End of year update- Summer 

What a fantastic year it’s been in Willow Class! Our Year 3 and 4 children have shown such curiosity, creativity and confidence across the curriculum, and we are incredibly proud of all they have achieved.

One of the highlights of our Design and Technology learning was our exciting project on pneumatic toys. The children explored how air can be used to create movement and brought their ideas to life by designing and building their own imaginative toys. From popping aliens to snapping crocodiles, there was no limit to their creativity! It was wonderful to see teamwork, problem-solving and practical skills all in action.

In Geography, our topic on Europe took us on a journey across the continent. We explored the landmarks, languages, and cultures of different countries and compared them to our own lives in the UK. The children particularly enjoyed mapping out routes, creating travel brochures, and sharing fascinating facts about countries they had visited or would like to explore.

A real highlight this term was our trip to Trinity Park for the Suffolk County Fayre. The children had an incredible time learning about local farming, food production, and rural traditions. From meeting farm animals and watching machinery in action to sampling local produce and enjoying hands-on activities, it was a brilliant day full of learning and laughter. It really helped the children appreciate the importance of agriculture and community in our county.

This term’s Sports Week brought boundless energy and excitement! We were lucky to be joined by some inspiring guests, including the incredible Skipping Ninja, who wowed us with his speed and tricks – and even taught us a few of our own! We were also amazed by the break dancer, whose moves were met with gasps and cheers. The children joined in enthusiastically, showing perseverance, rhythm and courage to try something new. It was a week full of fun, fitness, and fantastic memories.

Throughout the year, Willow Class have continued to grow not only in knowledge but also in kindness, resilience, and confidence. It has been a joy to watch friendships flourish, imaginations soar, and each child take pride in their progress.

Myself, Mrs Butcher and Mrs Cosgrove wish all of you  a relaxing and happy summer – and we can’t wait to see what next year brings!

Summer 2 

Summer 1

Spring 2

We have been 'adapting a recipe' this half term in DT. We designed, made and evaluated our biscuits. We then asked Miss Greenhow, Mrs Tye and Mrs Bell to come and give us some market research. We then decided the best bit was eating them! A really important unit on budgeting, designing and ensure our target market would like our biscuits.

We planned a Roman invasion today! Some of us were Celts and some Romans. It was rather tricky because our roads had to be straight and so we couldn't hide behind any 'wiggly' bits!

We had a wonderful world book day focusing on our story all about refugees. We discussed what a refugee was, how and why some people are refugees and how we could help them. 

We had a wonderful time at Colchester Castle to fully immerse ourselves in our history unit. We have learnt all about what the Romans ate, where they lived and how they got around. We then built some houses and this was rather tricky! We decided life would have been hard in the Roman times.

Spring 1

Autumn 2

Autumn 1

Summer 1

It has been a very busy Summer term and it seems to have flown by! We have covered an awful lot once again. It’s been so wonderful to see the children progress and really come into themselves. 
In maths, we have covered decimals, money and time. In English, we have written some fabulous pieces and the children are really impressing me. In DT, we have been making seasonal tarts which has been great fun. In PSHE, we have been talking all things money! The children have been really engaged in this and most of them now want to learn how to budget. 
We have been on some fantastic trips; the farm trip was such fun as was our Hands on Heritage trip. 
 

Have a lovely half term, 

The Willow Class Team 😊

Spring Term 2

Another quick half term but yet we have achieved so much! In maths this half term we have been tackling fractions and decimals! Tricky concepts but the children have done really well. 
In English, we have been writing our matchbox diaries, thinking about the voyage over to America in the 1800s and exploring emotive language. The writing from the children has been exceptional and we are really starting to see some incredible progression. 
Within DT this half term we have been making torches which has linked very nicely into our science unit, electricity! We have made circuits, discussed insulators and conductors and thought about how best we can save energy. 
 

Well done to all the children! Have a fantastic Easter, eat lots of chocolate and have fun! 
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Spring term 1 

What a quick half term we have had! Although short, we have covered an awful lot. In maths, we have focused on measurement, division & multiplication. Keep powering through with your times table practice! In English, we have written limericks, short poems, a lovely narrative and a diary entry! We have covered two lovely texts called 'The Pied Piper of Hameline and Cinnamon'. The children have loved our units this half term and are becoming confident writers! 
In geography, we have been learning all about climate change! This will be continuing next half term and the children have really impressed me with their knowledge. Within science, we have been continuing to work on states of matter, the children will really impress with their knowledge of the water cycle (especially the song!)

Within art this half term, we have been studying various artists such as Maud Purdy and Georgia O'Keefe, focusing on abstract art, particularly botanical flowers. The children have created some beautiful drawings that they should be proud of! 
 

Have a lovely half term and a well-deserved rest, 

The Willow Class Team! 

Autumn Term 2023

We have had such fun in Willow class this term. We have covered so many things and the children have really impressed me with their knowledge. 
In maths, we have covered place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication & division! In English, we have covered various genres and some lovely writing has been achieved. In science, we have been looking at states of matter and rocks. History and geography have been exciting this term and we have covered volcanoes, mountains, earthquakes and the Stone Age - Iron Age era! 
We have been lucky enough to experience Stone Age day which the children throughly enjoyed & the Year 4’s had a wonderful time on their archeological dig. 
 

Have a lovely Christmas break! 
The Willow Class Team! 

Willow Class 22/23