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04/10/24

Students showing us some fantastic dance moves today for Friday Funday!📷📷 Have a lovely weekend everyone! pic.twitter.com/7hpbNY7qxa

03/10/24

🥳Funday Friday🥳 pic.twitter.com/49b8GSW2t7

02/10/24

Ever thought of becoming a teacher? Know someone who would make a great teacher? Need some inspiration to take the leap? https://t.co/Ev6R9gJNfV

02/10/24

We are delighted to welcome the students, staff, parents and wider community at Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre, who join our Trust today. The GLF team are looking forward to working with you all! pic.twitter.com/4U4JHydlHa

02/10/24

Applications for teacher training places open on 8th October! Contact us now for an informal chat about getting into teaching: info.org pic.twitter.com/1Ki2y7aVZ7

02/10/24

Last chance to book! If you haven't had the chance to visit yet, we still have a few slots available for tomorrow morning. Don't miss out—book your tour using the link below 👇 https://t.co/fM7z91j86d pic.twitter.com/C3BbizVKGj

27/09/24

It has been wonderful to welcome over 100 families to our school tours this week! If you haven't had the chance to visit yet, we still have a few slots available. Don't miss out—book your tour using the link below 👇 https://t.co/fM7z91j86d pic.twitter.com/WJSwkkhiEV

24/09/24

📣 We have vacancies for Exam Invigilators! Please see further information, Job Description and link to the application form below: https://t.co/i0Mmuz0qVO pic.twitter.com/crDJOMg7nZ

23/09/24

📢 There are only a few slots remaining so book with us today using the link below 👇 https://t.co/fM7z91j86d pic.twitter.com/MONn0SOkan

20/09/24

And they're off! pic.twitter.com/vaGHclY1ft

20/09/24

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20/09/24

📷 Don't forget to book to come and see us in action for our School Tours which start next week! Slots are filling up fast and we don't want you to miss out so book you slot today using the link below 📷 https://t.co/fM7z91j86d pic.twitter.com/uD6wCKMdXO

19/09/24

Parents' and Carers' are warmly invited to join us at our Coffee Morning between 11am and 12pm, Friday 27th September in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.Thank you in advance to all the students and staff who are baking cakes in support of this very worthwhile cause! 🍰 pic.twitter.com/7dgschlnIa

19/09/24

Shop with seven leading supermarkets via before 29th September and you have the chance to WIN back the cost of your shop. If you haven’t signed up on easyfundraising yet, now is a great time to join: https://t.co/JAneSxBQlp

16/09/24

Don't forget to book to come and see us in action for our School Tours! Slots are filling up fast and we don't want you to miss out so book you slot today using the link below 👇https://t.co/fM7z91j86d pic.twitter.com/du5VIegIUF

11/09/24

We are holding Open Mornings for Prospective Year 7 Entry to the School where you are warmly invited to visit us in action!To book your slot, please click on the link below 📷https://t.co/fM7z91j86d pic.twitter.com/NXKcFNOU1L

23/08/24

Congratulations to our class of 2024 on an excellent set of GCSE results. Particularly strong progress was seen in the proportion of students achieving a strong pass (5+) in both English and Maths. A fantastic effort by all. We wish our students the very best for their futures. pic.twitter.com/p5quBHvZPG

10/07/24

Year 7 Students are studying First Aid in their PATHS lessons this half term and have been practising bandaging and applying slings this week! pic.twitter.com/L4HV4FnApF

10/07/24

Thank you to all the employers, training providers and business owners who joined us for our Careers Fair. We appreciate you giving up your time to share your expertise, knowledge and enthusiasm with our students, helping them shape their dreams and aspirations for the future! pic.twitter.com/RTPKAstu1o

08/07/24

Do you feel your child needs support with the transition to de Stafford School or maybe has an additional learning need? Then please do join our Inclusion Team at Café 181 on Thursday 11 July at 11am😄 pic.twitter.com/Nfah3uPMoz

Year 11 Revision Support & Guidance Information

Please scroll to the bottom of the page to find our latest exam & revision skills information.

Official documents regarding rules and procedures can be found on this page: Examinations - de Stafford School

Should you have any questions regarding examinations, please contact the Exams team on 01883 347818 ext. 193 or via email at exams@destafford.org.uk

Revision Reminders 2025

This year students will sit exams set and assessed by exam boards including GCSEs and vocational subjects. This can be a stressful time for many young people so it may be worth taking the time to ensure you know what to expect and how you can best prepare for your exams. Here we have outlined some important tips to help with your exam preparation this year.

Not following the rules could cause you to lose marks or be disqualified from the exam. Listen closely to all the instructions given by the invigilators and teachers.

Know your exam/syllabus.

Make sure you are confident in what content you are revising and will be assessed on. If you are unsure, your teachers will be able to help. It is also beneficial to look at old exam papers and make sure you understand what type of questions you’ll have to answer and can practice. You can also use useful free tools such as BBC bitesize to aid your revision.

Find a form of revision that works for you.

Some people find it helpful to stick with one style of revision, while for some, it’s helpful to have some variety. You can find some helpful revision techniques, including mind maps and using sounds here.

Oak Academy also has a wide range of resources that can help you  with your revision. You can access these tools here. You can also do mock exams, online quizzes, make cue cards, or read textbooks and revision guides. The most important thing is to find what works best for you.

Make a plan.

Making a plan of what you need to revise and when you’re going to do it is a really good way to make sure you stay on track. Download a free revision planning tool to help you plan efficiently. You can then mark out what days and times your exams are. It may be a good idea to identify the key topics you need to revise and plan when you’ll fit it all in ahead of the exam.

Take care of yourself

It is normal to feel a little worried or stressed in the run up to your exams but there are things you can do to help manage this. Talk to your friends, family and teachers about how you are feeling. They are there to support and encourage you.

Creating a revision plan, setting targets and focusing on your progress can help you feel more prepared. Make sure you take regular breaks to go outside for a walk or to do something you enjoy. Check out our recommendations for useful mental health resources here.

Documents

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Intervention Timetable Sept Oct 2024 01st Oct 2024 Download
What to do the night before an Exam 19th Mar 2024 Download
Food and the Brain 19th Mar 2024 Download
Managing your revision time 19th Mar 2024 Download
Parents supporting their child during ex... 19th Mar 2024 Download