Year 4
There are four topics Year 4 will cover this year- click below to find out more.
Home Sweet Home- Autumn Term 
What is special about Wimbledon?
As geographers, the children will consider the identifying characteristics that make where we live special. They will travel back to the time of the early village settlers in Wimbledon, then return to the present day and look at what Wimbledon has to offer. These geography lessons are designed to give year 4 a greater understanding of what settlements are and how they were formed. Year 4 will discover how conducting fieldwork can tell them what a place is like. They will consider who they can approach in their community that has the power to make changes, exploring their own role as advocates of change.
How has Wimbledon’s Past Affected its Present?
As historians, the children will build upon their chronological knowledge and understanding of our local history by looking more in-depth at life in and around Wimbledon. They will go from slave owners to Suffragettes and find out about the people of Wimbledon’s past to help to tell the stories of Wimbledon’s present. Year 4 will visit Wimbledon Museum and further research the characters who have shaped our communities, making connections and contrasts with the time periods they have already studied.
Anglo-Saxons have arrived!- Spring 1 
What effect did the Anglo-Saxons and Scots have on Britain?
Year 4 will find out what happened in Britain after the Romans left in the 5th century. Using the mysterious burial ship at Sutton Hoo and other evidence, they will explore where the Anglo-Saxons came from, how they came to settle in Britain, along with the Picts and Scots of the north, how Christianity became the predominant religion and much, much more.
King of the Swingers- Spring 2 
King of the Swingers
Year 5 will go on a journey to South East Asia, positioning the islands of Borneo and Sumatra. Then, they will venture into the rainforest of Borneo and study its layered structure. They will then look at reasons why the rainforests of Borneo are suffering from deforestation and why this is a problem for the orangutan.
Gods and Goddesses and all things Greece- Summer Term 
Geography of Greece
As geographers, Year 4 will explores the physical Geography of modern Greece, looking at aspects such as size, location, landscape, rivers, mountains, and climate. Children will explore what Greece is like as a country today and learn some interesting facts about its geography. They will look at the population and culture of Greece today and use a variety of different sources to find out about areas such as food, music, clothes and leisure.
Who were the Ancient Greeks?
As historians, Year 4 will learn all about this amazing ancient civilisation. They will first learn about the geography of Greece, and place the civilisation in time. They will explore how the different areas of Greece were governed, and compare the two city-states of Athens and Sparta. Children will use primary and secondary sources to find out about the daily life of the ancient Greeks, before exploring Greek mythology and the impact of some of the great philosophers of the time. In the final lesson, the children will reflect on how the ancient Greek civilisation still influences modern life today.
Key Information
PE
St. Richard's PE days are Wednesday and Thursday.
St. Frances' PE days are Wednesday and Thursday.
Children will need to wear their full All Saints' PE Kit to school on these days. Please be mindful of the weather and choose the most appropriate PE kit (tracksuit bottoms in winter and shorts in summer). Stud earrings and plain watches, if worn, must be removed for all PE lessons and sports activities.
Children wear their house colour T-Shirt for all PE lessons. Round neck coloured t-shirts can be bought from the school uniform shop or can be sourced elsewhere. When purchasing your child’s t-shirt, they should be round necked, completely plain and as close as possible to the shade of colour shown on the school uniform page.
Water Bottles & Snacks
Children must bring a water bottle to school to ensure they keep hydrated throughout the day. Water bottles must be clearly labelled with your child’s name.
Children have the option of bringing a healthy snack to eat at playtime- such as a piece of fruit/vegetables, rice cakes, crackers or a small sandwich. We are a nut free school, so no nuts are allowed to be brought onto the school premises.
Pencil Cases
Children are not to bring their own pencil case into school from home - all equipment your child requires for their learning will be provided by the school.
Home Learning
This will be set on Google Classroom on a Friday and must be 'turned in' by the following Friday. Please click the tab on the right-hand side of this page to find out the expectations for Year 4 (including a Google Classroom Parent Guide).
Start and the End of the School day.
Our school day starts at 8.40am. This allows the children time to settle and complete their Early Work, ready for their first lesson at 9am. Please ensure that your child arrives at school on time.
At the end of the day, St. Richard will leave via the ICT suite/libary and St. Frances from their classroom at 3:20. Children will remain with the teacher until the appropriate adult comes to collect them.
If a different adult is collecting your child please inform the school by e-mailing parentenquiries@allsaints.merton.co.uk.
Get Involved!
There are numerous opportunities for you to join in with the life of the school in the following ways:
- Attending parent workshop opportunities
- Accompanying us on School Trips
- Volunteering in School
- Supporting the PTFA All Saints Events
- Autumn School Fair
- Koinonia Kafe (part of our 'Celebrating our Community Fortnight') (Autumn)
- Meet the teacher presentation (Autumn)
- Parents Evening (Autumn and Spring)
- Celebration Evening (Summer)
- Watching Sports Day (Summer)
All Saints’ is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff, governors, visitors, families and children to share this commitment. We have a Child Protection Policy and robust supporting procedures in place.
Parents and carers are encouraged to visit our Online Safety page on our website to find out how to keep your child(ren) safe online.
If you have any concerns about the well-being or safety of a child at our school or feel that something may be troubling them, you should share this information with an appropriate member of staff straight away.