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On this page, there are three sections to support effective revision for students.
1 Revision Techniques - practical ways to revise that are proven to support the remembering of content/topics. Subject teachers will be able to suggest which works best for their subject. We are developing these throughout modules 2 and 3 in tutor time.
2 Revision Tips - knowing when, where and how to revise is just as important as the techniques. Read through the tips to know how to set up efficient revision.
3 A Parent's Role - What you can do to support your child to have an effective routine
1 Revision Techniques
Practical ways to revise that are proven to support the remembering of content/topics. Subject teachers will be able to suggest which works best for their subject. We are developing these throughout modules 2 and 3 in tutor time.
Study Skills - Habits.pdfStudy Skills - Skills.pdf2 Revision Tips
1. Start revising early
— i.e. months, not days before the exam.
2. Plan your revision using a timetable
Planning out your revision means you can spend more time revising and less time worrying you've forgotten something.
Students have been given 2 templates to use.
3. Don't spend ages making your notes look pretty
This is just wasting time. For diagrams, include all the details you need to learn, but don't try to produce a work of art.
4. Set up a nice, tidy study space
You'll need somewhere with good lighting, your pens close by, your phone out of sight and your TV unplugged. Try not to revise on your bed, or you'll be dreaming of pink igloos and elephants before you know it.
5. Vary your revision with different activities
Try a variety of different revision techniques — answering practice questions, writing down notes from memory, and using Revision Guides, Flash Cards, Exam Practice Workbooks
6. Set aside time to do fun things — don't turn into a revision zombie
Don't totally stop yourself from having fun. This'll help you stay motivated, relax, and allow you to keep up with your favourite hobbies.
7. Keep your phone and other distractions away.
Phones are great, but they're a one-stop shop for procrastination. Heed our warnings and stick it in a drawer while you were revising.
8. Sleep and eat properly
Sleep is more important than you'd imagine — it helps your brain store all the juicy information you've learned throughout the day. Drinking plenty of water and eating healthy foods will also boost your concentration throughout the day.
9. On exam day, make sure you arrive in plenty of time
Nothing adds extra pressure to exam day like the fear of being late. Just make sure you set off a little earlier than usual. While you wait, if people around you seem stressed about the exam, try to relax and not let their worries affect you. You've prepared well.
3 A Parent's Role
What you can do to support your child to have an effective routine
1.Set a routine of study at home:
1.Set a routine of study at home:
Ask your child about their revision timetable
Ensure there is a quiet area conducive to work
Ensure that phone, games console, computer, TV time is limited – the internet is not always required for revision!
2. Monitor your child’s social life:
2. Monitor your child’s social life:
When are they allowed out?
What are they doing at weekends and holidays?
Ensure they have a good sleep pattern
Monitor and set limits around their social media
3. Support school rules:
3. Support school rules:
Ensure your child comes to school on time and every day
Ensure your child comes to school in correct uniform
Ensure your child completes their homework to a good standard
Communicate with your child’s tutor if any problems arise
Support our conduct and behaviour codes both in and out of school
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