{"id":9257,"date":"2024-11-29T08:00:48","date_gmt":"2024-11-29T08:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/?p=9257"},"modified":"2024-11-24T06:50:43","modified_gmt":"2024-11-24T06:50:43","slug":"dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t forget to do these things the night before your GCSE + exam night checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#Your_GCSE_Exam_Night_Checklist\" title=\"Your GCSE Exam Night Checklist\">Your GCSE Exam Night Checklist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#1_Go_Over_Key_Topics_But_Dont_Cram\" title=\"1. Go Over Key Topics (But Don\u2019t Cram)\">1. Go Over Key Topics (But Don\u2019t Cram)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#2_Pack_Your_Bag_with_Exam_Essentials\" title=\"2. Pack Your Bag with Exam Essentials\">2. Pack Your Bag with Exam Essentials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#3_Check_the_Rules_for_Your_Exam\" title=\"3. Check the Rules for Your Exam\">3. Check the Rules for Your Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#4_Set_Alarms\" title=\"4. Set Alarms\">4. Set Alarms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#5_Eat_a_Proper_Dinner\" title=\"5. Eat a Proper Dinner\">5. Eat a Proper Dinner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#6_Stay_Hydrated\" title=\"6. Stay Hydrated\">6. Stay Hydrated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#7_Relax_Before_Bed\" title=\"7. Relax Before Bed\">7. Relax Before Bed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#8_Get_to_Bed_on_Time\" title=\"8. Get to Bed on Time\">8. Get to Bed on Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#9_Picture_Success_Before_You_Sleep\" title=\"9. Picture Success Before You Sleep\">9. Picture Success Before You Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#10_Contact_Your_Tutor_or_Education_Supporter\" title=\"10. Contact Your Tutor or Education Supporter\">10. Contact Your Tutor or Education Supporter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#What_Not_to_Do_the_Night_Before\" title=\"What Not to Do the Night Before\">What Not to Do the Night Before<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#Avoid_Cramming\" title=\"Avoid Cramming\">Avoid Cramming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#Dont_Compare_with_Friends\" title=\"Don\u2019t Compare with Friends\">Don\u2019t Compare with Friends<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#Dont_Stay_Up_Late\" title=\"Don\u2019t Stay Up Late\">Don\u2019t Stay Up Late<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/blog\/dont-forget-to-do-these-things-the-night-before-your-gcse-exam-night-checklist\/#The_Morning_of_Your_Exam\" title=\"The Morning of Your Exam\">The Morning of Your Exam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><b>Are you ready for your GCSE exams?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The night before is more important than you might think. It\u2019s your chance to set yourself up for success. But if you leave things to the last minute or forget something, it could throw you off your game.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a look at what you need to do the day before the exam, and what to avoid.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_GCSE_Exam_Night_Checklist\"><\/span><b>Your GCSE Exam Night Checklist<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a quick checklist for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2611\ufe0f Reviewed key topics for tomorrow\u2019s exam.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2611\ufe0f\u00a0Packed my pencil case with all the essentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2611\ufe0f Checked the rules for the subject (e.g. calculator).<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u2611\ufe0f\u00a0Double-check the exam details, including the time and location.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2611\ufe0f\u00a0Set my alarms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Go_Over_Key_Topics_But_Dont_Cram\"><\/span><b>1. Go Over Key Topics (But Don\u2019t Cram)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dedicate <strong>20\u201330 minutes<\/strong> to reviewing your revision notes and flashcards. Focus on the challenging topics. Remember, it\u2019s not wise to try learning everything overnight; review the key points and let your mind relax.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a general guide:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>For Maths<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, practise a few equations or formulas like <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pythagoras\u2019 theorem<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quadratic equations<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>For Science<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, focus on key<\/span><b> diagrams<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or periodic tables.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>For English Literature<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, review a few important <\/span><b>quotes and themes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Pack_Your_Bag_with_Exam_Essentials\"><\/span><b>2. Pack Your Bag with Exam Essentials<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure everything you need is ready to go.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>For Maths and Science:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A scientific calculator, geometry set, and ruler. Keep all your equipment exam board approved.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>For English:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A highlighter for texts (if allowed).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>For all exams:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Pens, pencils, erasers, and your exam timetable.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A water bottle (label removed if required).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Check_the_Rules_for_Your_Exam\"><\/span><b>3. Check the Rules for Your Exam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn the details so you don\u2019t get surprised. Every GCSE subject has its own rules.<\/span><b> Double-check what\u2019s allowed and what isn\u2019t:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you use your calculator?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there any specific materials you need to bring, like an annotated text for English?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What time and room is your exam?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Set_Alarms\"><\/span><b>4. Set Alarms<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Set at least two alarms<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">; one on your phone and another on a clock or your watch. Make sure they\u2019re <\/span><b>far enough away<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so you have to get out of bed to turn them off.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Remember, it\u2019s best to arrive early at your exam centre. You\u2019ll need time to find your seat and set up your equipment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Eat_a_Proper_Dinner\"><\/span><b>5. Eat a Proper Dinner<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your brain needs fuel! Eat something balanced, like chicken or fish with rice or pasta and veg. <\/span><b>Avoid junk food<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or anything too heavy. Heavy dinner could mess with your sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Stay_Hydrated\"><\/span><b>6. Stay Hydrated<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink water throughout the day, but <\/span><b>don\u2019t overdo<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it before bed. You don\u2019t want to wake up in the middle of the night!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Relax_Before_Bed\"><\/span><b>7. Relax Before Bed<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Take 30 minutes to unwind<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Listen to music, read a book, or do some deep breathing. Avoid scrolling on your phone or watching TV. Screens can mess with your sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Get_to_Bed_on_Time\"><\/span><b>8. Get to Bed on Time<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aim for <\/span><b>8 hours of sleep.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Set a bedtime that gives you enough rest and stick to it. A fresh mind is much better than a tired one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Picture_Success_Before_You_Sleep\"><\/span><b>9. Picture Success Before You Sleep<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close your eyes and imagine yourself sitting in the exam, calmly answering questions. Visualising success can boost your confidence and reduce anxiety.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Contact_Your_Tutor_or_Education_Supporter\"><\/span><b>10. Contact Your Tutor or Education Supporter<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you feel stressed or struggle with certain topics, contact a tutor.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Ostado, our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ostado.uk\/en\/tutor-list\/online\/secondary\/gcse\"><b>GCSE tutors<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can guide you with last-minute revision, based on your weaknesses. Plus, your education supporter can help you overcome exam stress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Not_to_Do_the_Night_Before\"><\/span><b>What Not to Do the Night Before<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GCSEs are stressful. It is only natural to get scared and do harmful things. However, it\u2019s best to:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Cramming\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid Cramming<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Reviewing your notes, flashcards and mindmaps<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is enough. It\u2019s not helpful to try learning new challenging topics from scratch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your brain won\u2019t absorb much, and it\u2019ll just make you more stressed. At this point, you need to<\/span><b> relax<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so you\u2019ll perform better at tomorrow\u2019s exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Compare_with_Friends\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t Compare with Friends<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many students compare their revision time or strategies before exams. Group studies are helpful, but not at this point.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You only need to unwind before your exam.<\/span><b> Avoid last-minute group chats <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that might make you doubt yourself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Stay_Up_Late\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t Stay Up Late<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s a strong connection between sleep and the<strong> stress hormone cortisol.<\/strong> When we don\u2019t get enough sleep, cortisol levels remain high, leading to more stress and a higher chance of forgetting what you already know. So, get a good night\u2019s sleep. Here are some helpful tips:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avoid caffeine after 4 pm<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you generally have trouble falling asleep, aim for a <\/span><b>30-45 minute walk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during the day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get plenty of <\/span><b>sunlight during the day.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avoid heavy exercises before bed<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you don\u2019t need to raise your heart rate.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Morning_of_Your_Exam\"><\/span><b>The Morning of Your Exam<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wake up early, eat a good <\/span><b>breakfast<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and head to the exam hall with plenty of time to spare. Double-check you have everything before leaving the house.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By following this routine, you\u2019ll feel calm, confident, and ready to show what you can do.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you ready for your GCSE exams? The night before is more important than you might think. It\u2019s your chance to set yourself up for success. But if you leave things to the last minute or forget something, it could throw you off your game. 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