Tuesday, 22 July 2025

A Fond Farewell to Our Wonderful Year 4s




Today marked a truly special moment as we said goodbye to our fantastic Year 4 class on their final day at the Prince of Wales School.

Our leavers' assembly was a joyful celebration of all that the children have achieved during their time with us. From awards to a video montage of their best moments, it was a time to reflect, smile and share in the pride we all feel. One of the highlights was the whole-class music video – a vibrant, energetic performance of The Spark.  Full of personality, laughter and joy, the video captured the children's individuality and spirit. It was a powerful reminder that every one of them has found their spark – and they’re ready to let it shine.

We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all the parents, carers and family members who joined us today and who have supported the children, and us, so warmly over the years. Your encouragement, kindness and partnership have meant so much.

Thank you, too, for the generous and thoughtful gifts given to the Year 4 team. We were truly touched by your thoughtfulness.

As our Year 4s move on to their next adventure at middle school, we send them off with all our best wishes. They leave us ready to shine in new places, and we couldn’t be prouder.

Wishing you all a joyful, relaxing and sun-filled summer.

With warmest thanks,
The Year 4 Team 

Monday, 21 July 2025

Year 4's last day

 


Dear Parents and carers,

I can't believe the last day for year 4 is here. What a wonderful year it has been and we are looking forward to celebrating the children's time with us at POW at tomorrow's leavers assembly. 

Please see the leavers assembly letter for details, but here are some last minute reminders:

  • Non uniform. Children welcome to wear clothes for an awards ceremony.
  • Please ensure children have a snack, water, hat and sunscreen. 
  • There will be no hot dinners. Please either send your child in with a packed lunch or families can bring their picnic lunch (these can be stored at the back of the hall to avoid overheating in cars).
  • Following the assembly, parents, carers and siblings are welcome to stay for the after-show picnic party.    
  • Children are welcome to bring in a school polo shirt for signing. 
  • At 3:10pm, Year 4 children will all be taking part in a final walk around the school where the rest of the school will be clapping them out. With this in mind, we would recommend you pick your Year 4 child up at 3:20pm. 

Looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow.
Kind regards
The Year 4 Team


Thursday, 17 July 2025

The last few days



Hello everyone,

We’ve had such a lovely final few days in Year 4. This class is full of energy and expression, and we couldn’t have been prouder of their performance as a Samba band on Tuesday – they were fantastic!

On Wednesday, the children enjoyed a French Café experience, taking turns to be waiters and customers, ordering and serving food in French (see photos below). It was a great opportunity for them to practise their language skills in a fun and immersive way.

Today, they’ll enjoy their final fun swim of the year, and on Friday they will spend time with their Reception buddies in the morning, followed by our Stampede Exhibition at 2pm. Parents and carers are warmly welcome to attend, and you'll also be able to purchase your child's elephant – please check your emails for further details.

Next Week

We’re excited to let you know that Monday 21st July will be a special Party Day to celebrate our wonderful Year 4 pupils!

As part of the celebrations – and to help us film a fabulous Disco Scene for our end-of-year video – children are invited to:

🎉 Wear home clothes for the day

🎵 Bring in any bright, neon clothing or sunglasses for the disco filming (if they have any at home)

🛍️ No need to buy anything new – please use what you already have


📌 Year 4 Leavers’ Assembly – Tuesday 22nd July, 10:30am

A reminder that our Year 4 Leavers’ Assembly will take place on Tuesday 22nd July at 10:30am. Parents, carers and family members are warmly invited to join us for this special occasion.

We’re encouraging smart, formal attire for both children and adults – think awards evening! If you need support with suitable clothing, please do get in touch with the school office, as we have a selection of free-to-borrow items available.

As always, if you have any questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Kind regards,

Ms Browne and the fabulous Year 4 Team 😊








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Monday, 14 July 2025

Samba concert and Stampede exhibition

 

Dear Parents and carers, 

Just a quick reminder that the Year 4 Samba band will be performing tomorrow (Tuesday 15th July) at 3:10pm.  Parents, carers, grandparents and siblings are welcome - we hope you can make it. 

Also on Friday there is the Stampede by the Sea exhibition. Parents and carers are welcome to come from 2pm - 3.30pm.  





Monday, 7 July 2025

Things to watch and things to do

 


Dear parents and carers,

As we race towards the end of term, here are some reminders of things to do and things to look out for over the next few weeks:


Date

Things to Watch

Things to Do

Tuesday 8th July

Athletics start for year 4 at 10am. 

Please send your child to school with their PE kit, water bottle, hat and sunscreen.

Wednesday 9th July


Please send in a reusable plastic bag so your child can begin bringing home their school books and booklets.

Thursday 10th July


Please share your child’s leavers song choices by this date. 

Thursday 10th July


Please send your child to school with their leavers’ hoodies every day from now until they have recorded their leavers’ speech. You may also like to help them practise reading it at home.

Friday 11th July

Dance Day 

14:30 - 15:30


Tuesday 15th July


Deadline to return leavers assembly seating slips

Tuesday 15th July

Samba Drums performance 

15:10


Thursday 17th July


Please send your child to school with their swimming kit for their last POW swim.

Tuesday 22nd July

Leavers assembly

Doors open 9.45am. 

Assembly starts 10.30am

You and your child are welcome to come dressed for an awards ceremony.

Tuesday 22nd


Early pick-up: please wait for your child at 15:20 at the front of the school.


Thank you all for your continued support,
We look forward to seeing you at our end of term events,

Kind regards,
Ms Browne & the Year 4 team

Wednesday, 2 July 2025

Today's PSHE Lesson





In today’s PSHE lesson, we discussed menstruation (having a period), erections, and wet dreams. We also talked about how babies are made from a sperm and an egg, and how this relates to why periods happen. The children were very sensible and asked lots of great questions. I have advised the children to speak to parents and carers if they have any additional questions. The children in this class did not ask in class how the sperm and egg come together, although this is a question that children may ask at home. Typically, most PSHE schemes introduce teaching about sexual intercourse in Year 6; however, you know your own child best and will have a good sense of what information they are ready to understand. If you would like any support or advice on this topic, please feel free to ask.

Monday, 30 June 2025

Samba drums concert & other dates


 

Year 4 Samba Drumming Performance

We are excited to invite families to watch Year 4’s Samba drumming performance on Tuesday 15th July at 3:00pm. The children are eager to showcase the skills they have developed while learning these vibrant new instruments.

We hope you will be able to join us and celebrate their hard work. 🤞


Other Upcoming Dates
Tuesday 1st July - Year 4 transfer day (visit new middle schools)
Friday 4th July - Railways 200 day & Ms Aplin's last day with us
Saturday 5th July  - POWSA summer fair
Tuesday 8th July - KS2 Sports Day (am)
Thursday 10th July - KS2 Skateboard academy workshops
Friday 11th July - Dance Day 
Tuesday 15th July - Samba drums performance 3pm - school hall
Thursday 17th July - Year 4 last fun swim
Friday 18th July - Herd of elephants exhibition 
Tuesday 22nd July - Leavers assembly and last day
Wednesday 23rd July - INSET and start of the summer holidays