The Success Blueprint Experience equips Year 11's with tools they can immediately put into action and a clear plan—to increase focus, ignite motivation, and exceed their predicted grades.
Discover the impact this 60 minute workshop had on one schools GCSE revision (and results) in 2024—and how it could give your students' the ultimate academic advantage… this year!
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The Success Blueprint Experience equips Year 11's with tools they can immediately put into action—to increase focus, ignite motivation, and exceed their predicted grades.
Discover the impact this 60 minute workshop had on one schools GCSE revision (and results) in 2024—and how it could give your students' the ultimate academic advantage… this year!
Enhancing Young People's Futures Together With
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My favourite discovery was finding out I’m in charge of my own future.
I’m going to believe in myself more and start revising 45 minutes a day, starting today!
Year 11 student comment after the workshop [29th February 2024]
OUR BRIEF WAS SIMPLE
Inspire Students to Revise
How? Since 2019, our Year 11 Success Blueprint Workshop has been optimised to boost academic performance and enhance student outcomes at this most critical phase in their educational journey, by:
- Empowering them with the self-belief, resilience and essential life skills to achieve beyond what they ever believed possible.
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Develop a greater perspective to see GCSEs as their key to more opportunities, freedom, higher earning potential etc,
Most importantly... ignite intrinsic motivation and equip them with tools they can use instantly to take action. Focus. Engage. Revise!
Participated in the SuccessBlueprint Workshop
Increase Progress 8 andAttainment 8 Scores
Enhancing Young People's Futures Together With
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My favourite discovery was finding out I’m in charge of my own future.
I’m going to believe in myself more and start revising 45 minutes a day, starting today!
Year 11 student comment after the workshop [29th February 2024]
OUR BRIEF WAS SIMPLE
Inspire & Motivate Students to Revise
Since 2019, the Year 11 Success Blueprint has been optimised to boost academic performance and enhance student outcomes, by:
- Empowering them with the self-belief, resilience and essential life skills to achieve beyond what they ever believed possible.
-
Develop a greater perspective to see GCSEs as their key to more opportunities, freedom, higher earning potential etc,
Most importantly... ignite intrinsic motivation and equip students' with tools they can use instantly to take action.
Focus. Engage. Revise!
It helped me see how my grades will unlock so many doors in the future.
Even if I don't think I need them now, I do not want to have to do resits with 16-year olds when I'm older.
Year 11 student comment after the workshop [29th February 2024]
MEASURING SUCCESS FOR
Students and the School
We understand a school's most limited resource—is time.
This is why we're a little obsessed (in a good way) with finding the most efficient way to not only generate, but also 'measure' results.
To achieve this, we gave students three months to implement what they learned—before giving them with a QR code to access a digital survey they could complete in their own time...
No more rounding up students or struggling to book the IT lab!
Stephen and Taleen's Success Blueprint is more than just inspiration and motivation.
At a time when so many feel the pressures of exams and uncertain which direction to take—it gives students actionable strategies and the self belief to take charge of their future and connect education with their aspirations.
J Philliskirk, Deputy Head & Year 11 Lead, Scalby School Scarborough [25th February 2025]
It helped me see how my grades will unlock so many doors in the future.
Even if I don't think I need them now, I do not want to have to do resits with 16-year olds when I'm older.
Year 11 student comment after the workshop [29th February 2024]
MEASURING SUCCESS FOR
Students and the School
We understand a school's most limited resource—is time. Which is why we're a little obsessed (in a good way) with finding the most efficient way to not only generate, but also 'measure' results.
To achieve this, we gave students three months to implement what they learned—before providing them with a QR code to access a digital survey they could complete in their own time...
No more rounding up students or struggling to book the IT lab!
Stephen and Taleen's Year 11 Success Blueprint is more than just inspiration and motivation.
At a time when so many feel the pressures of exams and uncertain which direction to take—it gives students actionable strategies and the self belief to take charge of their future and connect education with their aspirations.
J Philliskirk, Deputy Head & Year 11 Lead, Scalby School Scarborough [25th February 2025]
YEAR 11 SUCCESS BLUEPRINT EXPERIENCE 2024
THE IMPACT
Took Action & Revised
Eight in ten students took steps to improve their GCSE Grades (see what they did below).
Increased Perspective
Nine in ten now see better grades as their key to greater opportunities, freedom and ability to earn more.
Felt More Motivated
The workshop had the greatest impact on their self-belief, motivation, and hope for the future.
Recommended For Yr11's
Almost every student rated the workshop '10/10—Really Useful’, and would highly recommend it to other Yr11's..
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YEAR 11 SUCCESS BLUEPRINT EXPERIENCE 2024
THE IMPACT
Took Action & Revised
Eight in ten students took steps to improve their GCSE Grades (see what they did below).
Increased Perspective
Nine in ten now see better grades as their key to greater opportunities, freedom and ability to earn more.
Felt More Motivated
Students' said the workshop had the greatest impact on their self-belief, motivation, and hope for the future.
Recommended
Almost every student rated the workshop '10/10—Really Useful’, and would highly recommend it to other Year 11's.
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How Does This One Hour Workshop Support Schools In Enhancing Student Outcomes?
It's no secret that telling students they need to revise and make the most of this critical phase in their lives can be a little frustrating—to say the least.
It's often met with an eye roll (if you’re lucky) or blank stare that makes you feel like you’re speaking a foreign language.
Cue the inevitable school reunion conversation ten years from now, you can already hear them say:
“If only I’d listened more in school...”
But giving up on them isn’t an option, as a teacher you do all you can to set them up for success:
- After-school revision sessions,
- Motivational Assemblies,
- Career Mentors,
- Daily encouragement…
And yet, it still feels like something's missing—a way to bridge the gap between what they know they should do, and actually doing it.
How Does This One Hour Workshop Support Schools In Enhancing Student Outcomes?
It's no secret that telling students they need to revise and make the most of this critical phase in their lives can be a little frustrating—to say the least.
It's often met with an eye roll (if you’re lucky) or blank stare that makes you feel like you’re speaking a foreign language.
Cue the inevitable school reunion conversation ten years from now, you can already hear them say:
“If only I’d listened more in school...”
But giving up on them isn’t an option, as a teacher you do all you can to set them up for success:
- After-school revision sessions,
- Motivational Assemblies,
- Career Mentors,
- Daily encouragement…
And yet, it still feels like something's missing—a way to bridge the gap between what they know they should do, and actually doing it.
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UNDERSTANDING THE CHALLENGE
The Aspirations Myth
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Low aspirations and resilience are often blamed for students lack of motivation to revise and falling short of their academic potential.
Our work in secondary schools and further education settings reveals this isn't quite the full story.
We've found even the most disengaged students, from disadvantaged backgrounds have incredibly high aspirations for their future.
UNDERSTANDING THE CHALLENGE
The Aspirations Myth
Low aspirations and resilience are often blamed for students lack of motivation to revise and falling short of their academic potential.
Our work in secondary schools and further education settings reveals this isn't quite the full story.
We've found even the most disengaged students, from disadvantaged backgrounds have incredibly high aspirations for their future.
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YOUNG PEOPLE'S
Greatest Barrier
Having coached over 7,000 children aged 6 to 16+, we've learned the greatest barrier to their personal and academic success is not determined by where they live, natural talents, academic ability... it's not even their aspirations.
It's that by Year 11, as many as:
1 in 2
No longer believe
their aspirations are possible
for them to achieve
6 in 10
Feel they have no control over at least one area of their life (i.e. future, anger, anxiety, mental health, etc)
8 in 10
Admit to being put off pursuing goals or a career choice because a family member was unsupportive and didn’t believe in them
Source: Analysis from Success Blueprint responses of over 2,800 young people (Years 7-11) across secondary schools in North Yorkshire, Redcar, and Humberside.
THE REAL CHALLENGE
No Belief = No Action
In the lead-up to their GCSEs, many students report feeling stressed and anxious.
Yet, due to this lack of self-belief— take no action and settle for uninspiring goals based on what they believe is possible, rather than what they're truly capable of.
Without intervention, this not only impacts their education, it can also become a recurring theme that limits their opportunities and potential their whole lives.
We're on a mission to change this... we'd love your school to join us!
YOUNG PEOPLE'S
Greatest Barrier
Having coached over 7,000 children aged 6 to 16+, we've learned the greatest barrier to young people's personal and academic success is not determined by where they live, natural talents, academic ability... it's not even their aspirations.
It's that by Year 11, as many as:
1 in 2
No longer believe
their aspirations are possible
for them to achieve
6 in 10
Feel they have no control over at least one area of their life (i.e. future, anger, anxiety, mental health, etc)
8 in 10
Admit to being put off pursuing goals or a career choice because a family member was unsupportive and didn’t believe in them
Source: Analysis from Success Blueprint Responses of over 2,800 young people
(Years 7-11) across secondary schools in North Yorkshire, Redcar, and Humberside.
THE REAL CHALLENGE
No Belief = No Action
In the lead-up to their GCSEs, students report feeling stressed and anxious. Yet, due to a lack of self-belief—take no action and settle for uninspiring goals based on what they believe is possible, rather than what they're truly capable of.
Without intervention, this not only impacts their education, it can also become a recurring theme that limits their opportunities and potential their whole lives.
We're on a mission to change this... we'd love your school to join us!
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THE SOLUTION
The Most Reliable Fuel For GCSE Success: Emotions
In just 60 minutes the Success Blueprint breaks the cycle of self-doubt and inaction by leveraging the most reliable fuel for success—the driving force behind every human action: Emotions and Beliefs.
With a real focus on meeting young people where they are, practical strategies, memorable formulas and relatable examples, Year 11's:
- Are inspired to aim higher—by reconnecting with their aspirations, and empowered with the self-belief they'll need to achieve them.
- Gain clarity on their short and longterm goals—to uncover their motivators and understand not just what they want, but more importantly why they want them,
Through our Emotional Perspective Technique (EPT)—students' are able to connect the dots between their education and future to see (and feel) how what they do now—really counts.*
*Grounded in 20+ years of neuroscience and behavioural psychology, our evidence-based coaching enhances young peoples personal and academic success—by influencing the root cause of their actions, behaviour and results.
THE SOLUTION
The Most Reliable Fuel For GCSE Success: Emotions
In just 60 minutes the Success Blueprint breaks the cycle of self-doubt and inaction by leveraging the most reliable fuel for success.
The driving force behind every human action: Emotions and Beliefs.
With a real focus on meeting young people where they are, practical strategies, memorable formulas and relatable examples, Year 11's:
- Are inspired to aim higher—by reconnecting with their aspirations, and empowered with the self-belief they'll need to achieve them.
- Gain clarity on their short and longterm goals—to uncover their motivators and understand not just what they want, but more importantly why they want them,
Through our Emotional Perspective Technique (EPT)—students' are able to connect the dots between their education and future to see (and feel) how what they do now—really counts.
DESIGNED FOR SCHOOLS. DEVELOPED FOR YEAR 11's.
Optimised To Boost Academic Performance & Results
The core aim of the Success Blueprint Experience is for every student to leave the workshop with a plan and the motivation to improve upon their predicted grades—equipped with tools they can immediately put into action to increase focus, reduce overwhelm, and unlock their academic potential.
Want To Give Your Year 11's The Ultimate GCSE Revision Advantage in 2025?
In just 60 minutes we'll bridge the gap to change that school reunion conversation ten years from now—by empowering your students' with the self-belief, resilience and motivation to take action.... Focus. Engage. Revise!
Click to call or email taleen@emotionswitch.org
DESIGNED FOR SCHOOLSDEVELOPED FOR YEAR 11
Optimised To Boost Academic Performance and Results
The core aim of the Success Blueprint Experience is for every student to leave the workshop with a plan and the motivation to improve upon their predicted grades—equipped with tools they can immediately put into action to increase focus, reduce overwhelm, and unlock their academic potential.
Want To Give Your Year 11's The Ultimate GCSE Revision Advantage?
By tapping into the most reliable fuel for GCSE success, we can change that school reunion conversation ten years from now—by empowering your students' with the self-belief, resilience and motivation to take action. Focus. Engage. Revise!
Click to call or email taleen@emotionswitch.org
When I was little, I always wanted to be a Marine Biologist.
As I got older, I thought I could never do that. But now I realise that is what I really want to do—and I know I can do it.
Year 11 student comment after the workshop [February 2022]
When I was little, I always wanted to be a Marine Biologist.
As I got older, I thought I could never do that. But now I realise that is what I really want to do—and I know I can do it.
Year 11 student comment after the workshop [February 2022]
WHAT'S INCLUDED AND...
What's The Cost?
For as little as £8, every Year 11 will receive our 60 Minute Success Blueprint Experience, 4 Page Workbook, Emotion Switch Pen, Revision Bookmark and Student Impact Survey.
P.S. Teachers can rest assured there’ll be no lesson plans and no e-learning... we come in to your school.
Click to call or email taleen@emotionswitch.org
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WHAT'S INCLUDED AND...
What's the Cost?
For as little as £8, every Year 11 will receive our 60 Minute Success Blueprint Experience, 4 Page Workbook, Emotion Switch Pen, Revision Bookmark and Student Impact Survey.
P.S. Teachers can rest assured there’ll be no lesson plans and no e-learning... we come in to your school.
Click to call. Or email: taleen@emotionswitch.org
My favourite part was Eva's Snow globe Story.
Get really clear on what you want, see failure as a stepping stone, don't quit and remember—you already have all you need to succeed!
Year 11 student, Scalby School [May 2024]
My favourite part was Eva's Snowglobe Story.
Get really clear on what you want, see failure as a stepping stone, don't quit and remember—you already have all you need to succeed!
Year 11 student, Scalby School [May 2024]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Emotion Switch?
We’re a Yorkshire-based Primary and Secondary Education organisation, committed to the personal and academic success of children and young people.
Our school workshops, programmes, and CPD are designed to strengthen the key metrics that matter most—academic performance, attitudes to learning, behaviour, and attendance.
Whether you’re looking for a targeted group, class, or whole-school approach, we work with you to optimise time, reduce school spending, and enhance the learning environment for all.
If we're already investing in study skills interventions, do we still need the Year 11 Success Blueprint?
Study skills interventions play a valuable role in helping students revise more effectively. But even the best strategies fall short if students don’t believe they’re capable of achieving their aspirations, can’t see how their grades connect to their future, or don’t understand the payoff.
That’s where the Year 11 Success Blueprint Experience comes in.
Belief and perspective are the foundation of academic success—it’s this foundation that makes other interventions even more impactful.
When is the best time to run the Year 11 Success Blueprint workshop?
To reduce time out of lessons, we’ve found a large group format (90+ students) delivered straight after mock exams through to the final week before GCSEs is the optimal window for impact.
It’s at this point we can harness the urgency to increase focus—when disengaged students can't quite see how their grades fit into their future (yet), and high-achievers may be feeling overwhelmed, at risk of burnout.
Is Emotion Switch more suited to disengaged, or high-achieving students?
It is highly recommend for both.
Why? Emotion Switch is an inclusive, class-based approach that leverages the benefits of peer learning and is most effective when centred around a specific, relatable theme—such as GCSEs.
This ensures every student, regardless of academic ability or performance level—gains a personal edge by meeting them where they are.
For high achievers—students discover simple, practical strategies to develop a healthy level of control and reduce burnout—equipping them with the clarity and tools to sustain high performance without feeling overwhelmed.
For disengaged learners—who feel their choices are limited by where they live, how they're doing at school, home life, or other barriers—the workshop provides a safe space to explore what they really want to become or achieve. Helping them re-channel their energy, re-engage in learning, and spark the change needed to overcome self-imposed and socio-economic barriers.
How does Emotion Switch compare to other school solutions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Emotion Switch?
We’re a Yorkshire-based Primary and Secondary Education organisation, committed to the personal and academic success of children and young people.
Our school workshops, programmes, and CPD are designed to strengthen the key metrics that matter most—academic performance, attitudes to learning, behaviour, and attendance.
Whether you’re looking for a targeted group, class, or whole-school approach, we work with you to optimise time, reduce school spending, and enhance the learning environment for all.
If we're already investing in study skills interventions, do we still need the Year 11 Success Blueprint Workshop?
Study skills interventions play a valuable role in helping students revise more effectively. But even the best strategies fall short if students don’t believe they’re capable of achieving their aspirations, can’t see how their grades connect to their future, or don’t understand the payoff.
That’s where the Year 11 Success Blueprint Experience comes in.
Belief and perspective are the foundation of academic success—it’s this foundation that makes other interventions even more impactful.
When is the best time to run the Year 11 Success Blueprint workshop?
To reduce time out of lessons, we’ve found a large group format (90+ students) delivered straight after mock exams through to the final week before GCSEs is the optimal window for impact.
It’s at this point we can harness the urgency to increase focus—when disengaged students can't quite see how their grades fit into their future (yet), and high-achievers may be feeling overwhelmed, at risk of burnout.
Is Emotion Switch more suited to disengaged, or high-achieving students?
It is highly recommend for both.
Why? Emotion Switch is an inclusive, class-based approach that leverages the benefits of peer learning and is most effective when centred around a specific, relatable theme—such as GCSEs.
This ensures every student, regardless of academic ability or performance level—gains a personal edge by meeting them where they are.
For high achievers—students discover simple, practical strategies to develop a healthy level of control and reduce burnout—equipping them with the clarity and tools to sustain high performance without feeling overwhelmed.
For disengaged learners—who feel their choices are limited by where they live, how they're doing at school, home life, or other barriers—the workshop provides a safe space to explore what they really want to become or achieve. Helping them re-channel their energy, re-engage in learning, and spark the change needed to overcome self-imposed and socio-economic barriers.