Steps To Exam Success

To try out each step of a research-based framework for effective revision
To identify knowledge gaps and plan when to address them
To understand why it's important to present information to the brain in small chunks
To calculate how much time remains and reflect on their current revision schedule
To learn a system for reducing text into neat bullet points
To write specific study questions that optimise retrieval practice
To try out retrieval practice strategies with peers
To supercharge revision resources using our flashcard masterclass
To learn how to structure a revision session using the strategies from the workshop
To use spaced repetition to fix content into long-term memory
To understand why mobile phones are so addictive and change habits based on the advice of a leading psychologist
To adopt a technique used by world memory experts to consolidate knowledge
To understand simple ways to maintain focus
To leave the session with a toolbox of practical revision skills

The Feedback

“It was varied and dynamic. I liked the fact that we got to try it all out instead of just listening.”

Steps To Exam Success Student A
Year 11
“It's helped me to feel less anxious.”

Steps To Exam Success Student B
Year 11
“I wish I'd been taught this stuff ages ago. I particularly liked learning the different ways I can improve my memory.”

Steps To Exam Success Student C
Year 11
“Study Skills Zone has helped our pupils to learn the skills they need to excel and to see that they alone are responsible for what happens in the exam room. ”

Bob Linnegar
Commonweal School, Swindon
“I'd been struggling to get started but now I know what to do. Having it presented in simple steps was so helpful.”

Steps To Exam Success Student D
Year 11
“Learning the revision strategies and why they work has given me a confidence boost. I feel like it will really help me to remember more stuff.”

Steps To Exam Success Student E
Year 11

Key Aims