Looking Back: Reflection
Reflection is an ongoing process and it’s not always easy – especially if things didn’t go to plan, mistakes were made, or situations felt complicated. But by asking deeper questions and unpacking the details, you can start to gain clarity. This can bring a sense of empowerment and relief – not because the challenges disappear, but because you begin to
Introduction to the RO Relaunch 2025
What is the RO Relaunch? The RO Relaunch is a two-day online event aimed at preparing you for the year ahead. The RO Relaunch will take place Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 September 2025 to kick start the school/college year. How can I get involved? Read the information in the weekday emails sent to you on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from the RO Central Team! Click through the
Disability Support at University
Starting university is a huge change for anyone, somewhere you haven’t been before, new people and potentially your first time moving away from home. But for disabled students, this can come with extra challenges and uncertainty. Whether you're navigating a physical impairment, a long-term health condition, a mental health difficulty, or a neurodevelopmental disorder like autism or ADHD, the support
UCAS Personal Statement Changes
Personal statements are changing for 2026 entry onwards. Read on for helpful guidance to write your personal statement! As you may already know, UCAS have made changes to the personal statement portion of applications for this year. You will now write your personal statement by answering three separate questions. The new format provides you with a starting point for your writing
RO Live Q&A Replay – University and Course Research
Here you can find all of the questions asked and answers given during the RO
Resilience and Motivation During Exams – Bouncing Back
Bouncing Back: Dealing with Disappointments and Moving Forward You have given it your all, you have studied for hours preparing for your exams, you may have also spent weeks doing specific work experience placements to get onto your chosen programme. Despite all your hard work, sometimes things don’t work out the way we want. Whether you didn’t quite make the grade
Resilience and Motivation During Exams – Managing Time in Exams
Managing Time in Exams – Strategies for pacing yourself to avoid rushing or running out of time You’re sat in your exam, you have a booklet full of questions, maybe even some essay questions, and time may be slowly slipping away. And suddenly, you find yourself rushing through the last few questions, feeling you won’t have enough time to answer everything.
Resilience and Motivation During Exams – Looking After Yourself
Looking After Yourself – Eating and Sleeping Well During Exam Periods! In the run-up to exams, sometimes you can forget to look after yourself. Ensuring you are eating and sleeping well is essential to ensuring that you stay fully focused on your exam preparation and you perform to the best of your ability! Eat to fuel your brain: It may be tempting, but
Resilience and Motivation During Exams – The Power of “Why?” and “What?”
The Power of "Why?" and “What?” – Connecting exam success to your future aspirations Buried underneath all your revision and practice exam questions, it is easy to lose sight of, “Why am I doing this?” and “What is my end goal?” Whether you want to become a teacher, an archaeologist, an author, a nurse or even an academic scholar, having a
Resilience and Motivation During Exams – My Personal Experience
Personal experience of resilience and motivation A-levels and BTECs can be seriously tough – I’ve been there myself. I remember the immense pressure to succeed: aiming for top grades, hoping to secure a place on the veterinary medicine course I once dreamed of, and crossing my fingers that everything else would fall into place. Whether your goal is university, an apprenticeship, or