Year 4 2025 - 2026
Mr Warburton
Mr Carson
Mr Slater
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| Mr Carson | Mr Warburton | Mr Slater |
Welcome to Year 4!
Welcome to our new Oakfield Year 4 webpage for both classes ‘Michael Morpurgo’ and ‘Alan Mcdonald'.
Our journey in Year 4 will be exciting! We provide lots of varied experiences that will enhance the learning curriculum.
These are just some of the opportunities that your child will enjoy throughout the year
Science
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Autumn |
Group and Classify Living Things Data Collection States of Matter |
Year 4 pupils explore the fascinating world of living things by grouping and classifying animals and plants, understanding how habitats change throughout the year, and learning about the human digestive system and states of matter, including how materials change state in the water cycle. |
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Spring |
Electricity Energy Data Collection Habitats Biodiversity |
In the spring term, pupils explore Electricity by constructing simple circuits, identifying components, and understanding conductors and insulators, while learning important safety precautions. They develop their scientific inquiry skills through Data Collection, observing and recording information to answer questions about living things and their environments. |
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Summer |
The Digestive System Food Chains Sound Data Collection |
Pupils explore the human digestive system, learning the functions of key organs and comparing different types of teeth and their roles. They investigate food chains to understand producers, predators, and prey, developing their scientific thinking through observation and data collection. Additionally, pupils study sound by exploring how vibrations create noise, examining pitch and volume, and using hands-on activities to deepen their understanding of how sound travels. |
History
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Autumn |
Ancient Greece |
Discover the fascinating world of the Ancient Greeks, where pupils learn not just about gods and heroes but also how people lived, their values, and how their remarkable achievements shaped history. Our curriculum helps pupils build connected knowledge, exploring Greek life in depth and understanding its lasting influence on the western world. |
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Spring |
Roman Britain |
Join us on an exciting journey to Roman Britain, where pupils discover why the Romans came, how they changed the land, and the stories of local heroes like Boudica. Through exploring Chester’s Roman roots and archaeological finds, pupils build rich knowledge about life in Roman times and the lasting impact on Britain. |
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Summer |
Crime and Punishment |
Explore the fascinating journey of crime and punishment through British history, from Roman law to Victorian police, discovering how rules and justice have changed over time. Pupils will learn about key laws, famous figures, and how fairness in punishment has evolved to shape the society we live in today. |
Geography
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Autumn |
Europe - A Place in The Sun |
Discover the wonders of Europe and the sunny Mediterranean, where pupils learn to locate countries, capitals, and explore key physical and human features. Through comparing life in the UK with Mediterranean countries, pupils build rich geographical knowledge about climate, culture, and landscapes. |
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Spring |
Mountains, Volcanoes, Earthquakes |
Explore the amazing world of mountains, learning how they are formed by tectonic plates and discovering famous mountain ranges in the UK and around the world. Pupils will build rich geographical knowledge by using maps, models, and videos to understand earthquakes, volcanoes, and the impact of these natural features on people’s lives. |
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Summer |
Biomes, Tundras and Deserts |
Discover the incredible variety of biomes around the world, from lush rainforests to icy tundras and vast deserts, and learn what makes each unique. Pupils will build rich geographical knowledge by exploring climate, vegetation, animal life, and human activity in different biomes through maps, videos, and research. |
What else are we up to?
Opportunities for cross-curricular learning are embraced throughout, enhancing pupils’ engagement and understanding across subjects.