Meet the Daisy Class team

• Mrs Langford – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
• Mrs Jones – Monday

We are so excited to start the new academic year! We can’t wait to hear all about the children’s summer adventures and everything they’ve been up to. We’re looking forward to settling back into the new year together and filling it with lots of fun, exciting activities, new experiences and plenty of happy memories.

PE Days

• Monday and Thursday

Home learning

• Homework is handed in on a Tuesday and returned to children no later than Wednesday. Homework will usually consist of two pieces; an English and a maths. On some occasions, the homework will relate to other learning that is going on in our class.
• Children should read everyday at home, and also don’t forget how much they still love being read to at this age. When they have read, please initial in their reading record. Each child will be heard read at least once a week in school. If they finish their book at home, they will put it in the “Reading Tray” and a member of staff will assess whether their book can be changed.
• TTRockstars. Children in Year 3 and 4 are encourage to use TTRockstars at home and they will have their username and password in their reading records. As the academic year progresses, we will be in touch with additional multiplication homework for Year 4 children and of TTRockstar tournaments! Click the website link below to access: Home – Times Tables Rock Stars

Autumn 1 learning

🧮 Maths – Number and place value. Addition and subtraction

In Years 3 and 4, children should understand place value in numbers up to 10,000, read, write, compare and order numbers, and identify the value of each digit. They will also aim to add and subtract numbers with up to 3 digits mentally and using formal written methods. Add and subtract numbers with up to 4 digits using the formal column method. Estimate answers and use the inverse operation to check calculations.

✍️ – English

This half term, we will explore two exciting main texts: Jim, A Cautionary Tale and The Barnabus Project. Through these stories, children will develop their reading, vocabulary and writing skills. We will create an imaginative advert for a new species of pet, thinking carefully about persuasive language and description. Children will also write an alternative ending to Jim, A Cautionary Tale. To celebrate Black History Month, we will explore the life of Harriet Tubman and write a biography, developing our understanding of her remarkable achievements and legacy.

🗺️ Geography – Interconnected World

This essential skills and knowledge project will teach the children about compass points and four and six-figure grid references. They will learn about the tropics and the countries, climates and culture of North and South America. The children will also identify physical features in the United Kingdom and learn about the National Rail and canal networks.

🧪 Science – Food and the Digestive System

In this project we will be exploring the main parts, starting with the mouth and teeth, identifying teeth types and their functions. They link this learning to animals’ diets and construct food chains to show the flow of energy.

🎨 Art – Colour Theory

Daisy Class will be studying the colour wheel and colour mixing. They will take part in an exploration of tertiary colours, warm and cool colours, complementary colours, analogous colours and how artists use colour in their artwork.

Below is the learning that took place during the academic year 2025-26.

🍃Spring 1 Learning

Mrs Langford and Mrs Jones are excited to begin the new term and are looking forward to the exciting events planned for this half-term.

📜 History – Gods and Mortals
This half-term, Year 3 and Year 4 are beginning an exciting history project on the Ancient Greeks. Through stories, artefacts, research and hands-on activities, pupils will learn about Greek myths, the origins of democracy, early Olympics and life in ancient towns and cities. We look forward to seeing their curiosity grow as they uncover how the Ancient Greeks shaped the world we live in today.

🎨 Art – Landscapes
This project teaches children about the techniques that artists use when composing landscapes. We will look at basic art technique’s first, such as foreground, middle ground, background, horizon line, and size and distance. We will then look at painting techniques such as:
Washes for sky and water
Dabbing or stippling for trees and bushes
Dragging the brush for grass
Layering (letting paint dry before adding details)

🧪Science – Forces and Magnets
This project teaches children about contact and non-contact forces, including friction and magnetism. They investigate frictional and magnetic forces, and identify parts of a magnet and magnetic materials.
🎒Trip – Science based.
Later on in the Spring term, children will consolidate their learning by attending a trip to Enginuity, Telford.

⚾PE – Health and fitness 
During this topic the children will be able to:

• Understand why regular exercise is important for keeping their body healthy

• Take part in activities that raise their heart rate and make them breathe faster

• Show improved strength, balance, agility, and stamina during physical activities

• Recognise how their body feels before, during, and after exercise

• Learn how exercise can improve mood, confidence, and focus

• Follow simple rules to keep themselves and others safe during physical activity

• Try their best, even when activities are challenging, and show positive attitudes towards fitness

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🍂 Autumn Learning

A very warm welcome to all children and families joining Daisy Class this autumn term! We’re excited to begin a new school year together, filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.
At the start of the term, we’ll be reminding ourselves of our daily routines and classroom expectations to help everyone feel settled and confident. We’re also proud to be introducing our new school values, which will guide everything we do in school.
We have an exciting term of learning ahead! Read on to find out more about what we’ll be exploring in Daisy Class this term.

📜 History – Through the Ages
Take a moment to step outside and stand quietly and still. Turn off all your technology and try to forget the modern world. Imagine this place 5000 years ago. What would you have seen? Head back to prehistoric times to gather berries and hunt down dinner. Unearth ancient objects and visit astonishing mystical monuments that reveal the secrets of an ancient time. Learn how the people of Britain developed over thousands of years, from the Stone Age to the Roman invasion. Work as a tribe to build a seasonal monument to celebrate the coming of spring. Then sit quietly and reflect, waiting for the sunrise. What tribal tales will you have to tell?
🎒Trip – History based
This half term Daisy Class will be consolidating their learning in history with a trip to Outback 2 Basics. As seen on Channel 4’s documentary “Surviving the Stone Age” – Dan & Naomi are the dynamic duo behind Outback 2 Basics & The Stone Age Company. The children will experience interactive, hands-on workshops and experiences that will focus on Stone Age history, bushcraft, and outdoor learning for schools and individuals.

🎨 Art – Compare and Contrast
This project teaches children about colour theory by studying the colour wheel and colour mixing. It includes an exploration of tertiary colours, warm and cool colours, complementary colours and analogous colours, and how artists use colour in their artwork.

🧪 Science – Animal nutrition and the skeletal system
This project teaches children about the importance of nutrition for humans and other animals. They learn about the role of a skeleton and muscles and identify animals with different types of skeleton.

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Summer Learning

Welcome to the Summer Term in Daisy Class!

As we step into the final term of the academic year, we are thrilled to welcome both returning and new students to our Daisy class! As always, this summer we have an exciting journey ahead, filled with discovery, creativity, and hands-on learning. Our focus will be on three fascinating topics: Ancient Civilisations, Electricity, Statues. Let’s dive into what each of these themes has in store for us!

Project: Ancient Civilisations

This term, our students are embarking on an exciting journey back in time as they explore the fascinating world of Ancient Civilisations, with a particular focus on Ancient Egypt. Through hands-on activities, creative projects, and engaging lessons, pupils will uncover what life was like thousands of years ago and how early societies shaped the world we live in today.

Science: Electricity

This term, our Year 3 and 4 pupils are powering up their learning with an exciting Science unit on Electricity! Throughout the unit, children will develop a hands-on understanding of how electricity works. They will explore how to create simple circuits using wires, batteries, bulbs, switches, and buzzers, and investigate what materials conduct electricity. Safety will be a key theme as pupils learn how to use electrical equipment responsibly.

Art: Statues – Tomb Raiders

As part of our cross-curricular learning this term, children will be exploring statues in their Art and Design lessons, linking closely with their ongoing work on Ancient Egypt. Pupils will study ho

Project: Ancient Civilisations

This term, our students are embarking on an exciting journey back in time as they explore the fascinating world of Ancient Civilisations, with a particular focus on Ancient Egypt. Through hands-on activities, creative projects, and engaging lessons, pupils will uncover what life was like thousands of years ago and how early societies shaped the world we live in today.

Science: Electricity

This term, our Year 3 and 4 pupils are powering up their learning with an exciting Science unit on Electricity! Throughout the unit, children will develop a hands-on understanding of how electricity works. They will explore how to create simple circuits using wires, batteries, bulbs, switches, and buzzers, and investigate what materials conduct electricity. Safety will be a key theme as pupils learn how to use electrical equipment responsibly.

Art: Statues – Tomb Raiders

As part of our cross-curricular learning this term, children will be exploring statues in their Art and Design lessons, linking closely with their ongoing work on Ancient Egypt. Pupils will study how statues were used in Ancient Egyptian culture — from grand sculptures of pharaohs to symbolic gods and goddesses — and will reflect on their purpose, design, and meaning. They will look at the materials, shapes, and artistic techniques used by ancient artists and craftsmen. Building on this knowledge, children will then design and create their own statues using a variety of materials. They will have the opportunity to develop their skills in shaping, sculpting, and decorating as they bring their ideas to life. This creative project not only supports their historical learning but also encourages self-expression, imagination, and an appreciation for how art can tell stories from the past. We look forward to showcasing their incredible creations later in the term!

Spring 1 learning

Resources

• States of Matter
• Misty Mountain, Winding River

Welcome to the Spring Term in Daisy Class!

As we step into a brand-new term, we are thrilled to welcome both returning and new students to our Daisy class! This spring, we have an exciting journey ahead, filled with discovery, creativity, and hands-on learning. Our focus will be on three fascinating topics: Misty Mountain and Winding Rivers, States of Matter, and Landscapes. Let’s dive into what each of these themes has in store for us!

Project: Misty Mountain and Winding Rivers

Get ready to explore the wonders learn about the characteristics and features of rivers and mountain ranges around the world, including a detailed exploration of the ecosystems and processes that shape them and the land around them.

Science: States of Matter

In our science project children will learn about solids, liquids and gases and their characteristic properties. They observe how materials change state as they are heated and cooled, and learn key terminology associated with these processes.

Art: Vista (Landscapes)

This project teaches children about the techniques that artists use when composing landscape images, such as colour and atmosphere.

Year 4 Multiplication Check

A reminder to our Year 4 students and families that the Year 4 multiplication checks will take place in June. We will be preparing throughout the term to ensure everyone feels confident and ready. Thank you for practising those key facts at home to build your rapid recall. Keep up the great work, and let’s make this a successful term!

Autumn 2 Learning

History: Local Studies

Our history this half term will be taking us closer to home with a look at our local industry, manufacturing and mining. We will research the impact this had on the lives of local children during the 19^th Century. We will be heading to the Black Country Museum, where we will follow one child’s life from birth to death.

Science: The Digestive System

In the second part of our Burps, Bottoms and Bile topic, we will be delving deep into the mouth and understanding the role our teeth play in our digestive system. How well are you washing your teeth? What do we need to keep an investigation fair? We will also be looking at the main organs in detail and ending with a dissection!