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year 11 daughter struggling so much

103 replies

sorrelli · 21/12/2019 09:30

To cut a long story short, there have been extenuating circumstances which have meant that my daughter hasn't received much learning support until now, I have been unable to give it and have trusted that she would make good progress. She is well behaved, on time and the teachers say a lovely girl.

Her mock results were absolutely shocking, they were never amazing but they have plummeted, we have both suffered from depression and are getting our lives in order but she is not academic.

I have taken time off work to get better and help her focus. With mostly 1's 2's and 3's over 9 subjects I am now very worried she will not get in to sixth form.

The time we have left will basically be me teaching her all the content from scratch and revising. I am afraid her teachers are not interested in helping, they seem focused entirely on the higher sets getting them the results they want.

So the dilemma lies as follows: do we concentrate on the subjects she enjoys and likely to get highest results: History, Geography, French and English or mainly Maths, Science and English.

Her sixth form subjects rely mainly on Science, English and Maths.

However she is weaker on Maths and Science currently scoring a 1, yes a 1 but requiring a 4/5 to get into sixth form.

Please help me, what do I focus on with her?

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sashh · 21/12/2019 09:50

English maths and one science are the subjects needed for most jos so concentrate on that and then one or two of the subjects she likes.

Is there a possibility of resitting year 11?

Instead of VI form you might consider an FE college.

bionicnemonic · 21/12/2019 09:50

Don’t panic! It’s vital for both of you that this stays fun and light.
There are lots of free gcse maths resources online.
You’ll need structure. Cook together so she gets a break when you do and really focus. But most of look like you’re having fun, even if you’re worried, don’t let on!

LIZS · 21/12/2019 09:42

English, Maths and Science. Has she been assessed for any issues? Why do her teachers say she did so badly - lack of knowledge, focus, time management, exam technique? Is her attendance good? Tbh sixth form entry is least of your issues if she cannot pass the basics. Can you afford a tutor, is Senco willing to offer learning support?