EXAMPLE STUDY PROGRAMME FOR LEARNERS
Why Have a Study Timetable?
A study timetable helps learners:
• Manage their time effectively.
• Revise all subjects.
• Reduce examination stress.
• Develop consistent study habits.
• Feel more prepared and confident.
EXAMPLE 1: WEEKDAY STUDY TIMETABLE
Time Activity
15:00 – 15:30 Rest and Lunch
15:30 – 16:15 Mathematics Revision
16:15 – 17:00 English Revision
17:00 – 17:15 Break
17:15 – 18:00 Natural Sciences Revision
18:00 – 18:30 Practice Questions
18:30 – 19:00 Dinner
19:00 – 19:30 Review Notes and Prepare for School
20:00 Sleep Preparation
EXAMPLE 2: EXAMINATION PREPARATION TIMETABLE
Day Subject
Monday Mathematics
Tuesday English Home Language
Wednesday Geography
Thursday History
Friday Natural Sciences
Saturday Revision of Difficult Topics
Sunday Review and Preparation for the Week
EXAMPLE 3: WEEKEND STUDY TIMETABLE
Time Activity
08:00 – 09:00 Mathematics
09:00 – 09:15 Break
09:15 – 10:15 Languages
10:15 – 10:30 Break
10:30 – 11:30 Natural Sciences
11:30 – 12:00 Practice Questions
12:00 onwards Family Time / Rest
THE 30-5 RULE
Many successful learners use the 30-5 Rule:
• Study for 30 minutes.
• Take a 5-minute break.
• Repeat the cycle.
This helps improve concentration and prevents fatigue.
EFFECTIVE STUDY TIPS
✓ Study in a quiet place.
✓ Switch off unnecessary notifications.
✓ Create summary notes.
✓ Use flashcards.
✓ Teach a friend what you have learned.
✓ Practise past examination questions.
✓ Ask for help when you do not understand.
✓ Review your work regularly.
THINGS TO AVOID
✗ Cramming the night before an exam.
✗ Studying while watching television.
✗ Spending too much time on social media.
✗ Leaving difficult topics until the last minute.
✗ Staying up late before an examination.
LEARNER STUDY COMMITMENT
My examination goal is:
The subject I need to focus on most is:
My study time each day will be:
One habit I will improve this term is:
Remember:
"Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day after day."
Prepare well. Stay focused. Believe in yourself.