Blast Off!

Learn to Learn

Year 7 Workshop

Invigorate your Year 7s with this practical workshop. A toolbox of skills for their journey to academic success.

Key Aims

  • Develop independent learning skills, such as time management, note-taking, and research skills, that will be essential for success in secondary school and beyond.
  • Understand the difference between recognition and recall and learn how to improve recall through techniques such as spaced repetition, interleaving, and elaboration.
  • Try out several techniques that illustrate the power of retrieval practice, including flashcards, quizzes, and self-testing, to improve long-term memory retention.
  • Develop a basic understanding of the exciting neuroscience that underpins how we learn, including how the brain processes and stores information, and how we can optimise our learning through effective study strategies.
  • Develop academic resilience, including a growth mindset that emphasises the importance of effort, perseverance, and self-reflection in achieving academic success.
  • Mix with other students and engage in peer learning, through group discussions, collaborative projects, and peer feedback, to enhance learning outcomes and build social connections.
  • Learn how to get organised and prioritise, including creating a study schedule, breaking down large tasks into smaller ones, and managing multiple deadlines effectively.
  • Develop effective communication skills, including active listening, effective questioning, and respectful feedback, to enhance learning and build positive relationships with teachers and peers.
  • Understand the importance of a growth mindset and how to approach challenges with a positive attitude that emphasises learning and growth rather than fixed abilities.
  • Foster a sense of excitement and curiosity about Key Stage 3 by showcasing the new subjects, opportunities, and experiences that they will encounter.
  • Promote a love of learning by infusing lessons with fun and engaging activities, such as games, puzzles, and simulations, that tap into students' natural curiosity and creativity.
  • Help students develop a sense of belonging and community within the school by facilitating team-building activities and creating a supportive classroom environment.
  • Help students build confidence and self-esteem by recognising their unique strengths and talents, and encouraging them to use these to contribute to the school community.
  • Facilitate conversations about the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from junior to secondary school, and offer strategies for managing stress and adapting to change.
  • Celebrate the successes and accomplishments of each student, and encourage them to celebrate each other's achievements, fostering a positive and supportive classroom culture.
  • Learn how to set and work towards achievable goals, including short-term and long-term academic goals, and celebrate progress and accomplishments along the way.
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The Feedback

  • “I was surprised by how much I remembered using their techniques.”

    Blast Off Student A
    Year 7
  • “I think the neuroscience stuff we learnt will help me to keep going next time I'm stuck.”

    Blast Off Student B
    Year 7
  • “Although it was not a primary aim of the day, it was noticeable that our students gained in self-confidence. ”

    Anne Jones
    St Michael's RC Academy, Stockton-on-Tees
  • “I learned that if I try to get information back out of my head after I've studied it then I will be more likely to remember that information for a long time. ”

    Blast Off Student C
    Year 7

In Brief

  • Duration  Duration

    2 hour programme. Can be easily extended to a full day motivational event, combined with an employability, work experience, enterprise, financial awareness or team building theme.

  • Target Year Group  Target Year Group

    Year 7

  • Pricing  Pricing

    Costs are directly related to student numbers and delivery options. Contact us for a quote.

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