Years 3 and 4
Welcome to Year 3 and 4 at Highfields Primary School
What to expect in Year 3
Welcome to Year 3! In schools in England, Year 3 is for children 7–8 years old, and is the first year of Key Stage 2. There will be less of a focus on phonics and more emphasis on understanding and learning spelling rules. In maths, your child will start to use the column method and will learn their 3, 4, and 8 times tables. Children may move into different classrooms and work with different members of staff for certain subjects. There will be regular homework activities, including weekly spelling and times tables tests.
What to expect in Year 4
Congratulations! Your child is in Year 4. This can be a year which teaches nurture and encourage the feelings of independent thinking, learning and decision making. So just what can you expect if you have a child in Year 4?
They already know the routines for KS2; they have already realised that they have to do homework; they already understand that they are expected to learn a lot in a year; and that they are expected to become increasingly responsible for organising themselves. The children will take part in in a Multiplication Times Table Check in the Summer term, similar to the Phonics Check in Year 1.
In Lower Key Stage 2 (LKS2), we have three classes:
Year 3 - Kahlo Class
| Mrs Hudson - Class teacher |
Our Year 5 Class is named after Frida Kahlo, a famous Mexican artist who painted colourful self-portraits showing her brave spirit, her true feelings, and her love for Mexico's culture. |
Year 3/4 - Attenborough Class
Mr Smith - Class teacher |
Our Year 3/4 Class is named after David Attenborough, a famous nature storyteller who has spent his long life traveling the world to make incredible TV shows that teach children and adults how to love and protect our planet's amazing animals. |
Year 4 - Owens Class
Mrs Novorol - Class Teacher (Monday and Tuesday) Mr Page - Class Teacher (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday) |
| Our Year 4 Class is named after Jesse Owens, a legendary African American track star who won four gold medals at the 1936 Olympics |
Over the year, our pupils will learn about the achievements of the person that their class is named after.
Support Staff
Mrs King Mrs Lee Mrs Meakings |
Our teaching assistants work across our class bases to provide targeted support, interventions and PPA cover.
Our Curriculum
Here is a long term curriculum overview for Years 3 and 4. We follow a 2 year cycle for most subjects and will be on Cycle A for the academic year 2026-2027.
Year 3 and 4 class information booklet 2024 -25
Year 3 and 4 Key Instant Recall Facts
The Multiplication Tables Check (MTC).
In June, year 4 will take The Multiplication Tables Check (MTC). The purpose of the check is to determine whether your child can fluently recall their times tables up to 12, (with a particular focus on the 6, 7, 8, 9 and 12 times tables), which is essential for future success in mathematics. It also helps identify if your child needs additional support.
Please find some information on the MTC, and some links to websites or resources that can support you and your child, below.
Documents:
- TTRS Parent Guide
Links:
- Times tables Rock Stars (TTRS): https://play.ttrockstars.com/
A TTRS parent’s guide is also uploaded below for your information. Children are welcomed to practise at home in addition to the opportunities they are given in school. TTRS recommend a “little and often” approach: 3 minutes practice a day, 4 or 5 times a week is a good target.
- Online times tables practice games:
- More information and some ideas for what you can do at home: https://home.oxfordowl.co.uk/maths/primary-multiplication-division/help-with-times-tables/
The Standards & Testing Agency information video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ct5cDctLVTI
Statutory spellings
Helpful documents for the Multiplication Tables Check (MTC)
Times Tables Flashcards
Curriculum Information
For curriculum information, please see below