PW invited parents from Inventure Academy, Bengaluru to share their insights on how they ensure their children remain calm during exam seasons

“Exam seasons test more than just what my daughter Ezri Syed Rajendran (class VI) knows —  it chal-lenges her calm, balance, and confidence. At home, I try to keep the atmosphere light and reassuring. We revise together on weekends, breaking lessons into manageable parts and celebrating progress instead of stressing over what remains. I’ve learned that calm doesn’t come from studying harder but from remaining connected with what makes her happy. For Ezri, that’s football. Even during exams, she refuses to miss practice — and I’ve acknowledged it as her best stress-reliever. The football field gives her freedom, balance, and confidence that carry into her studies. So I encourage it. It’s her reset button and a reminder that exams are only one part of life” — Tazeen Syeda, Director at Fidelity Investments

“Our son Vedant (class XI) is a dedicated and disciplined child who manages  academics and competitive football with commitment. This balance demands good time management, a structured routine and short, focused study sessions using techniques like Pomodoro. Sports activity has greatly helped in building his discipline. Just as daily training is essential in football, he ensures he studies every day as well. He follows a regular sleep schedule and a healthy diet, which keeps him energised. During exams, we maintain the same routine: at least eight hours of sleep, some physical activity and a warm, support-ive, stress-free home environment. On exam day, we remind him to practise deep breathing and stay calm, just as he would before a football match” — Shreya Mishra, self-employed

“Exams are stressful for all students, and even more so for parents. Our daughter Taisha is in class XI, a crucial year for her. The exam pattern in her previous school was very different from the IGCSE format here, which made her anxious. At the start of the year, she often turned to stress eating—noodles, chocolates—and stayed up late, relying on last-minute cramming as exams approached. However, over the past few months she has adopted a far more structured routine that helps her stay calm. She now practises timed writing to improve speed, has dinner on schedule, avoids her phone, and sleeps early. Prayer has also played a meaningful role in maintaining her composure.” — Kanchan Gupta, Startup Entrepreneur

“For my son Aaryan Darshan (class VIII), keeping calm during exam season begins with simple basics: nutritious meals, sufficient sleep, and a steady study routine. When his body and mind are relaxed, everything becomes easier. We often share stories from our own school days, helping him understand that exams are only a phase of life, not something to fear. There is no pressure at home; we remind him that exams merely show what he has learned and where he can improve. A month before exams, we create a shared calendar and study plan in which playtime is essential, because it helps him refocus. We encourage smart study habits and regular revision to avoid last-minute stress. — Soumya Reddy, Director, Saiven Group