Have you just given your GCSE/ A-Level exams and are tired of the long online lessons and tutoring sessions? If you are aspiring to improve your grades, the summer holidays 2021 can be a great opportunity for you to do so. It does not mean that you will be spending the sunny afternoons behind a pile of books or dare-say slides, but by just focusing on your productivity and organization you can help improve your grades.
We have compiled five foolproof activities that will set you up for success and help you achieve better grades to ensure a bright future.
1.Create a strong action plan
This is the time of the year where you can contemplate on your strengths and weaknesses. Identify your weaknesses and talk about them to a counsellor, a trusted family member or friend. Come up with a plan to overcome them and set some short-term and long-term goals for yourself.
Spend some time focusing on your mental and physical health. Organize your thoughts and ideas and define your dreams and aspirations. It is crucial to motivate yourself to achieve your goals in the upcoming year.
2. Stay ahead
Once you are in the right mind-set, it is time for you to set yourself for action. We always recommend to stay ahead in class. Use the summer break to start going through next year’s content so you are already familiar and confident in lessons once the academic year begins. Hire a private tutor who can set up a schedule and go through the upcoming curriculum with you.
This is also the best time to work on the subjects you struggle with. Spend time practicing questions and going through reference books to create a solid understanding. Again, it is best to hire an expert tutor who can provide you with targeted support.
3. Gain some experience
What is better than learning through experience? Summer holidays are the best opportunity for you to engage in volunteer work. You can spend time giving back to your local neighborhood and being involved in community service initiatives. Moreover, you can try to find dedicated roles in industries where you plan to build your career. These experiences can be very insightful and decisive about your future.
You can also choose to spend time managing some household chores and learning basic life-skills.
4. Upskill yourself
The best way to spend your summer holiday is to add on to your skillset. Learn the musical instrument you have always wanted to play, master any foreign language, learn how to code in a new programming language or improve your public speaking skills. The choices are unlimited. Fortunately, there are hundreds of free resources and courses available online that can help you develop beginner to intermediate skills. To master a skill you possess, hire a trainer, join a master-class or buy the course.
5. Travel
As much as focusing on being productive and organized during the summer is important, relaxing is essential to replenish your energy stores for the upcoming year. If you enjoy travelling, it is a great opportunity to learn about the world. Visit museums, historical locations, nature reserves and local festivals to gain first-hand knowledge and invaluable experiences. If travel is restricted in your local area this year, do not be afraid to take a walk in the park or cycle around the corner.
To sum it up, summer holidays 2021 is the best time for you to set the tone for the upcoming academic year. Organize yourself mentally and physically and focus on increasing your productivity while making sure you are having fun. The activities above will bound you for success and enable you to improve your grades up a notch.
