The GCSE exam preparation day was an extremely valuable and beneficial experience. As a Year 11 student, I found the day significant in strengthening my knowledge and preparing for my upcoming mocks and exams. 

The day began with focused subject workshops, where teachers addressed key topics that are challenging. In English, we analysed exam-styled questions, discussed effective revision techniques, and reviewed model responses so we are aware of key aspects examiners seek for. In Maths, we tackled a range of problem-solving questions, and unpicked them step by step. These sessions were highly informative and allowed us to familiarise ourselves with what we are expected to achieve.

Overall, the preparation day had a positive impact on all Year 11 students. It not only strengthened our skills, but also equipped us with techniques to revise more effectively and approach exams more prepared.

Jaania Kanwar [11Y]

On Tuesday, 02 December, Year 11 took part in developmental workshops focusing on our core subjects of Maths and English. Overall, the experience was immensely beneficial and productive.

In English, teachers explored key skills which would be used in Question 5 for our Language Paper 2 as well as preparing us for our January Mock Examinations 2026. Together, we focused on how to portray the key factors of Ethos, Pathos and Logos in our writing. We acknowledged how logical reasoning, combined with a personal argument, appeals highly to examiners. Then we were able to focus on the structure of an article, the key type of text we were focusing on. Finally, we attempted to answer a prompt question and gained insightful feedback from our teachers and peers.

In Maths, our focus was directed to the completion of exam papers. We found this incredibly helpful as one-to-one feedback was readily available for us – it almost felt like a private tutoring session! Such an inclusive experience easily strengthened our Maths concepts, especially those that were difficult for us before.

Thank you to all of our teachers for helping us to understand our weaknesses and reach our full potential!

Jasmin Kaur Sangha [11B] and Simran Kaur Punny [11B]

Academic Mentoring Day was really productive. In Economics, we spent the day researching key data to strengthen our arguments and develop our points. We then used this research in a class debate, where Mrs. Kyriacou consistently referred back to the examiners’ report, highlighting where we could gain marks. It was also great to have the opportunity to work with the other Economics class, where we debated for the first time and were able to learn from each other.

Sahib Bains [13F]

Academic Mentor Day was the perfect way to kick-start my revision and get me into the right mindset. Since then, I have been consistent with staying after school every day, and I hope to continue this routine until my final exams. I want to say a massive thank-you to all my teachers who planned such thoughtful sessions. In English, we managed to cover seven poems and analyse them in detail. I now feel much better prepared to analyse poems independently over the Christmas holiday.

Zoya Khatoon [13C]

I would like to say thank you to Mrs. Nandra and Mr. Green for planning such meaningful sessions. We were able to cover a wide range of topics and then completed an exam under full exam conditions, which was great practice. Receiving quick feedback afterwards has really helped me prioritise my revision topics.

Ikram Hersi [13G]