Hi there,
Exams are coming up for lots of young people at the moment. And some people might feel more confident than others. Its important to be able to say that we feel confident and well prepared, as it shows we know how were doing and that we feel ready.
Teachers want their pupils to do well, and they can sometimes talk a lot about the importance of exams. But they should never put pressure on you to do well. And pupils should feel supported by a teacher
Its not true to say that its the end if you dont do so well in exams. You always have options even if your exams results are not what you hoped for.
Sometimes people around us who want us to do well dont see how theyre affecting us. It could be a good idea to talk to them about how their words are affecting you.
You could also talk to one of our counsellors who can support you in getting ready to talk to your teacher. A counsellor could help you think about when you might talk to a teacher and how you will approach them.
Take care,
Sam
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