MODULE 3:
Study Skills
Everything you wish they’d told you at parents’ evening
As a parent, forewarned is forearmed. If you know what they’re supposed to be doing, it’s much easier to support them.
Parents’ evenings are once, maybe twice a year, and you get roughly 5 minutes per subject. That’s it!
That’s barely enough time to find out how your child is doing and ask a couple of questions! It’s definitely not enough time to get an idea of how each subject works.
We’ve put together a subject overview for the main subjects, so you’ll know how the course is structured, what the key skills are, and how they should revise it.
Knowledge beats nagging, every time!
FAQs
How long do I get this for?
You have access forever.
Do we get the ‘pro’ version of the Revision Plan Generator?
Yes. You can prioritise certain subjects, block out days, and automatically add weekend blocks. You get control over how many blocks happen by term too.
Does the planner integrate with Google / Apple calendars?
Yes. You download a .ics file which you can then import into the calendar of your choice.
Can I print a copy of their revision plan?
Yes. You can download the printable pdf.
Can I go back and edit their plan later?
Yes. It can be edited any time, including manually adding or removing blocks, for example around mocks.
Are the revision checklists specific to an exam board?
Yes. There’s a different checklist for each different exam board, so you’ll go through your child’s subjects and pick the exam board they’re doing.
Have you got checklists for everything?
We think so! We’ve covered GCSEs, BTECs and iGCSEs, but if you find something we’ve missed, just let us know and we’ll make it for you!
My child is in Year 9 – is this suitable?
Yes. The study skills are applicable already, and then you’ll still have access to everything when they’re ready for the checklists etc.
My child has already started their GCSEs – is it too late?
No! While the sooner they start, the more it’s likely to improve their results, it’s always better late than never!
What if I can’t get my child to look at this?
You’ve got a couple of choices. You can simply ask for a refund, or you can enlist us to help persuade them – there’s a video at the start explaining to them what’s in it for them too. We’ll happily hop on a zoom and see if we can help – just ping us an email.
Any other questions? Email me on emily@parentguidetogcse.com.
Still have questions? Check out ‘everything you need to know about the GCSE Toolkit‘!
If you feel the Toolkit isn’t working for you, we’ll give you a refund. Simple as that. No small print, no inquisition. (That said, we’d much rather help you make it work, so if you’re really struggling to get your child on board, we’ll happily hop on a quick Zoom chat to try and get them ‘sold’. Sometimes they just need to hear it from someone else… ??)
Working smarter, not harder:
3 Daily Habits to Successfully Beat Study Stress
You’ve probably heard of the 7 habits of highly successful people?
Well, these are the 3 habits of proactive, confident students.
Not only will these habits help your child avoid getting overwhelmed, they’ll keep them ahead of the game all year long.
These aren’t just powerful habits for GCSE students, they’re powerful habits for any time they’ll have to learn something!
“Success doesn’t come from what you do occasionally, it comes from what you do consistently.”
PLUS...
SIGN UP TODAY AND GET THESE BONUSES!
If we sold the elements of the Toolkit individually, it would be worth over £300.
You'll get INSTANT (and lifetime) access to all the resources when you sign up.
You'll also be sent a 'magic link' that takes you straight to the Toolkit and logs you in automatically, which you can pass on to your child so they can get in any time they like!
What if I have more than one child?
Awesome! It's lifetime access, so you can use it with more than one child.
What if my child won't engage with the Toolkit?
We have a 100% no-quibble money-back guarantee.
Get their actual exam timetable in January - no need to wait until schools send it out (usually after Easter...).
We update this each year as the new timetable is released, so even if your child is only in Y9 or 10, this will be available to you when they reach Y11. (Lifetime access, baby!)
Personalised Exam Timetable Generator
Our 'Stop, Drop & Breathe' technique teaches students to stop exam stress in its tracks.
It's simple, incredibly effective, and they can do it anywhere (even in the exam hall!)
Banish Exam Stress Forever
Why us?
We've poured over 30+ years of teaching experience into the Toolkit, plus countless hours of research on the psychology of the teenage brain.
Emily has a Masters from Cambridge University in Mathematics with Education (having attended the local Community School - no silver spoon here).
Now, although that sounds fancy, it doesn't actually mean much - what you really care about is whether I can get your teenager motivated, right?
Here's what some of our parents have said:
We’ve just spent a good couple of hours taking the masterclass and both loved it! Holly thoroughly enjoyed it, sceptical at first but as soon as the first task requested that we go house hunting; she was hooked! It’s inspired lots of chatting about her career thoughts, goals and what she realistically needs to be earning to buy that apartment near to Fulham Football Club. By writing things down, she has those goals and aspirations in front of her to remind herself what she wants to achieve.
Heidi
My daughter found the revision cheat sheets and having all the websites and information in one clear and concise place invaluable. Back in August, I would never have thought my daughter would still be so invested in her revision several months on!
Amanda
My daughter has always revised by making and reading notes. Since she learned about mindmapping she’s learning things so much faster!
Sarah
We have just completed the Toolkit - yay! Yr 11 Boy - He has engaged, he knows what he is aiming for (in terms of grades needed for the college course he thinks he wants to do) - he has had a go at some quiz style apps and we have selected which ones we are going to use alongside making Mind Maps and Flash Cards to cover all topics by half-term (yes - that's the plan!!).
Rebecca
If your child wants to go to university, it's better to start looking at the options sooner rather than later.
Our guide will talk you through all the key things to think about when helping them choose a university.
Guide to Choosing a University
Get better grades, with less stress
REVISION STRESSING YOU OUT?
Everyone keeps going on about how important revision is, but nobody actually tells you how to do it.
There’s so much content to cover that even the idea of figuring out where to start can feel overwhelming.
You have no clue how you’re supposed to manage school, homework AND revision without giving up all the things you actually enjoy doing.
The GCSE Toolkit gives you the TOOLS and the SKILLS to smash your exams.
It's not surprising! After all...
THE BIG QUESTION.
How do you know if the GCSE Toolkit will help you?
IF....
- you already know what revision methods work best for you
- you are confident about your exam skills
- you've already got the pathway to your 'dream job' mapped out
Only want the TOOLS...?
- a clear revision plan
- checklists for every subject
- a past paper bank
You need myrevisionplanner.com
YOU JUST NEED A SIMPLE WAY TO GET ON TOP OF IT ALL.
a simple (and flexible) plan to follow
to find the revision methods that work best for your brain.
to be able to see the progress you’re making (so it all feels worth it).
That's why we built....
You'll feel confident you're revising the right things with our subject checklists
You'll be able to SEE your progress every time you check off a topic
You'll stay on top of everything with a clear revision plan to follow (one that will still let you have a life too!)
You'll create a personalised revision plan that goes up to your exams, and it'll take you less than 10 minutes to make.
You'll understand which revision techniques work best for you, and how to use them to learn better and faster than ever.
You'll learn science-driven memory techniques, so you don't have to re-learn things.
You'll also learn the exam skills that will help you grab every mark you can!
You'll explore what's ACTUALLY in this for you - where will these exam grades take you?
We'll help you make sure you're working towards something you care about.
It will show you...
... THEN THE TOOLKIT ISN'T FOR YOU.
MODULE 1:
But WHY??
Staying motivated is VITAL, so we start off by working out what you're working for.
Having a better idea of your 'dream job' gives you something to aim for!
MODULE 2:
The Tools
Full access to all the tools on MyRevisionPlanner.com
- customisable revision plan generator
- checklists for every subject, so you can track your progress easily
- full bank of past papers, with mark schemes, plus the ability to track your scores.
PLUS... our English, Maths & Science Cheatsheets, links to great free online revision resources for each subject.
Level up your study skills to make all of your revision easier and faster.
We'll talk you through how to find the revision techniques that work best for you. (It's not one-size-fits-all).
MODULE 4:
The Exam SuperBoost
Tips and strategies for mastering your exam technique, so that you can squeeze every last mark out of every exam!
WHAT'S INSIDE?
Are the revision checklists specific to an exam board?
Yes. There’s a different checklist for each different exam board, so you’ll go through your child’s subjects and pick the exam board they’re doing.
