At The Purbeck School, we want to support our students prepare effectively for their examinations, based on educational research which works.
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These are our top revision tips…
Spaced practice
Spaced practice is a study technique where you review material in intervals over a long period of time.
* Plan short and frequent review sessions
* Review over an extended period of time
* Include old content with new information
Retrieval Practice
The act of retrieval, or bringing information to mind, strengthens our memory.
* Practise past exam papers
* Question and answer using flashcards
* Self-quiz using Look, Cover, Write, Check
* Create mind maps to link concepts
Mindset
Unlock your potential by having a positive mindset and a genuine desire to learn and do well.
* Engage in all lessons
* Plan time at home to revise
* Learn from mistakes
* Work hard!
Support
Actively seek out support from everyone around you.
* Ask your parents for a quiet study space at home
* Ask for help on exam anxiety from the Nest
* Ask your subject teachers for help on gaps in your knowledge and skills
Attendance
Attending school every day is vital – every lesson counts!
* Poor attendance increases gaps in your knowledge
* Maximise time with your expert teachers
* Revise with your friends.
* Increase attendance ” Increase exam results!
SUBJECT SPECIFIC REVISION TIPS
Our Heads of Department have created videos to support you prepare for examinations in each subject. Information will include:
* How students are assessed in each subject
* What revision activities students must be completing each week to prepare for the summer
* What extra revision activities students could be completing each week to prepare for the summer
* How students can get help and support
