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Balancing Sport, Homework and Study Time
Thandiwe Mokoena
- 9 January 2024
- Comment 4
Sport matters. So does homework. Many learners at our Menlo Park centre play rugby, netball, hockey or swim, and still pass well. The secret is a weekly plan that gives each activity its place.
Start by writing down training times, matches and school hours. Then slot study blocks into the gaps, ideally before training when the mind is fresh.
A tired learner studies badly. Plan rest as carefully as you plan revision. Megan Fourie, Study Skills CoachReview the plan every Sunday evening and adjust it when exams or tournaments come closer.
Use the small gaps in your day
Fifteen minutes on the bus, before supper or between practice and bedtime adds up fast. Keep a summary page or flashcards in your school bag and use those gaps for quick revision. Do the heavy thinking, like algebra or essays, when you have more energy.
Know when to say no
During exam weeks, it is fine to skip an extra match or social event. Talk to your coach and your parents early. Most coaches understand, and your results will thank you later.
Rajesh Naidoo
I really enjoyed this post. My son has started using past papers every afternoon and his confidence in Maths is already much better.
David Abrahams
Thank you for the kind words! We are glad the advice helped you. Please keep sending your questions to the Kennispunt team.
Megan Fourie
Very helpful advice for matric parents. The tips on planning study time and asking teachers the right questions made our evenings less stressful. Thank you!
Lerato Molefe
Clear and practical article. I shared it with my Grade 11 class group and we are already trying the revision timetable ideas before the November exams.