Year 4 had an exciting time role-playing Neil Armstrong’s historic first Moon landing as part of the English curriculum! Using the duff, we played sounds in tempo as we acted out landing on the Moon, collecting samples and preparing for take-off.
To make the experience even more special, one of our pupils came dressed in an amazing astronaut suit, helping us feel as though we were part of a real space mission!
Year 4 picked some juicy red tomatoes (and yes, we had some sneaky tasters . . . .and who could blame them, they do look irresistible!). The rest went on to be enjoyed as a salad during school lunch. They had fun watering the plants, clearing out new patches for new plants . . .watch the space for more updates on this!
Our calm corners are a place where pupils can go to reset, process big emotions, and practice self-regulation. It has the following to support them:
'I like going to the Calm corner. It helps me relax for a bit and then go back to my table and work better." Abu Bakr
' I really enjoy swimming lessons! And my favourite thing we've done so far is learning to kick properly. I have had swimming lessons before, but by the end of this year, I want to be a confident swimmer inshaAllah' Ismaeel B
(Pictures from Twinkle)
"In art, we learnt about Antoni Gaudí. He was a famous artist who used a lot of mosaics in his art. I really enjoyed making our own mosaic tiles in class." Sahla
Asalamu Alaikum to our Parents and Pupils in Year 4
Welcome to Year 4. We hope you have all had a restful, fun-filled summer break and are feeling excited for the wonderful year ahead.
Year 4 is a fantastic year when children continue to build their confidence and independence. We have a busy, inspiring curriculum lined up, full of brilliant topics, hands-on projects, and exciting discoveries. Please do look at the Year 4 curriculum maps – all available on the school website.
We firmly believe that a strong partnership between home and school is the key to a happy, successful year. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us via the class email.
Let's make this year amazing together!
Wa alaikum salam from the Year 4 Team
(Ms S Begum, Ms A Matan, Ms A Begum)
'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
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.
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 :)
'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
'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
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.
