Students and teachers get ready for exam season

GCSE and A-level students are gearing up ahead of exam season starting this month.

Nathan Richardson, assistant principal at John Cabot Academy in Kingswood, Bristol, said there was an "element of nervousness" among Year 11 students, but a "positive" mood overall.

The school's teaching staff and pastoral team have been helping to prepare the pupils for their exams since Year 10 by organising mocks, extra revision sessions and offering additional support for those who are particularly anxious.

"Even though we want them to thrive academically, we want them to thrive as human beings, so we balance our expectations with kindness and recognition for their well-being," Mr Richardson said.