STAR TIP!

• Make up a self care study jar! Write down on pieces of paper what revision you need to do. For example, 30 minutes of Maths, 30 minutes of English. Then write down on different pieces of paper, treats and rewards that are going to help you. For example, a bar of chocolate, a bath, watch a film, or speak to a friend.
  Once you have written these down, fold each piece of paper up like raffle tickets and put them in a jar or box. Each day or week, you can change what you put in. This can be a really FUN way to revise, which means you get all your study done, PLUS get to relax and have fun along the way. All you need to do is make sure you put everything you need to study and some fun stuff to help you along the way.

 

TOP TIPS..

• Prepare early
• Ask someone for help
• Make up flashcards to help you
• Ask someone to be your study buddy
• Manage your time
• If you have worries or concerns talk to someone about them
• Take regular breaks when studying (every 30 minutes - an hour)
• Get outside for some fresh air and go for a walk
• Drink water
• Eating regular meals
• Focus on breathing
• Get plenty of sleep
• Write down all your worries
• Tap your thumb and index finger together. This can help you feel more calm
• Squeezing stress balls or putty can help you. If you don't have these playdough works well too
• Listen to some relaxing music
• Don’t compare your experience or results to others. Everyone is different. We all learn at a different pace and have different learning styles

ON THE DAY..

• Make sure you get your bag and everything you need ready the day before
  Get up in plenty of time
  Have breakfast and a drink
  Remember to breathe! Focusing on your breathing can help you to stay calm
  Tapping your fingers together can also be a really useful calming technique
  If you can go for a walk and get some fresh air beforehand
• Focus on reading the question and any information you need to. If it helps read through all the exam questions before you start. This will help you decide how much time you need need to spend on each question. Even if you aren't sure on a question, putting any answer down is better than no answer at all! Perhaps what you share might be the information the examiner is looking for. I have lost count of the times I thought something was wrong or wasn't good when it's actually been correct or good. 

 

AFTER THE EXAM..

Congratulations on finishing the exam.

Forget about the exam for now if you can! You have done the best you can.

Well done. Now take some time to relax, and if you need to prepare for the next one.