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 be exploring the poetry of Valerie Bloom. We will read a range of her poems, examine her unique style, and identify the techniques she uses. We will also practise annotating poems and sharing our thoughts and opinions. Alongside this, we will build our confidence in reading aloud by using clear, expressive voices to perform poetry independently.
In Maths, we will continue developing our understanding of money. We will practise rounding and estimating to support our calculations, and use our chosen methods to add, subtract, multiply, and divide amounts in pounds and pence. By the end of the week, we will apply these skills to solve a range of money word problems.
In Science, we will explore the characteristics of vertebrates and invertebrates, identifying their key features and understanding the differences between them.
In Art, we will experiment with a range of printing techniques, developing our creativity and skills.
In History, we will learn about the Industrial Revolution, identifying how it changed Britain and discussing both its positive and negative impacts.
The Year 4 team would also like to remind you to encourage your child to continue practising their times tables using Mathsframe and Times Table Rock Stars, as the Year 4 Multiplication Check is approaching.
