How To Cope With Exams

Exam time can be just as stressful for parents as it can for children! But there are some ways to help you get through this tough time. Here are some tips that may help:

Keep children motivated. It is so easy for a child to give up thinking that they will never be able to get all the revision to sink in. Keep encouraging and praising (even though at the time you may feel that your efforts are not appreciated!).

Try to find out what works for your child. Some people learn well by writing notes and learning them, others find computers more useful. Remember that what worked for you when you took exams isn't necessarily what will work for your child!

Revision aids can be a great help. The BBC bitesize website is great and is supported by schools as well www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/

Above all - be patient. The exams won't last forever! Even if your lovely teenager has turned into a stressed, stroppy stranger things will return to normal! The more support you can offer then the easier it will be!

Good luck to anyone with exams coming up next month!