advice for those about to start secondary school!

2. When you think
about starting a
new school you
might feel. . .

3. When you think
about starting a
new school you
might feel. . .

4. When you think
about starting a
new school you
might feel. . .

5. When you think
about starting a
new school you
might feel. . .

6. Either way, your going to have to
start, so lets get you prepped shall
we???

7. Either way, your going to have to
start, so lets get you prepped shall
we???
Okay, let’s begin with something fun…
how about Homework!

8. Homework
0 Let’s face it, whether you like it or not, you are going
to get homework-lots of it.
0 The best way to stop yourself becoming overwhelmed,
is by completing your homework the day it is set.
0 That way, when the weekend comes, you’ll have very
little, or no homework to do at all!
0 This can be a big ask, I know, but it is the best way to
stay organised- and being organised in secondary
school is very important.

9. Homework
0 If you ever find homework difficult then call a
friend, or talk to the teacher during your free
time, they should be willing to help you out.
0 Remember we live in the 21st century, the
computer has been invented, so if you find the
methods mentioned above a real chore then ask
Google for help. He’s always available.

10. 0 You might start secondary
school with friends you
knew from primary school.
Friends 0 This can be an advantage
because it means you’ll not
be lonely.
0 This can be a disadvantage
if you want to move away
from their crowd and start
afresh.

11. 0 If you start secondary
school without any of your
old friends then don’t
panic.
Friends
0 There’ll be others just like
you.
0 Start talking to people
from the very first day,
smile and wave when you
see them and making
friends should not be a
problem!

12. Loneliness
0 It is something we all dread, but being lonely in secondary
school can and does happen.
0 Sometimes it isn’t you. It can be other people who refuse to
accept change.
0 There isn’t any point in worrying.
0 Start talking to people who seem friendly.
0 There will be others who are also in need of a friend so
look out for them too!
0 If you find that none of the above helps then speak to a
parent or teacher about it.
0 Don’t keep quiet about it.

13. There will be teachers who
love you.
And teachers who hate you. Teachers
You can’t please them all!
Teachers, remember, are
people, like you and I.
They don’t enjoy having
to shout over a noisy
class, or waiting behind
after school with unruly
pupils.
So ensure that you are
on your best behaviour
in lessons, and you
won’t have a problem
with any of them!

14. Exams
0 You will have many tests during secondary school.
0 It is important that you do well in all of them.
0 When you are told you will be having a test, don’t
leave revision until the last minute.
0 Begin by doing half an hour each day, taking down
notes, or repeating important points to memorise
them.
0 Get plenty of rest and eat healthily the day before the
exam and you will do perfectly fine!

15. Detention
0 Urgh detentions…nobody wants those.
0 So avoid them by…
0 Completing all homework for its due date
0 Arriving on time to school and lessons
0 Ensuring that you have all the books and equipment
you need for each day packed in your bag the previous
night
0 Staying out of trouble!!!

16. Good Luck!
0 Trust me secondary school won’t be easy but if you
work hard, you’ll be very pleased with the results!
0 If you have older siblings or friends ask them about
their secondary school experiences, and their advice.
0 If you ever have any problems at school, your
parents/guardians/teachers are always there to offer
help and support.
0 Good Luck- a secondary school student!