Happy 2024! The New Year always brings a mix of emotions. You might feel happy for a fresh start and eager to get back to learning, but you might also suddenly feel aware that your exams are only a few months away. So, which habits can you start now to improve your grades in the following months?

The 2023 Summer Reading Challenge is here! This challenge is designed to help you get back into the habit of reading, explore new genres, and improve your comprehension, creativity and concentration.

So, you want to revise like an A* student? Why not become an A* student (yes, it’s totally possible). Revision can be a bore but it doesn’t have to be difficult. If you’ve ever heard of the ‘compound effect’ you’ll know that small, consistent actions add up to BIG results. It works the same way with revision. Cramming is not the most effective method but following these steps will guarantee progress in all your subjects.

The new academic year is the perfect time to set some new goals and aim to get ahead of the game. You don’t need to be poring over books day and night to improve your grades, but there are some things you can put in place to get you ahead of your peers and acing your classes!

Moving to secondary school can be daunting and you’ve probably got a lot of questions and worries about what to expect. Here are some answers to the most common questions asked by new year 7’s.