Revision Top Tip: Understanding a topic is better than just memorising, so if there are topics you are struggling with, ask for help from your teachers.
April is Stress Awareness Month. We had Kooth in College yesterday and next week there is a Mindfulness session taking place. Head to the multi-faith room at 10.30am on Thursday 18 April for join in and make sure you are heading towards the upcoming exams in good form.
Did anyone see former student Lee Jenkins on BBC1 last night as he reached the quarter-finals of Masterchef? Lee was as on the BTEC Sport course at the College 12 years ago. Your former teachers are watching and cheering you on Lee!
Revision Top Tip: Some people find that they take things in more when they hear it rather than reading it. If that’s you, why not record your notes on an audio device, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player. You can listen to it as you lie in bed or on the bus.
Congratulations to A level Music learner Lucca Masters, who has recently received a Distinction for his Grade 8 piano. Well done on this significant achievement, which is a reflection of his accomplished skills on the piano.
Welcome back to all learners for the start of the Summer Term. It’s a vitally important term, with exams coming up for all students. Good luck to you all!
Dig out your lanyards and ID cards because lessons resume on Monday. With just two weeks until Year 12 learners sit their progression exams, full attendance and excellent punctuality are more important than ever.
Revision Top Tip: If you are finding revising difficult, try putting posters or post-it notes of key information on your wall. These regular reminders can help key facts to stick in your brain. Some students even find that reciting aloud from these posters pays off.
Revision Top Tip: Planning in breaks is as important as planning the topics you are going to revise, so make sure you have time for rest & relaxation too! Revising in 20-30 minute spells is often the most effective way to do it, rather than trying to concentrate for hours on end.