Revision
Often, pupils think that reading back over notes a couple of hours before a test counts as ‘revision’. Or, that turning up to after school revision sessions counts as ‘doing revision’. The reality is that for revision to be effective, it cannot be passive like this. On this page we hope to share some active strategies to support effective revision. Please note that pupils will be taught these strategies in tutor and also in subject specific lessons. We hope that this reduced the anxiety learners may feel leading up to exams, but please remember our staff are here to support you all through this revision cycle.
WLA Revision support document – KS4
How to revise successfully: top tips
- Start revising early – months before the exams
- Use a revision timetable to organise when you are going to revise
- Know which topics you need to revise, reflect on your areas of strength and weakness
- Chunk up your revision into 30 minute sessions and then take a 10 minute break
- Set up a study area where you can work
- Remove distractions – when revising, put your phone away and turn the TV off
- Put post-it notes up with key information on around the house
- Complete practice papers in timed conditions
- Don’t just read over your notes! Turn your notes into flashcards / mind maps
- Reward yourself – when you have completed a revision session, reward yourself with chocolate, or some time watching your favourite TV show.
Revision Strategies
Past Papers and Self Assessment
Cornell Notes and Blank Cornell Notes for Printing
