In Science, pupils investigate states of matter, sound and electricity through practical enquiry and experimentation. Our Geography curriculum develops children’s understanding of natural processes as they learn about volcanoes, mountains and earthquakes, the water cycle, and the significance of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, including the environmental challenges it faces today.

In History, children explore the lives and achievements of the Anglo-Saxons and Scots, discover the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt, and learn about important aspects of local history. Carefully chosen texts help bring this learning to life, developing reading fluency, comprehension and a love of reading.

In Mathematics, children further develop their fluency, reasoning and problem-solving skills, applying their knowledge across a range of contexts. In writing, pupils build confidence and independence, using increasingly ambitious vocabulary and a secure understanding of grammar and punctuation to write for a range of purposes and audiences.

Throughout their time at Westgate, all of our children learn about a range of festivals, religions and cultures, developing respect for diversity and a greater understanding of the wider world.

Learning beyond the classroom plays an important role in enriching the curriculum and providing memorable experiences. In Year 4, this includes a visit to the British Museum and taking part in the Festival of Light. Please refer to our Meet the Teacher information, curriculum overviews and newsletters to find out more about the topics your child will study throughout Year 4.