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Year 7-11 Exams Help Guide

Coming up in week 4, it is exam week for Years 7-11. For all our Year 7 students, there can be the added element of the unknown, not knowing exactly what to expect from exam week as they experience it for the first time. Leading up to exam week, check back in here for some tips and advice to help you prepare.

When is exam week happening?
Week 4, Monday - Thursday
What does a typical day look like during exam week?
Period 1 – Study Period 2 - Exam Recess Period 3 – Study Period 4 - Exam Lunch Period 5 – normal class (remember to pack your books) So this means two exams per day, with study periods in between. This allows you to be prepared for the next exam and work out which subjects to prioritse studying for the next day.

When is exam week happening?

Week 4, Monday - Thursday

What does a typical day look like during exam week?

Period 1 – Study
Period 2 - Exam
Recess
Period 3 – Study
Period 4 - Exam
Lunch
Period 5 – normal class (remember to pack your books)

So this means two exams per day, with study periods in between.

This allows you to be prepared for the next exam and work out which subjects to prioritse studying for the next day.

Please see the attachment below for the official exam timetable

2024 Year 7-11 HYE Timetable.pdf

Study Tips

Good study habits are essential for all students, especially if you experience significant test anxiety. Here are three study skills that can help to reduce test anxiety, improve focus, and increase motivation to do well on tests.

Establish a study routine.

Creating a routine such as studying for an hour after dinner, or a half hour each morning will encourage consistency. When getting started, create a study schedule and set reminders on your phone to help build the habit.

Create a dedicated study area.

Choose an area free from distractions where you can set up your study materials and leave them between sessions. When it’s time to study, you won’t spend time searching for something you need. Just sit down, and you’re ready to go.

Focus on the quality of studying, not the quantity.

It’s more effective to space out many short study sessions, rather than having one marathon session. Try studying in half-hour to hour-long blocks, with breaks in between. This way, you can stay alert and focused the whole time.