With exams approaching, it’s completely normal for students to feel pressure, uncertainty or even self-doubt. What many students don’t realise is that confidence isn’t something you either have or don’t have. It’s something you build through small, consistent actions. Confidence grows when students: • Practise regularly • Become familiar with exam questions • Strengthen their skills step by step • See their own progress over time Even just 20 minutes of focused practice a few times per week can make a huge difference to how students feel and perform. Parents, do you have any other nuggets of advice you can advise our teenagers with?

Student in September: “I’ll start revising in January… loads of time.” Student in January: “I’ll start after mocks… still loads of time.” Student in March: “Okay but Easter holidays are PERFECT for revision.” Student in May: 👀📖💀 Reality Check 😄 The best time to start building strong habits? Not tomorrow. Not Easter. Now. Even 20 minutes of: • Practising an extract • Learning 3 key quotes • Writing one PETAL paragraph … puts you ahead of where you were yesterday. Parents - this is a gentle nudge for you too! Small, consistent steps now = calmer, more confident teens later. Comment below with: 📖 if revision has officially begun 😅 if we’re still “thinking about it” Let’s keep it honest 👇

Which GCSE character would order a pumpkin spiced latte? Who’s definitely a black coffee person? List a few: - Scrooge: Cold brew. No milk. No joy. - Sheila Birling: Oat milk flat white with a shot of self-awareness. - Macbeth: Double espresso... for the murder plans. - What would your GCSE character be drinking? Let's get creative. I would love to hear your ideas below.

🎥 Watch this quick message from me. Parents, this is for YOU! Comment below with your biggest GCSE worry or question, and let’s get your teen the support they deserve. Free resources, advice and lessons are all right here. 👇 #ParentPower #GCSE2026 #SkoolSupport

Let’s have a bit of fun to end the day — this one’s for students AND parents! All you need to do: Choose ONE option from each pair below Then drop your list in the comments — no explanations, no pressure! 👉 This or That: 📚 English or Maths? ☕ Tea or coffee? ✏️ Writing or typing? 📖 Books or movies? 📱 Phone on the desk or out of sight while studying? 🎧 Music while revising or total silence? 🍫 Chocolate snack or crisps? 🛏️ Early bedtime or late-night scrolling? 💬 Comment below with your answers — and tag someone to do it too!