Short on time? The 80/20 approach focuses on the small set of skills that deliver most exam marks. With just 30 minutes a day, you can make real progress by combining quick practice, immediate feedback, and spaced review.
Why the 80/20 rule works
- Most marks come from core skills: number fluency, algebra manipulation, ratio & proportion, and geometry basics.
- Frequent, short practice sessions build automaticity faster than long, infrequent cramming.
- Immediate feedback prevents errors becoming habits.
The 30-minute daily routine
- 5 min — Warm-up fluency: mental arithmetic or times tables to get your brain moving.
- 15 min — Focus topic: one subtopic practice set with worked solutions.
- 5 min — Error log: write the mistake + the fix in your own words.
- 5 min — Spaced review: quickly revisit yesterday’s error log.
Weekly plan (example)
| Day | Focus | Quick links |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | Fractions & percentages | Quizzes |
| Tue | Linear equations | Tutorials |
| Wed | Ratio & proportion | Quizzes |
| Thu | Area, perimeter, circles | Tutorials |
| Fri | Data & averages | Quizzes |
| Sat | Exam practice (short set) | Exam papers |
| Sun | Light review + rest | — |
Make your learning stick
- Use the error log: problem, mistake, correct method, one example.
- Mix tutorial → practice → exam question for each topic.
- Celebrate small wins—consistency beats intensity.
Ready to start? Try a quick practice set and then book a free intro session if you want a personalised plan.