<![CDATA[Kexborough Primary School - Year 4 Blog]]>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:49:20 +0000Weebly<![CDATA[Year 4 March into the Roman Army!]]>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:37:36 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/year-4-march-into-the-roman-army​This week, Year 4 stepped back in time to learn all about the mighty Roman Army. We discovered why the Roman Army was so successful and how its organisation helped the Romans build one of the largest empires in history.

The children learned about legions, cohorts and the tents used by Roman soldiers when travelling and setting up camp. We were amazed to find out how organised the Roman Army was and how soldiers had to work together to be successful.

One of the highlights of the lesson was learning about the famous Testudo ("tortoise") formation. Although the weather meant that we could not go outside, we adapted our plans and recreated the formation in the corridor instead. The children thoroughly enjoyed acting out the role of Roman soldiers and worked brilliantly as a team to protect themselves from incoming attacks.

We also dressed one of our classmates as a Roman soldier using makeshift armour and equipment. The children learned about the different pieces of a soldier's uniform and weaponry, including the gladius (short sword), caligae (military sandals), scutum (shield), lorica segmentata (armour), pilum (javelin) and cassis (helmet).

The lesson brought history to life and gave the children a fantastic opportunity to experience what life might have been like for a Roman soldier. Well done, Year 4, for your enthusiasm, teamwork and excellent historical knowledge!
]]><![CDATA[A Wonderful Surprise Visit from Some Fluffy Friends!]]>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:38:18 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/a-wonderful-surprise-visit-from-some-fluffy-friends​Our class had a fantastic surprise this week when one of our parents kindly brought in some four-week-old Silkie chicks from home for the children to meet.

The chicks were absolutely adorable and quickly became the centre of attention. The children were excited to learn about them and find out more about how they are cared for as they grow.

Many of the children showed great bravery when meeting the chicks for the first time. They enjoyed gently stroking them and were amazed by how soft and fluffy they felt. It was wonderful to see their confidence grow as they interacted with the chicks.

The smiles around the classroom were incredible and the excitement was clear to see. The visit created lots of happy memories and gave the children a valuable opportunity to experience something new.

A huge thank you to the parent who brought the chicks in to share with us. It was a fantastic surprise that brought so much joy to our day!
]]><![CDATA[Year 4 Skipping]]>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:50:31 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/year-4-skipping​Today, our Year 4 children took part in an exciting skipping workshop and they were absolutely fantastic!

The class demonstrated excellent skipping skills throughout the session, building on the techniques and knowledge they learned during the skipping workshop earlier in the year. It was wonderful to see how much progress they had made and how confidently they approached each challenge.

The skipping instructor was incredibly impressed by their enthusiasm, determination and skill. In fact, the children far exceeded her expectations with their performance and positive attitude. They listened carefully, worked hard and showed great perseverance when learning new tricks and routines.

We are extremely proud of all of the Year 4 pupils for representing our school so brilliantly and for showcasing their impressive skipping abilities.

Well done, Year 4 – you were amazing!
]]><![CDATA[Cricket In Year 4]]>Mon, 11 May 2026 10:59:21 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/cricket-in-year-4​Over the past three weeks, we have been incredibly lucky to welcome Dean, a specialist cricket coach, into school to work with our children. His sessions have been engaging, energetic and delivered to a very high standard, giving the children a fantastic opportunity to develop their cricket skills.

During the coaching, the children have been learning a wide range of important techniques including catching, batting, bowling and fielding. They have shown great enthusiasm in every session and have worked hard to improve their skills each week. It has been wonderful to see their confidence grow as they practise and challenge themselves.

For the first three weeks, we were fortunate enough to enjoy the sessions outside, making the most of the space and fresh air. However, today’s poor weather meant we had to move indoors. Despite the change, the children continued to show excellent attitudes and remained focused throughout the session.

The children have been fantastic ambassadors for our school, listening carefully, trying their best and showing excellent sportsmanship at all times.

A huge thank you to Dean for providing such high-quality coaching and inspiring the children with his passion for cricket. We are very grateful for all of his hard work and support.
]]><![CDATA[Year 4 Are Making Sound]]>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:36:31 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/year-4-are-making-sound​This week, we became scientists as we carried out an exciting investigation all about sound. Our main question was: How are sounds made? By the end of our lesson, we discovered that vibrations are the key to creating sound.

We explored this idea using a range of different objects: rulers, tuning forks, guitar strings and elastic bands. Each activity helped us to see and feel vibrations in action.

First, we used rulers hanging slightly over the edge of a table. When we flicked the end, we heard a sound and could clearly see the ruler vibrating rapidly. We noticed that changing the length of the ruler over the edge changed the sound it made—shorter lengths made higher-pitched sounds, while longer lengths made lower ones.

Next, we experimented with tuning forks. When struck gently and placed near our ears, they produced a clear tone. Some of us even placed the vibrating tuning fork in water and observed splashes, showing just how powerful those tiny vibrations can be.

We also looked at guitar strings. When plucked, the strings vibrated to create sound. We observed that tighter or thinner strings made higher sounds, while looser or thicker strings produced deeper sounds.

Finally, we used elastic bands stretched over containers. By plucking them, we created vibrations and sounds, just like the guitar strings. Again, changing how tight the elastic band was affected the pitch.

Overall, we learned that sound is made when objects vibrate, and these vibrations travel through the air to our ears. It was a fun and hands-on way to understand an important scientific concept, and we loved seeing (and hearing!) science come to life.
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]]><![CDATA[Peak Venture - The Final Morning]]>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:48:29 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/peak-venture-the-final-morningToday, we brought our fantastic residential at PGL Dearne Valley to a close.

This morning, the children took part in their final two activities: indoor climbing and raft building. During raft building, the groups worked brilliantly as teams to design and construct their own rafts before putting them to the test on the water. It was wonderful to see their teamwork, problem-solving and bravery as they all climbed aboard their creations!

Indoor climbing was equally impressive, with the children showing great strength, determination and resilience as they challenged themselves to climb higher and higher. It has been fantastic to see how much confidence they have all gained over the past few days.

We are incredibly proud of every single child for the way they have approached each activity, supported one another and represented the school so well throughout the trip.

A huge thank you must also go to the staff who kindly gave up three days of their own time to make this experience possible. Their support and enthusiasm have helped make it such a memorable residential for everyone involved.
]]><![CDATA[Peak Venture - Thursday Afternoon and Evening]]>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:51:10 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/peak-venture-thursday-afternoon-and-eveningThis afternoon has been another action-packed part of our adventure at Peak Venture!

The children took part in Night Line, a sensory walk where they worked in teams to guide one another along a trail while relying on their other senses. It was wonderful to see the communication, trust and teamwork on display as they supported each other through the challenge.

Later, we headed to Quick Zip, which proved to be a huge hit! The children showed fantastic determination and confidence. Many of them used what they had learned earlier in the day during abseiling and approached the challenge with even greater bravery. It was particularly lovely to see several children who chose not to complete abseiling step up and successfully take on the Quick Zip — which is actually even higher!

We are now looking forward to a slightly earlier night this evening so that everyone is well rested for our final morning tomorrow. We still have raft building and indoor climbing to look forward to, which promise to be fantastic activities.

After lunch, we will begin our journey home with 28 very tired (but very proud!) children who will no doubt be ready for their own beds.

See you all tomorrow!
]]><![CDATA[Peak Venture 2026 - Thursday Morning]]>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:42:07 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/peak-venture-2026-thursday-morningThe sun rose on Day 2 at Peak Venture and it was an early start for some of our adventurers, with the first murmurs beginning around 6:30am! Thankfully, it was a great night overall with only a few late-night chatters who were a little too excited about the day ahead.

We started the morning with a hearty breakfast of bacon, hash browns, beans and tomatoes, alongside a range of cereals and plenty of toast to fuel us for the busy day ahead.

We have also been incredibly proud to hear several members of the Peak Venture staff complimenting our children on their excellent manners and positive attitudes — something that has really stood out to everyone here.

This morning’s activities have already been full of excitement. The children took on abseiling, where it was fantastic to see so many of them showing real bravery and determination as they faced their fears and stepped over the edge. We also completed Survivor, where teamwork was key as the children worked together to build dens and learn the skills needed to start a fire.

It has been a brilliant start to the day, and the children are already looking forward to the next set of adventures!
]]><![CDATA[Year 4 - Peak Venture Day 1]]>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:47:52 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/year-4-peak-venture-day-1We have arrived safely and soundly at PGL Dearne Valley and what a brilliant first day it has been!

The excitement began as soon as we stepped off the coach and it certainly hasn’t slowed down since. The children threw themselves into their first activities with fantastic enthusiasm, teamwork and courage. Aeroball brought out their competitive sides (and some impressive bouncing skills), while Hide and Seek – in the dark – added just the right amount of adventure and mystery to the evening!

At teatime, everyone refuelled with a choice of chicken nuggets or delicious homemade lasagne, served with a selection of pasta salads. There were plenty of clean plates and happy faces.

The children are now showered and settling into their rooms for a well-earned rest. There are definitely some very tired eyes already, but even more excited smiles as we look ahead to a full day of activities tomorrow.

So far, so fantastic – PGL, we are ready for you!
]]><![CDATA[Year 4 Barnsley College Basketball Final]]>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:13:13 GMThttps://www.kexboroughprimary.com/year-4-blog/year-4-barnsley-college-basketball-final​Today, our Year 4 basketball team took part in the finals at Barnsley College, and what a fantastic experience it was! We took a team of ten children, made up of five boys and five girls, who represented the school brilliantly throughout the day.

Across four matches, we secured one win and narrowly lost three games. Every match was closely fought, and the children showed great determination, teamwork and sportsmanship from start to finish. Importantly, they never gave up, even when games were challenging.

The day was a great opportunity to learn more about basketball, including some new rules, and to learn more about ourselves as a team. The children should be incredibly proud of their effort, attitude and resilience.

Well done to everyone involved – you were a credit to the school!
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