Louisa, our lovely listener, got in touch to ask us to record a podcast on how best to support children and young people who are preparing for exams and so here it is!
We spoke with Will Petty from Bonas MacFarlane Education all about this. Will is so easy to listen to and had some fabulous stories and tips to help our young people manage exam stress.
Will has been with Bonas MacFarlane since 2009, advising countless families from around the world on gaining places at leading UK independent schools. His expertise has been sought after by prestigious firms including UBS, Coutts, and Sotheby’s. Will originally started as a tutor himself so has seen exam stress first hand with students and we felt very lucky that he agreed to share his extensive knowledge with us!
We talked with Will about:
Not adding to the pressure your children are already feeling!
Not going on holiday in the Easter holidays...(too late if you are there, but one for next year’s students!).
Making sure there are time off days (especially if you have a really studious child) and how to plan this and the dreaded revision timetable.
Not trying to be teacher and parent (be a parent as much as possible) and the benefits of a private tutor if budget permits.
Focussing as a parent on your child/ren’s wellbeing and not putting your own emotions and pressures on to them – being the safe space they need.
The importance of the last parent’s evening before the exams (and trying to make sure your child is as well).
How having treats is really important to ‘take the lid off the pressure cooker’.
Options for additional support.
Ignoring the little Timmys..!!
Wills top 3 tips for parenting during the exam periods.
All about Bonas Macfarlane and how they support students and families with tuition and more.
