Go Big: The Secondary School Survival Guide

Ace exams. Embrace your weirdness. Build toward your brilliant future.

Secondary school can be scary. Corridors can seem wide. Older children look terrifying. And all of a sudden there are important exams, messy friendships and stressful homework to contend with. But, whether you’re about to land at secondary school, or your wheels have already hit the runway but haven’t touched down smoothly yet, this insider’s guide will have you working hard and worrying less.

From common misconceptions and acing exams, to overcoming peer pressure and planning future goals, the nation’s favourite teacher, Mr Matthew Burton, will guide you through your worry-free school journey.