Exams @ Renfrew High School

Higher & A Higher Resources

2011-10-12T12:13:00.002+01:00

Here's a link to a website offering FREE revision materials for lots of different subjects - have a swatch!

http://www.hsn.uk.net/resources/

Int 1 revision materials

2011-10-05T22:22:00.004+01:00

Biology - Plant Summary 1 - here

The alpha technique

2011-03-29T22:38:00.003+01:00

Here's a summary powerpoint of some destress techniques as used by Jack Black (not that Jack Black, the other one!). alpha technique

Library Resources

2011-01-17T10:53:00.004Z

Need help? Need a place to study? Can't find past papers?

Get yourself along to the library! Here's 3 reasons why...

1. The library has a wide range of past papers and revision guides which pupils can borrow for 2 weeks at a time.

2. The library is open until 4.15 Monday to Thursday and until 3.45 on Friday for anyone who wishes to study there.

3. S6 pupils can also use it for revision during their free periods.

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Need help with note taking?

2011-01-16T13:45:00.002Z

Here are some hints from SQA...

click here

S4 Prelims - extreme weather conditions UPDATED 8.12.11

2010-12-08T12:04:00.008Z

As you know, the school was forced to close due to extreme weather conditions today.

This means that the exam diet will continue into next week. Assuming we all get back to school tomorrow, Friday's exams will go ahead as planned and today's exams will be held on Tuesday at the same times.

So... get studying now that you've got an extra day!

Ms Levens :-)

Study Skills

2009-09-20T18:42:00.003+01:00

I found this great Study Skills site and knew I had to share it with you! It's worth a look, so check it out

HERE!

Past Papers - come 'n' get 'em!

2009-03-18T21:36:00.006Z

If you're having problems getting your hands on past papers, check out this link to the SQA website - you can access 2007 and 2008 papers in every subject. So, no excuses - get cracking!

Get them here!

Higher - Revision questions

2009-02-10T20:16:00.023Z

Click the links to access some spiffing revision aids ;0

Higher Admin

Higher English

Higher Maths

Higher Biology - Unit 1

Higher Biology - Unit 2

Higher Biology - Unit 3

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S5/6 Prelims

2009-01-11T21:50:00.008Z

Here's a copy of the prelim timetable for you to download - and don't say we're not good to you!

S5/6 prelim timetable

Standard Grade - Revision Questions

2008-12-01T17:55:00.009Z

English info . Maths info . Physics info - summary notes for each unit :-) Biology materials .

Exams - parents' page

2008-11-25T14:15:00.018Z

Now's a stressful time for all you parents so hopefully you'll find some advice on these pages to help make the exam period go smoothly.

Please check the blog for useful information. You'll find links to useful revision materials and to the exam timetable. Feel free to download this exam guide to help you through the exam period.

And don't forget to check the 'links for learning' section if you're looking for some additional revision materials.

We wish you every success in motivating your son or daughter!

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Want your results..?

2008-04-21T22:53:00.008+01:00

Want easy access to your results? By text or e-mail? Don't want to wait? Even if you're on holiday? Then make sure you register with mySQA online... Check out the link below to get things started...

SQA Why wait?

Pimp my Study Planner

2008-02-03T16:11:00.013Z

Here's a couply of handy sheets for you to download and make your own...

The 1st one will give you an overview and spans March to May. Get it here!

The 2nd lets you plan the specifics, so use it to get down to the nitty gritty. Use the tabs at the bottom - one for a whole day, one for an evening.
Just click this link: study planner

In case you're having any problems completing your planner, here are some useful tips you might want to check out!

And remember, filling it in is good - but actually following it is better ;-)
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S4 - 6 Prelim exams!

2008-02-03T14:37:00.020Z

Here's a copy of the prelim timetable for you to download...

S4 prelims

S5/6 prelims

Some exam strategies to help you feel good...

2008-01-28T20:32:00.001Z

Need to de-stress??

2008-01-28T20:27:00.002Z

Try some breathing exercises!

Breathing exercises help you focus and involve simply counting breaths. Another benefit is that no one will notice you doing them, so you can even do them in the exam room!

Here's how...

Breathe in to the count of 5, hold for 4 and then breathe out again to a count of 6. Repeat this a number of times :-)

What can help on the day?

2008-01-28T19:45:00.002Z

Preparation

Don't start panic studying on the day - this will only effect what you've already learned.
Do look at some brief notes or revision cards.
Arrive for your exam in good time but don't get involved in any potentially stressful exam chit-chat - get yourself in the zone.
Make sure you've got all the stuff you need - pens, pencils, ruler, calculator, dictionary, etc.
Give yourself time to settle when you're in - do a breathing exercise before you start reading the questions.

If your mind goes blank....

Don't panic! Just sit back, close your eyes and take a few deep breaths to calm yourself.
Try to relax, and when you're ready read the question again. If you can't tackle it now, move on to the next one. Remember, it's better to write something down than to write nothing at all.

Beating exam stress & Memory techniques

2008-01-28T19:30:00.005Z

Check out this site for some fab exam tips! You want to do your best, don't you....

CBBC Newsround Guides UK Beating exam stress Stress busting tips

Here's a guide from the BBC about memory & coping with stress - worth a look...

BBC brainsmart

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SQA Exams

2008-01-27T20:21:00.009Z

Here's where you can download the exam timetable ...

exam timetable

Here's where you can create your own personal exam timetable...

create your own

And remember... hard work will bring success!