15 things I wish I knew before YR12 | Sixth form advice | SimplyFran

Good morning/afternoon depending on when you're watching this, It is now October! New sixth formers are starting to get used to the environment and I am getting used to year 13. I hope you all enjoy and benefit from this video of 15***** of my prize tips for conquering YR12. Feel free to comment your own lifesaving tips in the comment section xxx Time Stamps: 2:36 1. The GAP between GCSE and A-levels is what you make of it 8:17 2. There is a new A-level teaching style 11:26 3 A-levels are harder than GCSE. Its okay to not get the best grades straight away. 13:40 4. Study consistently throughout the year 15:20 5. You get a lot more independence!! 16:32 6. Use your free periods wisely 17:57 7. No uniform. Don't waste too much time on what to wear. 18:42 8. Organisation is so important 19:55 9. Friends. Choose them wisely and expect friendships to end 21:34 10. Think UCAS and what you want for your future. 22:46 11. Work experience is important. DO IT! 24:50 12. Engage in school extracurric opportunities 25:48 13. Keep up with current affairs 27:10 14. Should you do 4- A-levels 29:10 15. READ around your subjects.