The go-to exam prep course for teenagers just got even better!
Now part of a 10-level exam programme with Academy Stars
The go-to exam prep course for teenagers – now with even more benefits for students, teachers and schools!
Optimise Stars, the new edition of Optimise, combines the hugely popular methodology of the original Optimise series with new content that is genuinely relevant to teenagers. It teaches students essential exam skills and techniques to optimise their exam performance and ensure no surprises on the day. It gives teachers comprehensive
Teenage content for teenage students
Optimise Stars integrates teen-friendly reading lessons, grammar animation videos, real-world videos, and gamified digital activities to keep students engaged. Engaged learners absorb information better, retain knowledge, and develop a positive attitude towards their studies. By creating an interactive and stimulating environment, Optimise Stars enhances comprehension and motivates teenagers to actively participate in their learning journey.
exam-prep guidance and offers additional wellbeing support for both students and teachers.
Optimise Stars is also now part of a new 10-level exam-focused programme for schools that offers a seamless classroom experience from primary through to secondary.
Essential Exam Skills and Strategies
In response to teacher feedback, we have streamlined the programme by reducing the number of core units per level and adding a dedicated starter and preview unit. This allows teachers to comfortably cover the entire course within the academic year while reinforcing key language skills. The core units include the Optimise Your Exam and Exam Skills boxes, giving students essential tools and strategies to excel in their exams.
Designed as a comprehensive, 10 level programme
Optimise Stars has been carefully designed to align with Academy Stars 2nd Edition to provide a cohesive and complete 10-level course designed for both primary and secondary students preparing for Cambridge exams. This ensures a seamless learning experience for students with several shared features including:
• Global Citizenship Skills:: Every unit features thought-provoking questions that foster critical thinking, an essential skill directly linked to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Targeted Cambridge Exam Practice: Students benefit from practise tailored for Key for Schools, Preliminary for Schools, and First for Schools.
• Inductive Grammar Approach: An inductive approach to grammar instruction promotes deeper understanding and retention.
• Autonomous Learning Tips: A new ‘Learning to Learn’ feature in the student components encourages self-directed learning.
• Dynamic Learning Tools: Each unit includes a grammar video to enhance comprehension and engagement.
Optimise your student wellbeing
Teenage students often face anxiety from study workloads, tight deadlines, and the pressure of exam preparation. The Optimise Your Wellbeing section, located at the end of each Review (every two units), provides essential tips and strategies to manage examrelated anxiety and pressure effectively.
What’s new in Optimise Stars:
New Reading Texts
Fresh contemporary reading materials included in both the Student’s Book and Workbook.
Updated Visuals
Vibrant new photographs and
Full-Colour Workbook
A vibrant resource that enhances engagement and makes learning more enjoyable.
Brand New Video Content
Resources that support learning and provide varied content delivery aligned with teenage student’s interests.
Wellbeing Feature
A new section in the review materials focused on student wellbeing.
Mock Exams
Each level includes two mock exams to support effective student preparation.
Digital Games
Twenty engaging activities per level designed to reinforce learning interactively.
Every unit starts with either a new digital game or a new documentary or situational video to introduce the topic.
