the artist Shaun Tan and animated characters

Thursday – alien structures
Focus: line and perspective
Inspiration: the artist Peter Thorpe

We cannot wait to share with you what we have produced in our art show in the hall on Friday 19th September 2025.

Our first trumpet lesson!

On the second Wednesday of week two, we had our very first trumpet lesson. We are lucky to have Mr Royston from Kent Music teaching us this term. In our first session, we learnt how to make a buzzing sound with our lips, how to hold the instrument and even practised our first notes: C and D.

Voting for our school council representative

Mrs Farrier launched this year’s School Council in assembly at the start of week two. Lots of our Year 4 children shared fantastic ideas about why they would make the perfect candidate. It was great fun listening to their speeches and even more fun casting our votes on Friday and putting that all important cross in the box! We will find out the winners at the end of Art Week!

Our first class text

We're starting off the year by reading 'Here Comes Hercules.' This funny adventure story is all about what happens when a Greek hero suddenly turns up in the modern world. We're looking forward to seeing what happens.