Support your child during IGCSEs - what to do & when?



In an IGCSE exam, the parent plays a crucial role in supporting their child. You must know the importance of supporting your child when they go through their IGCSE exams. This support may variate massively depending on their child's learning style. If your child is used to learning independently, you would be less involved in supporting them in studies, or if your child requires your guidance or supervision more, you have to be more active.

How can you support your child as a parent?

The IGCSE is the 1st crucial external exam that your child faces in their academic career. You assume that the school & teachers prepare your child well for this exam, but there is always that nervousness within your child that he put enough hard work before and into the exam to cope well. It is a significant time, and you must admit that it is not always fun.


  • Learning style:

The most vital thing is to accompany the studies as much (or as little) as your child requires. Every child is different, so it's learning style; they overcome this stressful situation in their own separate ways. You should talk to your child in advance & ask them to explain how they feel about the exam; later, you need to decide which approach you should follow so you can help in his studies.

 

  • IGCSE stage:

IGCSE is a two-year program; both stages require different skills testing of your child. You must know at what stage of the IGCSE is in your child to best support your son/daughter.


  • Enough topics understanding:

9th is a fun grade, but it is essential too, as it sets the foundation for 10th grade and many years to come. Your child will learn the base topics and later advanced ones, so it would be a great idea to ensure that your child pays enough attention & does the work steadily. You should consider that if your child needs a tutor's help (physical class or online courses), or you work with your child and seek tactics to assist him to succeed.


  • Communication is the key:

Collaboration is necessary, but give them space to find the best solutions. Communicating to ensure your child has sufficient confidence in their abilities to succeed is all matters. Try to do things such as


  • Sitting down with your child helps them to diminish the stress & wrong expectations.

  • Cook your child's favorite dishes during exam days.

  • Drop to school may give them extra time to revise their notes once again in exams.

  • Try to incorporate some 'feel good family' time. Talk about the plans for the summer & encourage your child if they are having a bad day.

 

  • Mock exams:

Ensure that your child should learn enough about the mocks, get to know the strategies, and how to cope with the amount of content for the various subjects. It helps in dealing with having two exams in a single day! Consider it a practice not only for your child but for you too.


  • The proper balance of learning and other activities:

Children usually have a pretty busy schedule. Find the right balance between academics and leisure time, such as sports & meet friends for your child! Also, setting up your family activities like traveling, meet-ups, and celebrations with friends & family should be adjusted during this period to allow sufficient time for weekend learning.


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