Flashcards are one of the most powerful study tools — if you use them properly.If you’re doing your GCSEs, watch this before you start making your flashcards.In this episode of the Study Survival Podcast, we break down:

• Why flashcards work (the psychology of spaced recall)
• How to create effective flashcards (not just copying definitions)
• How many flashcards you actually need per topic
• A simple 4-box system to move knowledge into long-term memory
• How often GCSE and A-Level students should revise flashcards
• When to use AI for flashcards — and when not to
• Why multiple-choice flashcards can hold you back
• How parents can support revision without causing conflict at home

Whether you’re studying GCSEs, A-Levels, or similar exams, this episode shows you how flashcards fit into the bigger picture — from learning content for the first time to applying it confidently in exams.If revision feels overwhelming, you’re not alone — this method helps you study in a calmer, more effective way.👉 Subscribe for weekly study tips, tricks, and study hacks that stick.