Customer Story: King's Academy Easthampstead Park School

• Improved usage among Key Marginals: Access GCSEPod helped students on the verge of meeting their predicted grades to achieve success, with usage increasing from 20% to 85%.
• Targeted revision strategies: Presentations and small group demonstrations ensured that students knew how to log in and use Access GCSEPod effectively.
• Enhanced exam results: The increased usage of Access GCSEPod led to significant improvements in GCSE results, with many students achieving their predicted grades or even surpassing them.
• Engaging content: Students appreciate the short, concise pods that provide all the information they need in an accessible format.
• Continued focus on student engagement: The school will continue to target Key Marginals and ensure all students and parents have access to GCSEPod resources through the school website.

Introduction  

King's Academy Easthampstead Park School, part of the King’s Academy Trust, has adopted Access GCSEPod to enhance student revision and independent learning. Vanessa Collins, the School Librarian and GCSEPod Lead, has played a crucial role in promoting the platform to both staff and students. By regularly sharing webinars and providing teachers with access to the wealth of resources available, Vanessa has ensured that Access GCSEPod is fully embedded into the school’s teaching and learning strategy. The platform is particularly popular in subjects such as English Literature and Science, where students find it a useful and easy-to-use revision tool.

Engagement with key marginal students  

Access GCSEPod has been instrumental in helping "Key Marginal" students—those on the cusp of achieving their predicted grades—reach their full potential. 

"I specifically targeted Key Marginal students who were just missing out on their predicted grades,"

Vanessa Collins explains. By providing small group presentations and demonstrations, these students received the support they needed to use GCSEPod effectively for revision.

Ease of use for teachers and students  

Teacher and students alike appreciate the simplicity of Access GCSEPod.

"It is easy to use and has a wealth of information,"

says Vanessa. Teachers use the platform to assign homework and revision tasks, while students enjoy the ease of finding all the answers they need in one place.

Positive impact on exam results  

The school saw remarkable improvements in exam performance following the promotion of Access GCSEPod.

"After positive promotion of the site, the uptake of GCSEPod increased from 20% to 85%, and as a result, GCSE results were greatly improved across the board,"

Vanessa shares. Many students achieved or exceeded their predicted grades, thanks to their use of the platform.

Concise and effective content  

Students enjoy the short, concise pods provided by Access GCSEPod, which make revision less time-consuming.

"The pods helped our students because they provided all the information they needed in a short time,"

Vanessa explains. This accessibility encouraged students to revise more frequently.

Ongoing support for independent study 

Targeting the students who needed the most help with revision made a tangible difference in the school's overall results.

"Targeting the students that needed help with revision the most helped our school achieve better grades and passes,"

Vanessa notes. The platform continues to support students' independent study and helps build their confidence.

Conclusion

Access GCSEPod has been a game-changer for King's Academy Easthampstead Park School, helping students achieve success and improving overall exam results. With its wealth of content and user-friendly platform, it’s an essential tool for schools looking to boost student performance. If you’re interested in exploring how Access GCSEPod can help your school, book a demo today and see how it can help your students thrive.