WELCOME TO YEAR 4
DearParentsandGuardians,
Aswebeginanewschoolyear,wewantedtoextendawarmwelcome toyouandyourchildrenfromtheYear4teachingteam.
We are excited to embark on this educational journey alongside your children. Our aim is to provide a nurturing and stimulating environmentwhereeachstudentcanthriveacademically,socially,and emotionally,allowingforaholisticapproachtolearningandteaching.
Together, we are a team dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive learning community, committed to fostering a love for learning and supporting each student's individual growth and development.
Throughout the year, we will explore a range of topics and activities designed to challenge and inspire your children. From interactive lessons to hands-on projects and engaging discussions, we aim to cultivatecuriosity,criticalthinking,andcreativityinourstudents.
InYear4,it'simportanttoestablishconsistentroutinesbothatschool and at home. Therefore, we would like to highlight a few key expectationsforyourchild'sweeklyactivities: Warmregards,
The Year 4 Team
Kirsty Els
PRIMARY LIBRARY
The Library is at the very heart of our school, and all classes will have a library session each week with Mrs. Honey. Children will be inspired to develop a love for reading as they are exposed to an exciting range of texts.
Katie Honey Primary Teacher Librarian
INNOVATION
Children are naturally drawn to the "magic" of technology, where they can experience the thrill of instant results with just a touch of a button. The exciting and innovative use of technology led by our specialist innovation teacher, Mr. Lucas, gives the children an exciting opportunity to explore a wider use of technology both in their classrooms and when they visit the new Innovation Hub here at school. The children love the opportunity to use new applications, program robotics, and create their own technological projects. Skill development, collaboration, creativity, and digital literacy are just a few of the many benefits these innovation afternoons offer the children.
Ben Lucas Innovation Teacher
THE SCHOOL DAY
In Year 4, we encourage children to come into school independently in the mornings. They can drop off their belongings in their locker from 7:30 am and may stay in the classroom if it is raining. School starts promptly at 7:50 am, so please ensure your child arrives on time, ready for learning.
If you arrive at school late, please take your child to sign in on arrival at the Primary Office after 8.05am.
● Learning starts from 7.50am to 10.10am.
● Morning Break at 10.10am - 10.40am. (Snack in your year group, in class, during playtime.
● Lessons resume at 10.40am until lunch.
● Lunch Break: 12.100pm to 1.05pm. All children eat a buffet style lunch in the refectory until 12.35pm and then go out to play until 1.05pm.
● Lessons resume at 1.05pm until the end of the school day at 2.35pm.
Absence from School
Parents are asked to email primary@bisphuket.ac.th before 7.30am if your child will be absent. All absences will be listed as unauthorised until notification is received.
Daily Requirements – Hats and Water Bottles
All children need to bring a hat and water bottle to school everyday.
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Each term, there is a wide range of after school activities that the children can sign up for. These range from sports, arts and crafts, computer science, and many more. Some activities run by outside providers have a fee, whereas activities run by class teachers are free.
After school activities begin from 2.45pm until 3.30pm. Teacher led activities are on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, with other paid activities running through the week.
In Year 4, children make their way to their after school activities independently unless collected by an adult. Please note: There is no supervision on the Primary Playground after 2.30pm, so please ensure that your child is actively supervised if they want to play in the playground at that time.
If you are late collecting your child after school, they will be taken to the Primary Office. Please come there to collect them.
P.E. KITS
There will be two P.E. lessons per week, and on these days, children may come to school dressed in their P.E. kit and trainers. In addition to regular P.E. lessons, our curriculum includes a swimming unit, which is an essential part of our physical education program. If your child is unable to participate in a lesson due to illness or any other reason, we kindly request a message from parents informing us of the situation.
Please be reminded that the Cruzeiro kit is not a PE kit and should not be worn during the school day.
COMMUNICATION
Effective communication between home and school is essential for your child's success. We encourage you to reach out to us with any questions, concerns, or insights you may have. Additionally, we will keep you updated on classroom activities, events, and important dates through emails and Seesaw, which is our primary platform of communication.
As partners in your child's education, we value your involvement and support. Together, we can ensure that this school year is a rewarding and enriching experience for all. We look forward to getting to know each of you and working together to make this year a memorable and successful one for your children. Class teachers will share codes at the beginning of the school year.
TECHNOLOGY DEVICES
Every child will be issued an iPad for use during the school day. This covers all computing requirements for Year 4. No children should be bringing phones, computers, or smartwatches into school. If these are seen, they will be confiscated, and parents will be asked to come in to collect them.
BIRTHDAYS
We love to celebrate birthdays in Year 4. Please give the class teacher at least a few days’ notice and ask for a suitable time slot to bring in a treat for the children. Please ensure all food is nut free. If you are bringing cake, please provide plates, forks/spoons, a cutting knife, and candles. For ease, we recommend cupcakes or doughnuts. Please, no individual gift bags.
EDUCATIONAL TRIPS
This year, the children will take part in several educational trips, including visits to the Thavorn Museum, Bang Pae Waterfall, and the mangroves. They will also visit Chaithararam Temple, more commonly known as Wat Chalong, accompanied by their Thai teachers. These experiences enrich our curriculum and help bring learning to life in a real-world context.
RESIDENTIAL CAMP
In Year 4, we organise a two-night residential trip in Term 2, focusing on independence and teamwork. As this is a key part of your child's development, all students are expected to attend. Closer to the time, we will hold a meeting to provide details and address any questions. This experience supports the British curriculum and enriches learning beyond the classroom.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
Throughout Year 4, the children are provided with the opportunity to take their learning outdoors, whether this be to play, to learn, or to take part in the many sporting activities that are available. Experiential learning opportunities support the children in developing a positive sense of themselves and others as they grow in confidence to explore and experience the world around them.
I.T. SUPPORT and COUNSELLOR
These services are available for your use. You will find the IT Department and Counsellor Office on the ground floor of the Main Teaching Building (MTB).
For further curriculum information, please contact your child’s teacher or visit the Primary section of the school website: https://www.bisphuket.ac.th/inspire-learning/primary/
HOMEWORK
Reading: Year 4 children should read for at least 15 minutes daily to support their learning and wellbeing. Encouraging a love for reading is key to their development.
Maths: Students should spend around 20 minutes per week on Maths. They will have a White Rose homework book to reinforce class learning and build confidence.
Other Homework: Additional tasks, such as handwriting or spelling, may be set if needed.
Homework should be enjoyable, and we encourage a flexible approach to completing tasks.
READ THEORY
ReadTheory is an interactive app designed to enhance your child's reading skills through interactive texts and quizzes. It personalises their learning experience, tracks their progress, and makes reading more enjoyable. ReadTheory helps boost your child's comprehension skills and confidence. The children are excited to see their improvement and participate in class challenges.
T.T.ROCKSTARS
T.T.Rockstars is a fun app to help your child master times tables through engaging games and challenges. It personalises practice activities, tracks progress, and makes learning multiplication enjoyable. TTrockstars boosts your child's maths skills and confidence. The children look forward to the yearly whole school competition to see if they are on top of the leaderboard for the week.
CALENDAR
KEY TERM DATES
● Term 1: 18th August - 12th December 2025
● Mid Term Break: 14th - 18th October 2025
● INSET Day (School Closed) 20th October 2025
● Term 2: 5th January - 4th April 2026
● Mid Term Break: 16th - 20th February 2026
● INSET Day (School Closed) 23rd February 2026
● Term 3: 20th April - 19th June 2026
USEFUL LINKS
Parent Handbook Linked HERE
This handbook contains all the information you need about your child’s school experience.
Year 3 & 4 Curriculum Booklet Linked HERE
The Curriculum Booklet contains an overview of the BISP Year 3 and 4 curriculum.
Code of Conduct for Parents Linked HERE
We ask all community members to behave with Respect, Compassion and Integrity. Full details can be found in this code of conduct.
Parent Portal Login Page Linked HERE
The parent portal can be accessed through the school website. It contains information only available to parents. You will need your account and password details to login.
Schools Buddy Linked HERE
SchoolsBuddy is where you need to book your child’s after school activities each term. You will need to use your child’s account to select activities. User accounts and passwords are required.
