Dear Parent/ Guardian,

Welcome to Year 4! My name is Mr Parker and I am really looking forward to working with you and your children this year. We have had an excellent first week with everyone settling in well to their new class. 

Topic

Our first topic this year is called Inside Out. In this topic we will be learning all about the human body and how it works.

PE

This term we will have PE every Wednesday. Please can all children wear their PE kit to school on our allotted day. These PE kits must be suitable for outdoor lessons, as all PE lessons will take place outdoors until further notice. Earrings must be removed for lessons. If your child is unable to do this by themselves, please could they not wear them on PE day. 

Reading

Please ensure that the children bring their reading records and reading books into school each day as there are daily timetabled sessions for reading. The children will be given a reading day where they will be listened to by an adult. This may vary however on occasion and it is therefore important that children bring in their books every day. If your child finishes their reading book before their allocated reading day, they can see me to change their book.

Spellings/Homework

Weekly spelling homework will be given out on Friday in readiness for weekly spelling tests and mental maths/times table tests which will take place the following week - please ensure children practise these. There will also be weekly numeracy and literacy homework set online using the MyMaths and Reading Eggspress platforms respectively. Any issues, please don’t hesitate to ask. Passwords for these platforms will be sent out to you. 

Equipment

Just a reminder that no equipment, including pencil cases, are to be brought into school. We will provide everything that your child needs to participate in lessons. The equipment supplied will be cleaned and sanitised in line with WG guidelines.

Dietary Requirements

In order to maintain up-to-date records, please could you inform me or the school of any medication, dietary or allergies your child may have.

Keep an eye on our class page on the school website for regular updates, photos and information. I hope this letter answers any questions you may have, but please feel free to contact me if there is anything else you would like to know. 

Thank you for your support,

Mr Parker