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Year 7-11 Exams Help Guide - Part 2

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.

Make studying a priority.

When it’s time to study, take it as seriously as you would take a job. Don’t skip study sessions, start on time, and give the task 100% of your attention.

Set specific study goals.

Goals give direction to a study session and provide a sense of accomplishment when completed. Create goals that can realistically be completed in a single study session, such as: Learn the terms in Chapter 1, pass the Chapter 2 practice quiz, take notes on Chapter 4, or review class notes for 30 minutes.

Don’t stop at reading–write down what you learn.

By typing or hand-writing information, you will engage in active learning, which can improve retention and understanding. Try making flashcards, writing chapter summaries, or creating an outline of the material. As a bonus, you can refer back to what you’ve written to quickly review the material.