The night before is not the time for cramming. It's the time for sleep, calm and a sense of control. Here's a working plan.
The evening
- Pack everything needed (pencils, water, snack, ID) into a bag before dinner.
- A relaxed dinner with no exam talk.
- Optional: 15 minutes of light reading, no maths.
- Bed at the normal time — not earlier. An earlier bedtime than usual causes insomnia.
The morning
Normal breakfast. Avoid sugary cereals — they spike then crash. Eggs, toast, banana — anything with protein and slow-release carbs. Practice now a 10-minute warm-up if it helps focus on the morning, but no more than that.
The drop-off
Keep the goodbye short and ordinary. "Have a good one — see you afterwards" works better than long pep talks.