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Exam focused preparation

Year 11 Intervention Evening

How wil ill school support your child to be exam ready ?

1.Preparation in lessons 2.Subject specialist staff 3.Support for success sessions 4.Easter revision preparation sessions 5.Timetable change from May 10th 6.Breakfast revision sessions

Exam focused timetable Yr 11 from Friday 10th May 2019

Date ( week 2) Period 4 Period 5 Computer Studies- KLT French - TR/EW Date (week 1) Period 1 Period 2 Period 3 Period 4 Period 5 Comp Sci: Computer Systems EXAM (9.00- 10.30 ) 29 students French EW/VP PE fitness -KF/SL Drama-LSt / Media- PJ/AOC Chemistry/ Combined Science - ABB/SLC/RB/KJ/JMe/IF/NV Biology/Combined Science ABB/SLC/RB/KJ/JMe/IF/NV Science French revision -Ew/VP PE -Health and Performance - SLO/KF

French 8am PE 8am Chemistry & Comb Science 8am French 8am

Biology/Combined Science --ABB/SLC/RB/KJ/JMe/IF/NV No lessons Exams Revision Lessons

Fri 10th May C.Studies 8am

RS Route B Comp 1 Catholic EXAM (1hr 30) 135 Candidates RE- AN/NW/RN/JL/Ewa

• ption subjects -RM,

Art,Geog,Fo,Hi Exams

• ption subjects - RM, Mu, History,

Gr,Sp Revision sessions Lessons Computer Science -KLT French Ewa/VP RE -AN/Ewa/NW/JL/RN English/RE Maths

• ption subjects -RM,

Art,Geog,Fo,Hi

Fri 17th May Thur 16th May Wed 15th May Tue 14th May Mon 13th May

LUNCH

Biology Paper 1 Tier H EXAM 31 Candidates Combined Sci Trilogy BiologyP1F EXAM 104 Candidates Revision sessions Revision sessions Revision sessions Lessons Exams Exams Exams English Literature Paper 1 EXAM ( 1 hr 45) 140 Candidates Revision sessions Lessons Exams Lessons Lessons French Listening & Reading Tier F EXAM ( 80mins) 31 Candidates French Listening & Reading Tier H EXAM (1hr 45) 15 Candidates Health & Performance EXAM ( 1 hr 15) 41 Candidates Drama Component 3 Interpreting Theatre EXAM( 1 hr 30 ) 18 Candidates Maths Option subjects -EM, PE,Me,Geog,Ar,Sp,CD Science Fitness & Body Systems EXAM ( I hr 45) 41 Candidates Chemistry Paper 1 Tier H EXAM( 1hr 45) 31 Candidates Combined Sci Trilogy Chemistry P1F EXAM ( 1hr 13) 104 Candidates English literature - JC/Pbi/GW/RSH/FM/GW /NR ( some students join after exam) Option subjects -RM,Ar,Geog,Hist, Fo, Hi Maths

• ption subjects - RM, Mu, History,

Gr,Sp Comp Sci: Algrthms & Prgmmng Wrtn EXAM ( 1hr 30) 29 Candidates French Writing Test Tier F EXAM ( I hr) 31 Candidates French Writing Test Tier H EXAM ( 1hr 15) 15 Candidates PE - SLO/KF Drama -LST

How can you help your child to be exam ready ?

• 1. Make sure they know the dates of all their exams
• 2. Make sure they know the start time of the exam
• 3. Make sure they have the right basic equipment for every

exam – black pens, pencil, coloured crayons for certain subjects

• 4. Make sure they have a calculator, ruler, protractor for

Maths exams, calculator and ruler for Science/Geography

• 5. Exam regulations – clear pencil case or simply a

polythene bag with the basic equipment in it. Water bottles with labels removed.

What will we expect from students?

1.To be in the correct uniform throughout 2.To be on time for school, for all lessons 3.To stay focused and behave appropriately 4.Failure to attend the lessons/revision lessons or any disruption to lessons which prevents others from learning will result in us expecting your child to work/revise from home and attend only for exams 5.To arrive at the correct exam room 10 minutes before the exam 6.To ensure they arrive with the correct equipment, fully prepared for the exam.

Wellbeing Guidance

Year 11 Intervention Evening

Anxiety

• It is ‘normal’ to experience anxiety!
• Exams are a stressful time for any young person

(and parent!)

• Mood swings and outbursts are more likely to
• ccur during this period
• Look out for other signs that your child may be

struggling, including poor sleep patterns or a change in appetite or behaviour

• Discuss with your child how they are feeling

about their exams and suggest strategies to deal with these anxieties

Sle leep and Die iet

• It is recommended that you have a minimum of 8 hours sleep per night
• Some students find it hard to switch off at night – try to create a routine

to encourage good sleeping patterns

• Avoid stimulants such as coffee/energy drinks late at night, but also

before an exam

• Make sure you have had breakfast on the day of your exam as being

hungry in the exam can lead to poor concentration

Revis ision/Life Bala lance

• Revision is obviously a key aspect of the examination process and is often

a word that brings fear/dread to a young person

• It is crucial that your child is not revising non stop – the time off is as

important as the time spent studying

• Make sure that your child has a clear revision timetable and free time

can also be included on the plan

• Exercise releases endorphins which will make your child feel good

Mobile Phone/Screen Tim ime

• Research shows that a high use of social media is linked to poor

mental health

• Research shows that social media and screen time in general, is linked

to lower quality of sleep

• Encourage screen-free time before bed so that they are able to switch
• ff and not be distracted
• Could you turn the Wifi off at 9pm so that the internet cannot be

accessed by your child?

How Can I I Help lp My Child?

• Work with your child to find what revision style works for them
• Encourage your child to take revision breaks and find a balance

between studying and doing things they find enjoyable and relaxing

• Make sure they are eating and drinking at regular intervals
• Encourage them to take some time after revising to wind down
• Reassure them – reinforce that you are and will be proud of them no

matter what happens

• Remain positive and hopeful!

How Can I I Help lp My Child?

• Plan a treat or an activity together to mark the end of the exams
• Set aside one to one time so that they can talk to you about any

worries that they have

• Let them know their feelings are valid and normal, but also offer

support and solutions where possible

• Anxiety is often worst at night and this means it is useful to encourage

good bedtime routine

• Work with them to develop relaxation techniques
• If anxiety and stress start impacting their day-to-day life seek help

from your GP

Getting Revision Right

Revis ision myths

• Reading – your brain cannot remember the necessary

information just from reading, you must be doing something!

• All about making materials – this is part of a much bigger process

which makes up revision

• Cramming – the brain much prefers spacing of information
• Solitary experience – testing and explaining with your peers and

families improves recall and your ability to organise information

Organisation

• Students should have created a timetable to follow
• Make sure both you and your child have a copy and use it as a

supportive tool

• There are 40 days before the first exam – the opportunity is there to

put lots of time into every subject with an effective timetable

• A well-lit space free from distractions – including music!

Revis ising

• Make sure you are clear how long you are going to revise for in one

sitting – no more than 2 hours.

• Have breaks semi-regularly then test and review what you are revising

to embed the information.

• Use your checklists to structure the order of topics within a subject.
• Your materials should adapt and change with you during the process.

Apps

• These are great for recording your revision, increasing your self-

awareness and provide you with guidance on the amount of content you have covered.

• However they must be used as part of revision.
• The danger of spending too long on apps is that you can become

passive towards the information

Past Papers

• The more questions you attempt and receive guidance upon the more

likely you are to succeed this summer.

• The information you are learning will be tested in an exam – it is vital

you can answer the questions!

• Application is a core skill in every subject and this is the best way to

test this skill.

• Make sure you have questions ready when you are revising a

particular topic.

Varie iety

Visual Maps Posters Charts Spider diagrams Images Summarising Mind maps Apps Auditory Record yourself and listen back Revise aloud Explain to another Test and be tested Talk it through with a friend Kinesthetic Walking Talking Revising Drawing Modelling Role-play Narrative Annotated diagrams Flash cards

Combine ideas from all three areas – your brain enjoys variety and prefers to learn in different ways.

Revis ision Marketplace

• In the dining hall we have a number of staff sharing and discussing

revision techniques

• Before you leave this evening please speak to them for advice on

particular strategies