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GCSE Revision
In order for students to be successful in their GCSE studies and develop strong learning habits for future life and work, revision is an essential skill that needs to be utilised and is also developed through practice.
Below is guidance on how to revise for GCSE exams and mocks and where to access vital information.
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Consistency - even during mock exam period |
Students issued an assignment sheet with every task in class and school with dates / expectations / which Assessment Objectives they are fulfilling / breakdown of how much work (hours related) / our feedback and book checks are documented on here - brought to every lesson, digital copy on google classroom, digital copy also emailed with exam dates to parents |
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1) Smart Revise website - weekly homework tasks set but student can work with quiz questions and flashcards to support 2) Craig n Dave Video's on YouTube for OCR J277 3) Past papers - these are drip fed onto the Google Classroom |
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1) Students for BTEC Dance will need to complete extra research on Practitioners that inspire them for them to reference in their written exam task. 2) Students will need to attend extra rehearsals in their own time / after school / school holidays to learn and develop their skills for their practical exam. 3) When students miss lessons they will need to ensure they catch up on any choreography they have missed in lessons. |
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Seneca Learning which will cover all core topics and the specialist technical principals. Google Classrooms for revision material and the digital text book |
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C1: use past papers and I do /we do booklets for Live theatre Section C and Blood Brothers Section B AQA / Past papers and BBC Bitesize (AQA) plus GCSE Drama Revision Guide: perfect for the 2026 and 2027 exams (CGP GCSE Drama); GCSE Drama Play Guides for Blood Brothers (CGP) AQA GCSE Drama: Revised Edition Paperback – 8 Jan. 2021 also useful. You should be learning lines for C3. Texts in practice. |
Easy-to-understand homework and revision materials for your GCSE Drama AQA '9-1' studies and exams GCSE Drama 8261 | Specification | AQA
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1) Understanding how the exam board award marks in the exam questions. |
Eduqas Digital text book, knowledge organisers, past exam papers and marking schemes. |
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1) Complete past papers under timed conditions. This is the most effective revision. It builds exam confidence, improves time management, and helps you to understand exactly what examiners are looking for. Ask your English teachers to read your work and give feedback. |
Save My Exams - past papers |
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1) Use Seneca – This helps you secure knowledge of your texts, including characters, themes, context, and key quotations, through short, focused activities. |
Save My Exams - Past paper questions |
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Exam topics posted on google classroom referenced to official revision guide Use of past papers and exam pro After school support sessions |
Revision guide Exam papers |
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1. Create Case-Study Flashcards (CAUSE → EFFECT → RESPONSE). Keep each case study to 6–8 key facts you can recall fast. Colour code the info int human/physical, social/economic/environmental. |
Detailed topic-by-topic revision notes, case studies, and quizzes designed for GCSE Geography. Cool Geography AQA Past Papers |
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1. Learn your vocabulary by regularly reviewing it and testing yourself. |
Languages Online is good for practicing topic vocab and specific grammar points Francais Extra this is good for French listening practice Espanol Extra this has some extra Spanish listening practice
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1) complete past papers (available on googole classroom) |
Google classroom - all papers available there
Corbett Maths - videos and worksheets PMT Education - Questions by topic |
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1) Make sure that your folder is organised into the 4 Areas of Study. Approach each area of study separately and create flashcards for the terminology required for that topic. Only move on to the next Area of Study when you are really secure on that one. 2) Learn your two set works. Read and learn all the information about them using the Knowledge Organisers. Make sure that you also listen to them and are really familiar with the score of each one. 3) Make sure that you are aware of all of the relevant terminology for the extended written question. Learn the terms relating to the Mr D Tights acronym that we use to help us approach this question. |
See all of the information on Google Classroom and use the Focus on Sound listening - also in your GC. |
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1. Engage regularly with knowledge based quizzes on www.theeverlearner.com |
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1. Practise Past Paper Questions (E.g. Explain two beliefs (4 marks), Explain two beliefs/practices with a source of wisdom (6 marks) ‘Evaluate’ questions (12 marks) 2. Memorise Key Quotes Using Flashcards (e.g. “Love your neighbour”, “Imago Dei”). 3. Create Concise Topic Summaries (One-page notes including key teachings, essential vocabulary, beliefs and practices, 1–2 case studies) |
AQA - The authoritative source for past exam papers, mark schemes and any specimen papers No Waffle Revision - providing direct, resource-focused revision materials, like essay plans, question walkthroughs, notes Revision videos cover all aspects of the syllabus for Paper 1 and Paper 2 - focusing on key beliefs, practices, exam structures, and techniques to achieve top marks. |
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1) Exam practice - 3 pen method |
Google Classroom ( videos and past paper questions)
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