THE STUDY CIRCLE
Study Habits Diagnostic
A supportive 6–8 minute reflection for Australian students in Years 7–12. This is not a clinical, psychological, learning or academic assessment. Use the 1–5 scale honestly rather than trying to give a perfect answer. Do not use this survey for emergencies. The Study Circle is not a counselling or crisis service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000 and speak with a trusted adult.
ORGANISATION
1. I keep track of homework, assessments and tests in one main place.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
2. I know which schoolwork needs attention before I begin a study session.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
3. I can usually find the notes, files or equipment I need.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
CONSISTENCY
4. I complete homework by the agreed deadline.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
5. I have a repeatable time or cue for beginning schoolwork.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
6. After a busy or missed day, I return to my plan rather than giving up on the week.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
TIME MANAGEMENT
7. I can usually estimate how long a school task will take.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
8. I plan study around sport, work, travel, family time and recovery.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
9. I choose tasks using deadline and importance rather than only doing the easiest task.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
ASSIGNMENT MANAGEMENT
10. I read task instructions and marking criteria early.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
11. I break a large assignment into smaller stages.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
12. I start assignments with enough time to improve the first attempt.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
STUDY TECHNIQUES
13. I test what I can remember without looking at my notes.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
14. I use practice questions or worked problems when they suit the subject.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
15. I use mistakes and feedback to choose what to practise next.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
EXAMINATION PREPARATION
16. I know which topics or skills will be assessed before I begin revising.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
17. I begin examination preparation early enough to use more than one study session.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
18. I practise answering questions under realistic time or condition limits.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
INDEPENDENCE
19. I check school portals, task notifications or my diary without relying on a parent to do it.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
20. I can begin schoolwork using an agreed routine or cue.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
21. I ask for a specific kind of help when I am stuck.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
CONFIDENCE
22. When a task feels large, I can choose a small first action.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
23. I believe I can improve a study skill by changing how I practise.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
24. I can explain which study techniques are useful for at least some of my subjects.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
25. I could be honest with a mentor about what I completed and what I missed.
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1 — Almost never
2 — Not often
3 — Sometimes
4 — Often
5 — Almost always
THE STUDY CIRCLE
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