Coping with revision and exams

None of us like the thought of having to revise for exams. But a little planning can make things go a lot smoother!

>> Plan your revision to suit you – some people work best when it’s quiet, others prefer background music. Work little and often taking regular breaks and leave time for sleep and relaxing.

>> Take the stress out of revision by starting early and making a revision timetable. Make sure all your coursework is finished in good time or you could lose marks.

>> Talk to your parents or carers, friends and teachers if you need help and support at any time.

Your revision plan

First things first - write a timetable!
Work a little and often
Find the best place to revise
Break each subject into small bits
Make notes
Use highlighter pens
Practice on past exam papers

Stressbusters

You can relax by …

listening to music
shopping
playing football or another sport
watching TV
having a bath
going dancing
using lavender essential oil
doing yoga or meditation

But don’t forget to do some work!

Believe it or not - alcohol, drugs and cigarettes won’t help! Eating healthy food and exercising will (honestly!).

Top tips for exams:

Have a calendar with all your exams written in - and look at it!!
Think ahead - if you think you might get stuck in traffic then leave the house earlier.
Do you know what room your exam is in?
Have a checklist for things like pens, rulers and calculators - then you won't be having to think about it just before you go in.
Learn some deep breathing exercises.

Useful links:

BBC revision

Revision planners, chat and guides. Lots of useful stuff.

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