ππ§ Parents Take βExam Leaveβ to Support Stressed Teens β and Itβs a Game-Changer π§ π
UK parents are stepping up to help their kids survive exam season
With GCSEs and A-levels kicking off, UK teens are officially in one of the most intense, pressure-packed times of their academic lives β and this year, more parents than ever are hitting pause on work to support them. Yep, βexam leaveβ is now a thing. ππ₯΄
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ What Is βExam Leaveβ?
Instead of just crossing their fingers and hoping for the best, parents are:
Working from home π π»
Using holiday time π΄
Reorganising their schedules to be present, calm, and supportive at home
Theyβre helping teens manage study timetables, prep healthy meals, cut down on phone time, and just be there β emotionally and practically. And no, itβs not βhelicopter parentingβ β itβs compassionate strategy, backed by experts like Dr. Kathryn Weston. π¬β¨
π° Why It Matters
Teens today are under massive pressure. With global comparisons showing UK students face one of the heaviest exam loads, mental health risks like anxiety, ADHD, burnout, and isolation are spiking. π§©π
Some schools are responding by:
Bringing students back for structured revision sessions
Offering wellbeing support
Partnering with services like Childline and Priory for extra help π§ π§ββοΈ
π‘ Big Picture?
This isnβt just about grades. Itβs about helping teens feel stable, safe, and seen β and parents are playing a crucial role. With talks of reforming assessment systems, this moment could reshape how we support young people in high-pressure times. πͺπ
