REVISION IDEAS

Here is a link with some revision material for core subjects and ideas for ‘How to revise‘: https://m.youtube.com/@GetThatGCSErevision and the powerpoint we shared in assemblies: Revision Top Tips

The year 11 Grade booster SharePoint pages are up and running and they are full of resources to help you work smart and lift your game for the summer exams.

Why not start with the subject rag rating tables to help you prioritise and plan your revision, plus a template revision planner you can save and fill in digitally or print and fill in by hand.

There is a folder with resources uploaded by our subject leads; these include video links, glossaries, blended learning resources, knowledge organisers, links to research and newspaper articles, worksheets and practice tests. Simply click on the folder for your subject and see what we have found to help you boost your grades. The latest addition is advice on how to use past papers and mark schemes most effectively to super charge your revision.

Because we know things can feel a bit uphill when you are working so hard, we have also put together some wellbeing resources for you – with tips on relaxation, diet, exercise and how to get enough sleep.

Go to the student SharePoint and click on the Grade booster tab – from there you can explore and see what works for you. Alternatively click on these links:

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pastedGraphic.pngRevision resources including online resources by subject (Wip)

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Click here for the Coping with GCSE’s handy guide.

Letter regarding the purchase of Science revision books.

REVISION TIMETABLE

These sessions are an excellent way to revisit knowledge and content and ensure you are clear on exam structure and what you need to do to hit those top grades:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Tutor time English – targeted students Maths Masterclasses – targeted students

Science – targeted students

HPA – targeted students

Science – targeted students

History – targeted students

Maths Masterclasses – targeted students

Science – targeted students

Sociology
Lunchtime DT – use of workshop/PCs if needed for catch up

Music

History intervention – targeted students – week 1

DT – use of workshop/PCs if needed for catch up

Business Studies – drop-in sessions

RS

History intervention – targeted students – week 2

DT – use of workshop/PCs if needed for catch up

Business Studies – drop-in sessions

Targeted French Speaking Revision

Business Studies – drop-in sessions

History intervention – targeted students – week 1 & 2

Music
Afterschool Maths

RS

Science

Music

English

YEAR 11 – EASTER BOOSTER SESSIONS

Please be aware that booster sessions have now been confirmed for the following subjects and dates over the Easter break:

Tuesday 8 April 2025:         

Morning: Religious Studies     

Afternoon: Sociology

Wednesday 16 & Thursday 17 April (the same schedule on both days):

Morning:

Maths Higher tier only – open to all

English (by invitation)

Afternoon: 

Maths Foundation tier only

English (by invitation)

The English team will be liaising with the Maths faculty so that students are invited to the appropriate English revision session.

While final details have yet to be confirmed, last year’s booster session timings were:

Mornings:  9:00 / 9:30 start, finishing 12:00 / 12:30

Afternoons: 12:30 / 13:00 and finishing by 15:00

This year’s sessions will be similar in length and start/finish times; we will confirm the exact timings closer to the time. 

Students will need to bring their own lunch and also organise transport as the school buses don’t run during the holidays.