How Students Can Use Save My Exams to Boost Their Grades
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The pressure of exams can feel overwhelming.
You're juggling multiple subjects, trying to remember countless facts, and worrying about whether you're revising the right material.
Add outdated textbooks and scattered notes into the mix, and you end up wasting precious revision time searching for reliable resources instead of actually learning.
That's where Save My Exams comes in. We've built an online revision platform designed to help students like you study smarter, not harder.
Our team of experienced teachers and examiners know exactly what you need to succeed because they've been marking papers and teaching students for years.
And now, they’re creating revision resources that cover your exact exam board and specification, giving you everything you need in one place.
Read on to find out how you can use Save My Exams to boost your grades.
Key Takeaways
Save My Exams provides comprehensive revision notes, exam questions, flashcards, and past papers all aligned to your specific exam board and specification.
Our platform uses smart features – like our personalised strengths and weaknesses tool – to help you focus on areas where you need the most improvement.
On average, students who use Save My Exams report improving by 2.6 grades.*
You can access all our resources 24/7 from any device, making it easy to fit revision into your schedule whether you're at home, school, or on the go.
* 1917 Save My Exams students were surveyed in September 2025
Key Features for Students
Let's have a look at exactly what you get with a Save My Exams membership, and how each tool helps you revise smarter.
Revision Notes
Our revision notes are exam-board specific study guides for GCSE, IGCSE, A Level, AP, and IB students. They’re written by experienced teachers who understand exactly what examiners are looking for.
Most importantly, they make revision simpler and smarter. The table below shows you how:
Revision notes feature | How this helps students study smarter |
|---|---|
Full syllabus coverage | You can be confident nothing important is missing, so revision feels complete and stress-free. |
Clear examples with diagrams, definitions, and worked examples | Difficult topics are easier to understand, helping concepts stick faster, and for longer. |
Focus on key facts, formulae, and processes | You learn exactly what examiners expect, without being overloaded by unnecessary detail. |
Tailored to different levels (Higher/Foundation, Combined/Separate) | Your revision matches your course, so every minute you study is relevant. |
Topics broken down into digestible chunks | Revision feels more manageable, making it easier to stay consistent and avoid burnout. |
Next steps: Head over to our guide to using Save My Exam revision notes to find out more.
Exam Questions
Exam questions let you test your knowledge on topic areas.
After using our revision notes, you can practice what you've learned, with examiner-written questions that target that exact topic. This helps cement the information in your memory.
Take a look at how this helps you study smarter:
Exam questions feature | How this helps students study smarter |
|---|---|
Wide range of exam-style question types | You get used to how questions are asked in real exams, so nothing feels unfamiliar on the day. |
Detailed worked answers for every question | You can see each step clearly, helping you learn the correct method, not just the final answer. |
Mark schemes provided | You understand how marks are awarded, so you know what examiners are actually looking for. |
Smart Mark instant feedback (AI-powered) | Ideal for spotting your mistakes and fixing them straight away to improve faster. |
Organised by topic | You can target weak areas, instead of revising everything at once. |
Next steps: Explore our mock exams and target test tools to develop a confidence-boosting exam technique.
Past Papers
Go one step further with your revision, and practice with past papers.
Save My Exams provides a comprehensive collection of past papers from your specific exam board. You can access papers from recent years to practice under exam conditions and enjoy these benefits:
Past papers feature | How this helps students study smarter |
|---|---|
Timed, exam-condition practice | You build speed, stamina, and focus, so the real exam feels familiar rather than scary. |
A comprehensive collection of exam papers to choose from | Your confidence and exam technique grows naturally the more you practise with recent exam material. |
Mark schemes provided | With mark schemes, you can:
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Next steps: Take a look at our guide to using Save My Exam past papers and dig into some subject-specific strategies to boost your grades.
Mock Exams
Mock exams take the understanding you build with revision notes, topic questions, and past papers and push it into full-exam performance mode. The benefits are below:
Mock exams feature | How this helps students study smarter |
|---|---|
Improved timing and stamina practice | Full papers help you manage your time better across all sections, reducing exam-day stress. |
Works with Smart Mark (AI-assisted marking) | You get personalised, exam-specific feedback that guides your revision (on supported subjects). |
Instant feedback with detailed solutions | You quickly see where you went wrong and how to fix it. |
Created by expert teachers and examiners | The questions help you build reliable exam technique. |
Target Test
Exam questions and mock exams are great. But, the Target Test tool goes one step further and builds a personalised practice experience based on your performance.
Here’s why you should try the Target Test tool.
Target test feature | How this helps students study smarter |
|---|---|
Personalised tests based on your weak areas | You concentrate revision on the exact topics you struggle with, rather than wasting time on what you already know. |
Customisable practice (topics, question types, difficulty, time) | You can decide the tests you want - short quick drills or deeper focused practice. |
Clear next-step guidance after each test | You’re told exactly what to revise next to improve. |
Flashcards
With Save My Exams flashcards, you can turn your revision from passive reading to active recall. This is where the magic really happens, and all that learning finally sticks.
Check out the benefits to using flashcards as part of your revision below:
Flashcards feature | How this helps students study smarter |
|---|---|
Written by expert teachers and examiners | Ensures flashcards focus on what really matters in exams. |
Helps you assess your revision progress | Sort into “I know this” / “Still learning” piles, so you can prioritise revising weak topics. |
Perfect for on-the-go revision | Lets you squeeze in quick recall practice anywhere, from short breaks to travel time. |
Quick recall format | Ideal for making key terms, formulae, definitions, and conversions stick. |
Next steps: Head over to our comprehensive guide to using flashcards as part of your revision schedule to find out more.
Smart Mark
Smart Mark gives you instant feedback on your Exam Question answers just like an examiner would. Check out the benefits:
Flashcards feature | How this helps students study smarter |
|---|---|
Matches your exam board’s mark scheme | Feedback matches how marks are awarded in your actual exams. |
Clear, structured tips on how to improve | You know exactly what to revise next to raise your grade. |
More accurate than general AI tools | It’s 69% more accurate than ChatGPT. |
Strength and Weaknesses Tool
Instead of trying to work out what you know or hoping you’re revising the right topics, our Strengths and Weaknesses tool highlights the areas that need more practice.
If the tool is available for your subject and exam board, you’ll see a Strengths & Weaknesses tab.
While you’re completing mock exams, exam questions, and target tests, this tool is beavering away in the background, analysing your activity, and giving you a clear guide to what to work on next.
Here’s how the Strengths and Weaknesses tool will help you:
Feature | How this helps students study smarter |
|---|---|
Analyses your performance by topic | You quickly see which syllabus areas you’ve mastered and which need more work, instead of guessing. |
Strength score for each topic | You can track progress and focus revision where it counts most. |
Links you straight to the resources that help you improve fastest | Once weaknesses are spotted, you can go straight to revision notes, flashcards, or question practice for that exact topic. |
Visual interface | Seeing your progress is a great motivation boost. |
Take a look at our Strengths and Weaknesses tool overview to get the most from the feature.
Tips for Making the Most of Save My Exams
Follow these four tips to make the most of Save My Exams:
1. Start Early and Be Consistent
Don't wait until a few weeks before your exams to begin revising.
Starting early gives you time to work through all the material at a comfortable pace. Don’t worry, this doesn’t mean mammoth revision sessions every day from September to June!
Instead, aim to spend a small amount of time on Save My Exams each day. Even 20-30 minutes daily builds up over time and keeps information fresh in your mind.
Consistency is more important than intensity when it comes to revision.
2. Focus on Your Weak Areas
It's tempting to keep revising topics you already understand because it feels good to get questions right. However, it’s not the best use of your study time.
Your exam grade improves most when you focus on areas where you're currently struggling. Use the Strengths and Weaknesses tool, alongside past papers, to identify these weak spots.
Dedicate extra time to challenging topics, breaking them down into smaller sections if needed. Don't avoid difficult material. Tackle it head-on with the support of our clear, examiner-written revision notes.
Remember, every topic you improve could add crucial marks to your final score.
3. Practice Under Exam Conditions
Studying using flashcards or revision notes is important, but practicing past papers under timed conditions is essential. Practicing under this pressure helps you stay calm and focused when it matters most.
Follow this simple plan:
Set a timer and complete a full past paper without breaks, exactly as you would in the real exam.
This builds your stamina and time management skills.
Pay attention to showing your working out (where needed) and using the language and terminology that examiners are looking for.
Exam technique is just as important as knowledge.
After completing a timed paper, mark it using the mark scheme and analyse where you lost marks.
This targeted feedback helps you improve quickly.
Make a list of weaker areas of knowledge.
Plan to add these to your revision timetable (opens in a new tab) for the following week.
4. Use Multiple Devices
Take advantage of the fact that Save My Exams works on phones, tablets, and computers. Maybe:
Review revision notes on your phone during your school commute or lunch break.
Use your computer for working through a past paper, where a larger screen comes in handy.
Work through a set of flashcards on your tablet in the evening.
Syncing across devices means your progress is always saved, allowing seamless revision wherever you are.
How Mylo Uses Save My Exams
Mylo is a Year 11 student preparing for his GCSE exams in England.
"I’m good with Maths and Science, but really can’t get my head around English Literature," Mylo explains. "My Macbeth notes from class were just really messy, and I didn't know where to start with revision."
Mylo discovered Save My Exams because a friend recommended it.
"I really like the revision notes," he says. "Everything is just laid out so clearly, and I could finally understand topics that had confused me for ages. I’m not the neatest person in the world, so having all the Macbeth themes as separate revision notes really helped me to structure my revision sessions."
Mylo uses the platform most days after school.
"I usually spend about thirty minutes going through a topic and then spend some time testing myself with the exam questions," he explains. "I don’t really have to go hunting for anything. It’s all there."
The exam questions are Mylo’s go-to revision tool.
"I used to read through my notes, but I didn't really know if I understood them. It didn’t help that they were a bit tatty," he says. "Now I can test myself on Macbeth, and get my answers marked straight away."
Mylo feels much more prepared for his upcoming exams.
"I’m definitely going to get better grades than I would’ve without Save My Exams," he says. "I'm not as stressed any more because I know I’m covering everything properly. The revision notes are so easy to understand, and I feel loads more confident about my exams in the summer."
How to Get Started
Getting started with Save My Exams is simple and straightforward.
Visit the Save My Exams website.
Click on the "Join now for free" button.
Sign up with Google or by using your email address and a password.
Select your exam board and subjects.
The platform will show you the available resources for your courses, like:
Revision notes
Exam questions
Past papers
Navigate through topics using the menu or search for specific content.
Start by reading through revision notes on a topic you're studying. After reading, click through to the exam questions to test your understanding.
Your progress is automatically tracked, and you can return to your dashboard at any time to see which topics you've covered.
The free trial gives you access to all features so you can experience the full platform.
If you find Save My Exams helpful during your trial, you can subscribe to continue accessing all resources.
Frequently Asked Questions From Students
What exam boards and qualifications does Save My Exams cover?
Save My Exams covers all major UK exam boards and international qualifications.
For GCSE, we provide resources for AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and WJEC.
For A Level, we cover the same exam boards with specifications for all major subjects.
We also provide comprehensive resources for IGCSE (both Cambridge and Edexcel), AP, and IB. Our team regularly updates content to match the latest specification changes.
How much does Save My Exams cost?
Save My Exams offers a free trial so you can explore the platform before subscribing.
After your trial period, subscription plans vary. Monthly, quarterly, and annual subscription options are available.
The platform often offers discounts during key revision periods. Many students find that even a few months of access during intensive revision provides excellent value.
All pricing information is transparent on the website, and you can cancel your subscription at any time if your needs change.
Can I use Save My Exams on my phone or tablet?
Yes. Save My Exams works on all devices.
You can access the platform through any web browser on your phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer. There's no need to download a separate app.
Your progress syncs automatically across all devices. This means you can read revision notes on your phone during a bus journey, then continue practicing questions on your computer at home.
Master What Matters and Start Improving Your Grades Today
Save My Exams gives you everything you need to prepare effectively for your exams in one convenient platform. There really is no need to go anywhere else.
But don’t just take our word for it – 97% of Save My Exams members report getting better grades*.
Whether you're just starting your revision journey or looking for a final push before your exams, Save My Exams provides the structure, content, and support you need to succeed. Start your free trial today and discover how much easier exam preparation can be with the right resources at your fingertips.
References
* 1917 Save My Exams students were surveyed in September 2025
Interview with Save My Exams member, Mylo (15 years old).
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