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If your child’s preparing for their exams then it’s time to assume an area in the home where they can study in peace with little to no distraction and support where they need it. To set up the best study space, depending on your living arrangements, here are some top tips to follow from a sixth form in London.
Remove electrical devices
Make it a zone where phones and other devices have to be switched off or taken away while they work. Music should be allowed, but if there are options where they can listen offline it can ensure they’re not tempted to play on their phone. You’re removing the main distractions teenagers have, meaning they’re going to be able to concentrate on the work at hand.
Invest in comfortable furniture
If your child’s spending a lot of time sitting hunched over a desk then it’s wise to invest in some ergonomic furniture to help them avoid injury. Wrist pain and back pain are common in people who sit at their desks continually and can only be managed with the right furniture and support for their bodies.
Have an organised space ready
A messy table doesn’t motivate everyone to get working. Spend a little time arranging their workspace with desk organisers, files and a printer nearby if they need it. Over time your child can begin to look after this space as their own as you motivate them to tidy up after they’ve finished studying.
Keep noise down to a minimum
Unless your child loves the power of music to get them through their revision, you should aim to keep the space they’re working in relatively quiet. If it’s in a study room then this is easily achieved, but the dining room table might be all you can provide for your child. In these cases shut the doors and keep the noise down until they’ve finished studying.