Revision Techniques That Actually Work
Proven methods used by experienced teachers and examiners to help students revise smarter and score higher.
Most students revise by reading notes, highlighting, and hoping for the best.
These resources show students how revision should actually be done, using evidence-based techniques that improve memory, understanding, and exam performance.
Start With Memory & Recall
Improve Exam Technique
- Created by experienced teachers and examiners
- Suitable for KS3, GCSE and A-Level students
- Designed for independent revision at home
- Supporting students across Leeds and online
HOW TO USE THESE RESOURCES
Each section includes a clear video explanation.
Short, practical steps students can apply immediately.
These methods work for Maths, English, Science, and more.
Revision Techniques Explained
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Active Recall & Memory Building View memory strategiesLearn how to remember what you revise using recall-based techniques that actually strengthen memory.
Includes: Active recall, blurting, self-quizzing, flashcards, retrieval practice - Exam Technique & Mark Maximisation Learn how exams award marks
Understand how exams are marked and how to write answers that score.
Includes: Exam questions, mark schemes, command words, timing, planning - Understanding & Organising Content Learn how to organise revision
Make sense of topics instead of memorising without understanding.
Includes: Dual coding, mind maps, chunking, one-page summaries - Smart Revision Planning Learn how to plan revision
Plan revision efficiently so time is spent on the right topics.
Includes: Spaced practice, interleaving, topic prioritisation, past papers - Learning From Mistakes Learn how to improve from mistakes
Turn errors into improvements using examiner-led strategies.
Includes: Error logs, examiner reports, cold answering - Memory Aids & Recall Support Learn memory support strategies
Support techniques that strengthen recall and understanding.
Includes: Mnemonics, teaching others, question transformation
