01/10/2026
Year 9 took part in a Revision Techniques session on Wednesday designed to help them understand how to revise effectively and prepare them for their upcoming Pre-Options Assessments.
Rather than simply telling learners to “revise more”, we focused on what effective revision actually looks like and gave them the opportunity to try out some practical strategies for themselves.
During the session, learners:
Explored what revision is – and what it isn’t.
Tested their memory and discovered why simply reading notes repeatedly isn't always an effective way to learn.
Practised proven revision techniques, including Blurting and creating their own flashcards.
Discussed the importance of retrieval practice and actively recalling information.
Considered how small changes to their revision environment can make a real difference, including putting their mobile phone in another room to reduce distractions.
Discussed the importance of healthy revision habits, including getting enough sleep, eating well, taking regular breaks and revising little and often.
Began thinking about how they can plan their revision over the weeks ahead, rather than leaving everything until the last minute.
We were particularly pleased with how enthusiastically and positively learners engaged with the session. They actively participated in the activities and were encouraged to think about which revision techniques work best for them.
