Making A Start

1 - MOTIVATION

Think about WHY you want to do well in your exams:

• Sixth Form

• Dream Job

• Proving yourself

Focus on YOUR goals and DON'T compare yourself to others!

2 - STARTING OUT

• Don't waste time - Just get started!

• Turn off your phone (or put it in another room)

• Don't listen to music - it is a distraction

• Revise in short bursts 

• Start with something small - ease yourself in

3 - MAKE A PLAN

• It will help you to prioritise

• Include ALL your subjects and topics

• Identify times when you can revise

• Identify when you can't revise too... 

• Make a Timetable

4 - TARGETS

• Be realistic - make your targets manageable 

• Make targets for each session, each day, each week, each term

• When you hit a target, give yourself a reward

• Give enough time to tough topics

5 - ENVIRONMENT

• Think about where it is best to revise for YOU

• Close the door - shut out noise

• Turn your phone OFF

• Turn on a light

• Get a comfy seat

• Get a drink of water or cup of tea!

6 - REST & RELAXATION

• Make sure you get some good sleep

• Do something relaxing before you go to bed

• Take some exercise and get some fresh air

• Eat well - lots of fruit and veg!

• Drink lots of water