Autumn Term Enquiry: How Far Have We Come?

In Year 4, in Autumn Term, children explore the Ancient Greek civilisation, learning about their society, transport, housing, clothing and traditions. They will use artefacts, sources and timelines to support their learning and compare Ancient Greece with Ancient Egypt, noticing how these civilisations existed at overlapping times.

Through History and Art, children will see how the Ancient Greeks have influenced the modern world, including contributions to medicine, maths and democracy. In Geography, there are links to land use in Athens and Sparta, helping children understand how geography shaped societies. This enquiry lays the foundations for studying other civilisations, such as the Romans (Year 4 Summer Term), Anglo-Saxons (Year 5 Autumn Term), Vikings (Year 5 Spring Term) and Mayans (Year 6 Spring Term).

Spring Term Enquiry: What Power Does Water Hold?

This term, children study rivers and water systems through Geography and Art/Science. They will investigate the local river, collect water samples, identify key features, and consider ways to improve water quality. Children will link their learning to the water cycle in Science and explore water movement in Art, inspired by Claude Monet.

Fieldwork skills are developed through observations, sketches, and collecting evidence, and children will consider human impact on rivers and the environment. This enquiry encourages understanding of natural processes and the importance of protecting local habitats.

Summer Term Enquiry: Is It Better to Be a Leader Than a Follower?

During this term, children explore the influence of the Roman Empire in Britain, including trade, housing, transport (like the Fosse Way) and religion, such as the introduction of Christianity. They will learn about significant leaders, including Boudicca and consider the impact of leadership on society.

Through History, Art and Science, children will see how leadership and decisions shaped communities and daily life in the past. DT links to Roman culture as children create a Roman dish. This enquiry prepares children for learning about the Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, and Mayans, and encourages reflection on leadership and the decisions that shape history.