Sometimes a little pressure can help you perform well, but generally speaking, the better you prepare for exams the better you will feel. The secret is to manage stress. Your school is the first place to look for support and information. There are also lots of resources online that offer useful advice and help you plan what you need to do before and during exams, and it is always good just to talk to someone.

NZQA has lots of helpful information on the upcoming examinations and how to prepare for them.

https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/ncea-exams-and-portfolios/external/managing-exam-pressure/

If you’re finding things are getting on top of you here’s a quick summary of how to prepare for your exams and some useful resources. More information can be found on The Lowdown website.

If you are unable to attend the exams, please contact mandy.page@scc.school.nz as soon as possible and information will be given to you about what to do next.