With the 2015/2016 school year just beginning we’ve put together a collection of advice from our 2014/2015 Franklin Scholars to help new Year 7s with the first week jitters. Starting a new school year can make some students feel really excited but others maybe feeling a little nervous. No matter where you fall on the spectrum these pieces of advice are good to keep in mind!

-“Get involved with your lessons, other pupils and even clubs!”

-“Step out of your comfort zone… talk to people and ask for help.”

-“…have fun, because you can learn a lot of cool stuff and experience new things.”

-“Always be yourself and that will help you make friends.”

-“Try your best at your work and feel free to ask a teacher for help.”

-“…always believe in your abilities and strength and don’t compare yourself to others.”

-“Don’t let the fear of new people and a new place affect your confidence towards others. Be sociable and friendly because that’s the first step in opening up.”

-“…always believe in your abilities and strength and don’t compare yourself to others.”

We’d like to say good luck to all of the Year 7s starting a new chapter in their lives and anyone else who’s starting something new where this advice might come in handy.