How to Be a Successful Learner
Success in school doesn’t just happen—it’s the result of hard work, smart strategies, and a positive mindset. Whether you’re aiming for the top grades or simply want to make...
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Success in school doesn’t just happen—it’s the result of hard work, smart strategies, and a positive mindset. Whether you’re aiming for the top grades or simply want to make...
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
What is the best way to revise? I don’t know how to revise? These are questions frequently heard in the lead up to end of year tests and external exams. Many students rely...
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
Mrs Hughes, Head of Ash House, delivered an assembly to Ash House on the theme of Relationships, one of our core values. Mrs Hughes explored the different types of relationship we...
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
Mr Carter, Head of English, is supporting groups of Year 11 students in the lead up to their English Language and Literature GCSE exams. This week the focus was on the set text ‘A...
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
Ms Pattni, Lead Practitioner, and Mr Godfrey, Advanced Lead Teacher, delivered extremely useful CPD to staff on Friday morning on the topic of marking and feedback. The CPD gave...
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
It was a pleasure to observe a year 8 science lesson this week, delivered by Mrs Bevil- Gahan, Lead SEND teacher. The lesson focused on the Earth’s magnetic field with the...
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
I was privileged to watch Mrs Lee, Deputy SENDCo, deliver a fantastic lesson to Year 9 on Monday morning. The students were engaged throughout, learning about The Crucible, they...
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
Tuesday morning started with a visit to see Mrs Seed, SENDCo, teach her Year 11 English class. The students were actively preparing for their forthcoming exams, doing past paper...
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
Students in KS3 have been enjoying using the Learning Resource Centre, LRC, for reading lessons as part of their English curriculum. Miss Denton, Advanced Lead Teacher for...
Posted by Sara Ash - Deputy Headteacher
2. Set Clear Goals
3. Manage Your Time Wisely
4. Ask Questions and Seek Help
5. Develop Active Study Habits
6. Take Care of Your Well-Being
7. Maintain a Positive Mindset
8. Celebrate Your Achievements
Being a successful learner is not about being perfect—it’s about developing habits that help you grow and improve over time. Stay organised, stay focused, and remember that every step forward is progress. With patience and persistence, you’ll not only excel in school but also build the skills that will help you succeed in life.
Stay motivated, stay curious, and keep learning!
Over the past few weeks, some of the KS3 girls at Bushey Meads School have been participating in a “boxing positivity” intervention, which has helped them cultivate a sense of...