Welcome to Stanwick Class...

Bienvenida a la clase de stanwick, inside our salón de clases you will find Year 3 and 4. These children are taught by Mrs Murray and Miss Blaine. 

In the summer term, the class is working on the topic ‘Viva Española!’ focusing on life in Spain. The class will be looking at different English genres such as writing letters, narrative (with a focus on Michael Morpurgo’s ‘Toro Toro’) and poetry. 

In Science, Stanwick class will be looking at plants in summer 1. We will be looking at the things plants need to survive. We will focus on the roots and how we can create healthier plants.  In Spring 2, we will look at living animals and their habitats.  The children will look at the different classifications and what it means to be alive. We will do a few field experiments looking for our mini beast friends.  

In Geography, the class will look at human and physical features of Spain. They will learn about the rivers, mountains and tourism of the area and why it is such a popular destination. Children will also get a chance to look at map work and grid references, using this to gather information independently. 

For art, we are excited to explore the works of the Spanish artists Picasso and Gaudi. We will evaluate their works and attempt to recreate some of their most famous pieces. We will then create our own design technology projects in the style of Gaudi. 

How can you help at home?

• When you are in a supermarket, help your child to find products which are produced in Spain.  
• Help your child to write a letter to a member of your family or a famous person.  Go with them to post the letter and bring the reply into school if they would like to share.
• Talk a walk in a local area and see what types of plants you can see.  Draw or take a picture and then work together to see if you can find out what the plant is called.
• Learn together how to count from 1 to 10 in Spanish.
• Look together on the internet to find out about Picasso and Gaudi.  Have a go at creating some artwork in one of their styles.  Bring into school to share with the class or a friend.
• Look together at BBC Bitesize Plants - BBC Bitesize Plants or BBC Bitesize Living Things in Their Habitats BBC Bitesize Living Things in Their Habitats

Here are some of the books that Stanwick class will be using in the summer term which you may like to purchase and read with your child are home:

Maths

The links below will enable you to see the maths curriculum for year 3 and 4 combined.  You will also be able to click on the knowledge organisers for each year group which will be useful when you are supporting your child at home.

Knowledge Organisers

Click on the links below for the termly knowldge organisers for different subject areas.  You can support your child at home by helping them to learn the key vocabulary and facts witin these documents.

Curriculum Web

Long Term Map