Students share advice for staying calm before results day
It feels like there's an endless wait between finishing your exams and getting your results. Unfortunately, this gives you a lot of time to worry about your potential grades.
So how can you ease your mind in the meantime? Here are some top tips from students have been in the same situation before.
Read more: how to stop worrying about your results
It's completely normal to be stressed
If you're anxious about results day, you definitely won't be the only one feeling this way.
You've never done as badly as you think you have
Try not to worry over any small mistakes you made, examiners usually won't punish you for them.
Try and forget about exams altogether
Finishing your GCSEs is a great achievement! You've definitely earned a few months of freedom.
Make the most of your summer
Summer is your time to shine! You've got a few months to focus on the things you enjoy doing.
Read more on The Uni Guide: how important are your GCSE grades?
It's not the end of the world if there's a hiccup
Your results won't define your future, so don't worry if you fall short of the grades you wanted.