Year 4 newsletter 04.11.22 

We are rigorous, inquisitive and creative

In Literacy next week, we will begin reading our new text 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'. So, in preparation,  we have been designing  and creating our very own chocolate factory! The children researched, planned and built their creations using junk modelling materials and acrylic paint. We can't wait to put our factory together, it is going to look amazing!

A note from the principal 

Relationships are at the heart of a great school and all learning. This week, we have seen the importance of connection demonstrated in our wonderful Friendship Day. It was fantastic to see our Charities on Friday morning and all the thoughtful work happening in classes.

On Tuesday, myself and Ms. Carol hosted a superb parent session entitled ‘Helping your child to thrive at Bangkok Patana’. As a first for us, this session was offered in two languages and we really valued the opportunity to connect with our parents in this way.

Proud of you Patana!

Sarah McCormack

Upcoming events and dates for your diary

Loi Krathong- 8th November

This is a gentle reminder that Loi Krathong is on Tuesday 8^th November 2022. We would love to see the children in their traditional dress or Thai costumes on the day.

If you would like to purchase a new outfit online, please see the below for some helpful links, otherwise you can explore a local market or a superstore nearby.

Helpful links:

Thai costumes 1

Thai costumes 2

3- Way Conferences- 10th November

3- Way conferences are a fantastic opportunity for our students to share their learning journeys with you.  On this day, school will be closed for regular sessions but there are plenty of things to do around the primary campus!

Conferences are scheduled for individual students and parents/carers plus the class teacher for 15 minutes.

Please take a look at the video below for an idea of what our 3-Way Conferences look like for Year 4 children.

We recommend you allocate at least one hour for your visit, so your child can continue to show you their learning before and/or after their time slot.

If your child  receives EAL (English as an Additional Language) support, they should also visit the designated area in their year group to meet their EAL teacher and share some of their learning with you.

Specialist Subjects:

Although we are unable to schedule appointments with specialist teachers on this day, we encourage children to collect stickers in their conference passport by visiting these specialist areas:

• Pop in to the Languages Building to view your child’s Thai and MFL learning
• Go to the Sports Hall and take part in some PE games and challenges
• Drop by the Support for Learning Area in your child’s year group
• Visit the Blue Area to get a taster of our Music lessons
• Visit the library to enjoy some reading and borrow some books
• View some of your child’s ICT learning in our Computer Labs
• Play in our adventure playgrounds - but remember to follow our safety rules!

Please note that all ECAs and transport are cancelled on Thursday 10th November.

Learning In Year 4

Term 1A- Chocolate!

For more information please visit our Year 4 Curriculum Page.

PE- Term 1B

As Year 4 PE lessons are before break time, the children can arrive at school in their PE kits (or swimming kits underneath their PE kits). They will then need to change into their uniforms at the end of the PE lesson.

Athletics lessons require Patana PE kit, hat, water bottle and PE shoes.

Swimming lessons require black or Patana swim kit, swim hat, goggles and towel. Long sleeved rash vest / suit optional.

General Information