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  • Goobye Year 4 Mango!

    Published 20/07/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    'My personal experience of Year 4 was amazing! I loved all the trips we went on. I loved all the teachers (and they loved me!), which made me happy. Year 4 has lifted my mind to be better, stronger and more confident.'–Maya

      'In Year 4, the thing that I enjoyed the most was the trips and learning maths and science - doing experiments. I was fond of our last trip to Chigwell Row where we did archery and cooking. My teachers, Ms Khanom, Ms Mahmood and Ms Begum were very kind to us and I hope for an even better experience in Year 5. Ms Mahmood and Ustaadh Abdul Jalil are the best teachers and I want them next year!'–Dawud  

    'Assalamu 'alaikum wa rahmatullah,

    Year 4 has been a blessing. I have built my knowledge and learnt new things every single day - things I didn't know. It's been lovely learning with my lovely teachers that always make jokes. Especially the times we talk about the world cup.' - Talha

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  • Chigwell Row fun!

    Published 20/07/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

     Year 4 had a fantastic day at Chigwell Row, where they took part in a range of exciting outdoor activities. The children enjoyed making their own delicious pizzas, learning how to cook them over an open fire, and putting their focus and determination to the test during an archery session. It was a wonderful day filled with fun, teamwork, new skills, and unforgettable memories.

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  • A Fond Farewell to Our Wonderful Year 4 Pupils!

    Published 20/07/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    Alḥamdulillāh, what an incredible year it has been!

    It has truly been a pleasure teaching our wonderful Year 4 pupils and watching them grow in confidence, knowledge, character, and īmān.

    We are so proud of everything they have achieved this year and pray that they continue to strive for excellence as they begin their Year 5 journey. Remember to always seek knowledge for the sake of Allah, show kindness to others, and never stop trying your best.

    May Allah bless each one of our pupils with success in this life and the Hereafter, increase them in beneficial knowledge, grant them righteous friends, and make them a source of goodness wherever they go. Āameen!

    We wish you all the very best in Year 5 – we know you will make us proud. Keep smiling, keep learning, and always put your trust in Allah. We will miss you! 

    From Ms Khanom, Ms Begum, Ms Mahmood & Ms Naz :)

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  • Shang Dynasty (DIN-uh-stee)

    Published 02/07/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    'In English, we have been learning about the Shang Dynasty of Ancient China. The Shang Dynasty ruled China from approximately 1600 to 1046 BCE. We have been writing a non-chronological report on the people of the Shang. 

    Did you know that people in Ancient China were expert metalworkers? They made incredible weapons and tools out of a metal called bronze. Because this metal was so important back then, historians call this time in history the Bronze Age!" - Talha

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  • Help, I’m Melting!

    Published 02/07/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    'I really did not enjoy the heatwave. It came to a point where it was 36 degrees in the afternoon. However, it was cold in the morning. It was confusing! 

    The best thing was that we had a half day, and we didn't have to go outside. 

    The worst thing was that I bought my jacket in the morning due to the cold, but after lunchtime it was extremely hot. I couldn't fit it in my bag, so I had to carry it in the heat. I was struggling!'

    - Mikaeel

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  • Tiny seeds, big dreams and little hands!

    Published 23/06/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    Initially, as a class, we all planted some sunflower seeds in the classroom. As they grew bigger, they needed space to grow outside. We worked with Ustadh Meveuldin and Miss Naz to plant these sunflowers. We decided it was best to plant them inside the gate as that is where the sunlight shines the most. We look forward to watching the plants flourish in the months ahead!

    'We got to plant sunflower seeds in our playground. My favourite part was going behind the school fences, a tight spot, and planting with Umer. The sun was out, it was a lovely experience'. – Talha

    This activity also linked closely to Islamic teachings about caring for the Earth and being responsible stewards of Allah’s creation. The children reflected on the importance of looking after nature and the rewards of planting and nurturing living things.

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  • Messy hands, bright minds!

    Published 12/06/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    This term, Year 4 have been developing their artistic skills by exploring the wonderful world of watercolour painting. As part of our learning, they studied the landscape artwork of famous artists and discovered how they use colour, texture and different painting techniques to bring natural scenes to life.

    They learnt that a landscape painting shows natural features such as hills, valleys, mountains, islands and coastlines. Using watercolours, they experimented with a range of techniques to create their own beautiful landscapes.

    We are very proud of our finished pieces and all the new skills we have learnt. Have a look at their fantastic artwork below!

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  • Shockingly good at watt we do!

    Published 04/06/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    Year 4 recently took part in an exciting Electricity and Circuits Workshop at school, led by a visiting workshop leader. Throughout the session, the children developed their understanding of electricity through a range of engaging, hands-on activities and investigations.

    The workshop gave pupils the opportunity to explore how electrical circuits work, identify the different components needed to make a circuit, and discover how electricity powers many of the devices we use every day. The children enjoyed experimenting with equipment, making predictions, and testing their ideas as they investigated how electricity flows through a circuit.

    The workshop brought learning to life and helped to reinforce key scientific concepts in a fun and interactive way. Year 4 showed great enthusiasm, curiosity, and teamwork throughout the session, asking thoughtful questions and sharing their discoveries with one another.

    The children thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and gained valuable knowledge that will support their learning in science. It was a fantastic experience that inspired many budding scientists!

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  • A picture is forever!

    Published 22/05/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    Year 4 have been learning about Creating Media: Photo Editing in Computing. During this topic, pupils have explored how digital images can be changed and improved using a range of editing tools. They have learnt how to crop images, rotate pictures, adjust colours and brightness, and remove unwanted parts from photographs. Using laptops, the children have enjoyed experimenting with different effects and developing their creativity while also learning important digital skills. The class has shown great enthusiasm and confidence when using photo-editing software to create and improve their own images.

    “We have been learning lots of things, including cropping an image and changing the colour. We get to use laptops to practise and experiment. I have been enjoying it a lot. I’ve learnt how to rotate an image and crop it.” – Sami & Yusuf

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  • Light the way!

    Published 30/04/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    Year 4 learnt about electrical circuits! An electrical circuit is a loop through which an electric current can flow.

    It consists of:

    • A power source – such as a battery or a generator

    • Wires – which allow electric current to flow through them

    • Components – devices such as switches, bulbs, or motors

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  • Islam Awareness Week!

    Published 22/04/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    As part of Islam Awareness Week, pupils and staff at our school organised an exhibition on Islam and its contribution to civilisation for the children of local schools to attend. 

    Displays and exhibits were creatively prepared by classes and the event was enthusiastically hosted by our Year 5 pupils.

    In Year 4, our main focus was Islam and music. We created posters which went on display. Duffs are the only instruments we are allowed to use in Islam'. - Ayrah Z

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  • Year 4 Mango Gets Out into Nature!

    Published 31/03/26, by Nafisah Mahmood

    Year 4 Mango had a brilliant time visiting South Park to see nature up close! We really wanted to take our current topic, "Cycles," out of the classroom and see it happening in the real world.

    The kids got stuck into some awesome hands-on activities. They loved exploring different habitats and spotting the local wildlife. The best part was seeing everyone link what we found outside to our rainforest topic! It was so cool to hear the class comparing the food chains and life cycles right here on our doorstep with the ones we've been studying in the jungle.

    'For our Drop-Down Day, we visited South Park. My favourite part was looking in the muddy water and finding insects and bugs. I learnt a lot about a variety of swans, ducks and geese. There were so many, such as an Egyptian goose. My class and I really enjoyed this trip!' - Aisha B

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