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Get enough sleep. Medical advice says that Middle Department students should sleep around 10-11 hours per night. This tends to reduce as students get older, but Sixth Formers should still be sleeping about 8-9 hours nightly. Insufficient sleep causes poor concentration, memory problems, behaviour issues and mood problems.
Drink plenty of water. Becoming dehydrated can cause headaches, confusion and dizziness – which will prevent you from learning. Water is best, and you are encouraged to take water bottles into lessons. Avoid sugary drinks.
Don’t skip meals. A good breakfast is particularly important, but so are lunch and dinner. Skipping meals causes problems with your blood sugar levels and may make you want to eat unhealthy snacks at the wrong times. With good eating habits, you will have the energy to learn effectively.
Eat a balanced diet. Lots of brown bread, brown rice, fruit and vegetables. A fair amount of meat, fish, eggs, beans, milk and dairy products. Very few fatty or sugary foods. A properly balanced diet will keep you healthier, give you more energy and help you learn.
Get enough exercise. This is the tried and tested way to reduce stress, keep your digestion working properly, help you get a good night’s sleep, keep a healthy weight and make you feel more energetic. Walk, jog, run or swim. Do what you enjoy and what feels comfortable.
Stay safe. If you have an accident and are off school, it can really damage your academic prospects. Don’t take unnecessary safety risks. In particular, sit in the back seat of your car, always wear your seatbelt and don't allow whoever is driving you to behave recklessly.
Don't fall victim to stress. If something is worrying you, talk about it with an adult you trust. In school, your Class Tutor or Department Coordinator will be particularly keen to try and help you.