All 16–18-year-old students who have not yet achieved a Grade 4 in GCSE English or Maths are required to continue studying these subjects.
We
offer a wide range of additional support, resources, and activities beyond
classroom lessons.
Online Support
Students have access to two key platforms to help with their studies:
Parent and Guardian Access
Parents and guardians can request access to both platforms.
This allows them to view their young person’s assignments, track progress, and stay informed about upcoming tasks.
Reminder – “The New Year 3 Ps”
As we prepare for exams, we’re encouraging all learners to focus on the 3 Ps:
As we prepare for exams, we’re encouraging all learners to focus on the 3 P's:
- Practice – Complete regular revision and Century tasks
- Punctuality – Arrive to lessons on time and prepared
- Prepare – Bring the correct equipment and be ready to learn
To prepare for the exams and make sure you are ready, we ask you to bring the equipment listed below to both the exams:
- A black pen (needed for all exam answers)
- A pencil (for Maths exam)
- A calculator (for the Maths exam)
- A Maths geometry set (for the Maths exam)
Key Information
- Read for 10 minutes a day – books, news articles, sports reports, stories, or anything they enjoy.
- Practise writing – short paragraphs, summaries, letters, or responses to past exam questions.
- Expand vocabulary – choose three new words a week and practise using them.
- Use online platforms – Century Tech provides personalised pathways for reading and writing skills.
- Discuss ideas – talking about books, films, or news helps build analytical thinking for GCSE English.
- Ask teachers for feedback through Google Classroom whenever they are unsure or need guidance.
The most effective way for students to improve in Maths is to practise consistently, little and often, well before exam season. They should avoid last-minute cramming.
Century Tech is an excellent platform for targeted Maths practice. Students follow three key expectations:
- Do a little bit of Maths every day.
- Aim for 100% on each “nugget” before moving on.
- Ask for help when needed.
Teachers can be contacted through Google Classroom.
For any enquiries, please contact: adminenglishandmaths16-18@bdc.ac.uk
