There can be many reasons behind a child’s underperformance in exams. Some possible reasons include:
Lack of preparation:
Your child may underperform in exams if they are not prepared fully for it. Lack of preparation is the key reason behind underperformance in exams.
Poor study habits:
A child may have poor study habits such as procrastination or lack of organization, which can make it difficult for them to perform.
Learning difficulties:
Your child may have a learning difficulty such as ADHD or dyslexia, which can make it difficult for them to perform well on exams.
Test anxiety:
Some children may experience test anxiety, which can make it difficult for them to focus and perform well on exams.
Lack of sleep:
If your child is not getting enough sleep, it can affect their ability to perform well on exams.
Poor nutrition:
A poor diet can affect a child’s ability to concentrate, remember and perform well on exams.
Distractions:
Distractions like social media, video games or other activities can take away from your child’s study time ultimately resulting in negative impact on studies and exams.
Lack of engagement with the subject:
If a child is not interested in the subject they are studying, they may have a hard time focusing and underperform in exams.
Lack of support:
Children may not have the support they need which can make it difficult for them to perform well on exams.
It’s important to remember that every child is unique and may face different challenges and obstacles. By identifying the cause, it will be easier to provide the support and resources to help the child succeed.
iGuide Academy offers significant help when it comes to improvement of general grades and your child’s attitude towards his studies. We are located in North York, Toronto and provide personalized tutoring for subjects ranging from English, Maths, STEAM, French and testing services such as EQAO.
