Year 4 2025 - 2026
Mrs Lonsdale 4LB
Hi! I’ve worked at Woodlands for fourteen years and have mainly taught in EYFS and Key Stage One. I’m really excited to be moving into the juniors this year and can’t wait to get started!
When I’m not in school, life is wonderfully busy at home with my husband and our three little girls - we’ve recently welcomed twins to the family, so there’s never a dull moment! We love spending time outdoors, especially at our allotment or in the garden. I also help to lead a local Rainbows unit, which I really enjoy.
We have a cheeky cat called Percy and six pet chickens, who keep us on our toes! When I do get a quiet moment, I love sewing and making things — anything creative makes me happy.
I’m also the Geography Lead across school and love finding ways to make learning about the world exciting and engaging for the children.
Mrs Dutton 4LD
I have been teaching at Woodlands Primary School since September 2013, and lead our Year 3/4 team. I am passionate about teaching all subjects, but I really enjoy teaching English, exploring different narratives and writing imaginatively and creatively. I lead English across our whole school, and love to plan exciting activities to promote reading at Woodlands. When children reach the top of the reading chart or strive for 5, it makes my heart sing!
When not in school, I can usually be found running around after my three children or my dog, Bertie. I love reading stories with my children or baking yummy treats in the kitchen.
My motto is 'Shoot for the moon, even if you miss you'll land among the stars!'
Miss Sheard 4LB
Hello, I’m Miss Sheard and I’m so excited to be teaching Year 4 this year!
I love teaching all subjects, but I’m especially passionate about Maths and History. I enjoy helping the children build confidence in Maths and showing them that everyone can be a mathematician. In History, I love sparking curiosity about the past and bringing our topics to life.
When I’m not in school, I spend lots of time with my friends, family, and dog, Willow. I enjoy being outdoors, travelling, exploring new places and anything arty!
I’m really looking forward to a fantastic year of learning and fun together!
This half term, we will complete our study of 'Zeraffa Giraffa' by Dianne Hofmeyr and Jane Ray.
We will plan and write a persuasive guide for visiting Zeraffa at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris.
Once complete, we will study 'Wisp - a story of hope' by Zana Fraillon and Grahame Baker Smith.
At the end of the unit of work, we will write our own narrative from the point of view of the Wisp.
During this half term, we will be learning about decimals and money.
During science this half term, we will be learning about plants
This half term in History, we will study Ancient Egypt. In this unit, children will learn about the Ancient Egyptian civilisation and why it was so advanced. They will explore the importance of the River Nile and how it supported daily life. Children will investigate artefacts and evidence to learn about the past. They will discover Ancient Egyptian beliefs, including mummification and the afterlife. The unit will introduce hieroglyphics and how Ancient Egyptians recorded information. Children will develop historical enquiry skills by asking questions and interpreting evidence.
P.E Information
For this half term only, our PE days will be Monday and Friday each week.
Indoor kit: a white t-shirt, black shorts, pumps and socks
Outdoor kit: plain, dark coloured jogging bottoms, a jumper or hoody and outdoor trainers, socks
Please make sure all items of school clothing are clearly labelled and that named water bottles are sent in daily.
