School series: My experience this year

Seeing as I got my results yesterday I thought I would post something on my experiences in my first year of my A levels- unfortunately I didn't get the results I was hoping for, I didn't do too badly if I'm totally honest but I only want A's and maybe a B. I have taken some time to decide that I wish to restart my A levels at a college, I have rather high expectations of myself and I see that as a positive incentive as it helps me to work hard and achieve my full potential.

Things I have learnt from this year:

• Organisation is absolutely key- a post to follow on my organisation plans for the following year
• Make the most of what you learn in class but never forget to  do a lot of outside of class research
• ASK QUESTIONS- you will be treated more like an adult in Sixth Form so don't feel scared to ask questions about your subjects
• Get a solid revision plan in place for the whole year, you need to start studying from day 1
• Focus on classes not socialising, you have your whole future to go out partying and drinking
• If you get yourself into a bad place tell someone about it- all schools and colleges have support systems for their students
• Get involved! The more involvement, the better your University reference will be
• Work out your strengths and weaknesses from day 1, utilise your strengths and ignore your weaknesses, they're not important
• DON'T PANIC! Remember you're not paying for this education so there's no need to upset yourself over it, worst case scenario you can start again! You are young and have a whole life ahead of you, don't work yourself up over anything just try and stay calm and collected