Lower Key Stage 2
Assistant Headteacher LKS2
Cidalia Fraga
Year 3
Summer Term 1 Knowledge Organiser – 2025/2026
The latest Year 3 Learning Update!
We have had a busy and exciting term in Year 3, filled with lots of engaging learning experiences across the curriculum. We are very proud of the children’s enthusiasm and the progress they have made and would like to share with you.
English
In English, children explored the book Skyward, which tells the inspiring story of female pilots during World War II. Next term our topic will be the rainforest, poetry based on poems by Benjamin Zephaniah and Just so stories.
Maths
In Maths, we have been learning about fractions. The children have worked hard to understand what fractions represent, including recognising, comparing, and ordering them. The children will continue to expand their knowledge in fractions and will be adding, subtracting and partitioning.
Science
Our Science topic focused on Percy Shaw and his invention of the cat’s eye road reflector. The children enjoyed learning about how inventions can solve real-world problems. They will be learning about plants and the Botanist – George Washington Carver.
Art/DT
In Art, we explored different types of building and architectural styles. The children shape, line, and perspective, producing some excellent pieces of work. The children will be looking at art work by Henry Rousseau/
Humanities
As part of our History learning about World War II, we visited the Imperial War Museum. This educational visit brought their learning to life, helping them to deepen their understanding of the past through real artefacts and stories. Next term, the children will be learning about major rainforests in the world.
Overall, this term has supported the children in developing key Year 3 skills, including reading for understanding, writing with purpose, building mathematical reasoning, and exploring the world through enquiry and creativity.
Just a reminder, please children need to bring in their reading records 3 times a week and access TTR to practice their timetables.
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to another exciting term ahead!
Year 4
Summer Term 1 Knowledge Organiser – 2025/2026
The latest Year 4 Learning Update!
In English, we will begin the new term by making predictions, acting out scenes, and retelling Nicola Davies’ story The Promise. We will also explore the concepts of dystopian and utopian worlds and write our own version of the story.
In Maths, we will develop our understanding of hundredths as fractions and decimals, as well as practise adding and subtracting fractions.
In Science, we will begin our new topic, Living Things and Their Habitats, and learn about the significant contributions of scientist Dian Fossey to the field of animal biology.
In Art, we will explore the work of printmaker Katsushika Hokusai, identifying the key features of his art, making comparisons, expressing opinions, and describing the techniques he used.
In Humanities, we will begin our study of the Industrial Revolution, using both primary and secondary sources to gather factual information.
The Year 4 team would also like to remind you that swimming sessions will continue as follows: 4B on Thursdays and 4T on Fridays, with PE taking place on Mondays. Please continue to encourage your child to practise their times tables using Mathsframe and Times Table Rockstars, as the Year 4 Multiplication Check is approaching.
