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Revision

Revision – Support for Parents & Students

Regular, spaced practice at home makes a big difference. Use the trusted resources below to support revision and build confidence.

Quick links for parents

SMHW (Show My Homework)

Homework and revision are set in person and/or on our SMHW online platform. If you need help accessing SMHW, email hello@burnleyhigh.com.

Seneca Learning

All students and teachers have free access to Seneca – an interactive revision and homework platform with exam-board specific courses. It adapts practice to revisit tricky topics and helps identify gaps.

  • Free for students, teachers and parents
  • 150+ courses aligned to major exam boards
  • Smart practice that revisits topics in different formats

Get started: senecalearning.com

Revision Strategies

At Burnley High School, we encourage students to use proven study techniques to build knowledge and confidence. Explore the four strategies below.

Download the full Revision Guides (PDF)
Flash Cards guide: steps for creating and using revision flash cards

Flash Cards

Make one clear question per card, say or write the answer before checking, shuffle often, and use the Leitner system for daily practice.

  • Identify key knowledge (use your knowledge organiser & class feedback).
  • One question per card; keep wording concise.
  • Answer out loud or in writing before flipping.
  • Shuffle each session; practise daily (Leitner system).
  • Move on to exam-style questions once secure.
Brain Dumps guide: recall a topic from memory, organise, and check understanding

Brain Dumps

Recall everything you can on a topic without prompts, then organise, check against notes, and improve next time.

  • Choose a topic; set a time limit (e.g. 10 minutes).
  • Write everything you can remember on blank paper.
  • Group/highlight related ideas in different colours.
  • Compare with your book/knowledge organiser and add missed key terms.
  • Keep it and try to add more (or do it faster) next time.
Mind Maps guide: create a visual map with branches, images, and colour

Mind Maps

Put the main topic in the centre, branch into sub-topics, add key details, and use images/colour to aid recall.

  • Start with notes/knowledge organisers.
  • Centre = main topic; branches = sub-topics and key points.
  • Keep text concise; avoid overcrowding.
  • Use images/colour; pin up where you’ll see it often.
Self-Quizzing guide: review, write questions, cover notes, answer, and self-mark

Self-Quizzing

Review briefly, write questions, cover your notes, answer from memory, then self-mark and revisit gaps.

  • Review content for 5–10 minutes.
  • Create ~10 questions (if your teacher hasn’t provided them).
  • Cover your notes; answer in full sentences where possible.
  • Self-mark with a different coloured pen; re-quiz weak areas next time.
  • Ensure you rotate through all subjects and topics.

Full Exams & Revision Booklet 2025

Browse the 2025 booklet below or open it in a new tab.

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