Welcome to Elm Class
Our teachers are Mrs Tonks and Mrs Stephens and our Learning Partners are Mrs Cornwall and Miss Clarke.
Here you will find information about our class and the learning that we will be doing this term.
We look forward to telling you all about our fantastic learning.
WELCOME TO ELM CLASS
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Deputy Head Teacher and Class Teacher
Carly Tonks
Deputy Head Teacher and Class Teacher
Carly Tonks
I have been teaching for over 15 years and have experience of working in three different primary schools. I was previously Deputy Headteacher at Willow Primary, but am currently in the role of Acting Headteacher. Like many people who are passionate about their career, I find that I work at my best when faced with a fresh and exciting challenge. The happiness, well-being and success of every child is of utmost importance to me and it is only through a supportive partnership between child, parent and school that we can achieve this.
When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with my two children who keep me very busy. I also have a lively dog called Brody, who needs regular walking and entertaining to tire him out. My cat, Millie, is getting old now, so she is just happy being curled up on my lap in the evenings and enjoying a stroke.
Class Teacher
Laura Stephens
Class Teacher
Laura Stephens
My name is Mrs Stephens. I have worked at Willow Primary Academy for a number of years and was a student teacher and supply teacher here before that! I love the school and all of the children and every day is different and so rewarding. I love to create experiences for the children to remember. During my time at Willow I have taught in every year of the Juniors. I am subject leader of P.E, Computing and French but I also love Science. In my spare time I love walking, especially near water, spending time with my family and our two bunnies and listening to music.
Learning Partner
Clair Cornwall
Learning Partner
Clair Cornwall
Learning Partner
Laisha Clarke
Learning Partner
Laisha Clarke
Hello. My name is Miss Clarke. I have recently joined Willow as a Learning Partner. I have always wanted to work with primary school children and Willow has given me this amazing opportunity. In my spare time I enjoy reading as well as spending time in the sunshine with my boys and our dogs.
Our Curriculum
Year 4 Curriculum Overview
The following document gives you more information about the Curriculum in Year 4
Key Information
HOMEWORK
Please ensure you are aware of the homework expectations for Elm class.
Your child will receive Dojo points for completing homework.
The majority of homework will be completed on Doodle Learning. This can be done by logging onto https://doodlelearning.com/ using the website or download the apps.
The expectation is:
- Children will log onto Doodle Maths, English, Spelling and Times Tables every week.
- The Doodle target is at least 50 stars a week.
- Creative homework will be set weekly on Class Dojo.
READING AT HOME
“Reading is the gateway skill that makes all other learning possible” – Barack Obama.
Reading at home expectations:
- Children should try to read every night.
- Reading logs need to be signed when you have read with your child.
- The children earn a Dojo points each time they read at home and they can spend these in the pride shop.
- Reading books and reading logs need to be in school everyday as children will read their books during our daily DEAR sessions.
- Children can change their scheme book or class library book when they have finished their current book.
OTHER INFORMATION
- PE is on a Thursday. Please make sure your child wears their correct PE kit into school and any jewellery is removed.
- Please ensure your child’s belongings are labelled clearly with their name
- Please provide them with a drinks bottle that they have in school everyday.
- All important messages will be given through Class Dojo, so please check this regularly.