Effective Study Habits for Students at Townsville Schools

As the leading academic school in Queensland, Townsville Grammar School’s approach to teaching and learning focuses on the learner. In doing so, students are taught to develop the most effective learning and studying strategies. Keep reading to learn more about our study habits and tips for students at our primary and secondary Townsville schools.

Active Learning Starts at Primary Schools in Townsville

Effective study habits are essential for academic success, starting at the primary level all the way through to high schools in Townsville and beyond. It's not uncommon, however, for students to gravitate towards weaker study strategies, such as highlighting notes, which may be comforting and familiar but aren’t always the most effective.

Active learning practices have been shown to be far more beneficial in terms of retaining information and transferring knowledge and skills to new contexts. Active study skills are those that require action and include a range of activities that work toward effective retention of information. Students at Townsville schools can benefit from active study habits such as listening and questioning, quizzes, practise questions, group discussions, taking notes and self-testing. Passive study practises, such as re-reading notes and underlining, may not be as effective.

Successful Study Habits for Primary & High Schools in Townsville

One of several approaches used at Townsville Grammar School is for students in each year level to receive presentations by university students who give lively, engaging and information sessions on different aspects of being an active learner. These sessions are then followed up by teachers to reinforce the value of engaging study habits at primary and high schools in Townsville. It’s just one way our school helps students to become more intentional about using effective and active study strategies.

Some more great study tips are:

• Establish a dedicated study area
• Be organised: use your timetable and diary
• Develop a study plan that includes time for recreation, exercise, relaxation and sleep
• Make the most of the time in class
• Attend tutorials if they are available: ask questions and feedback
• Prepare materials each night in readiness for the next day
• Turn off devices when you are working and studying

If you’re a parent or guardian, speak to a member of our team to learn more about how you can help your child develop a study plan that works for them.

Get Your Student on the Path to Success with Townsville Grammar School

Townsville Grammar School is one of the top primary schools in Townsville, and we proudly guide students to success from Pre-Prep through Year 12. Contact us online to learn more about our learning culture and commitment to active learning.