Sally Weatherly

Hey Reader, You're 6 days away from your IB Physics exam – and at this point, it's all about smart revision. This is my public service announcement that that not every formula is in the data booklet. You do get a formula sheet in the exam – but it’s far from complete. That’s why I’ve pulled together a full list of the essential formulae that you’re expected to know off by heart (but won’t find in your data booklet). You can check out the full list on my blog post here: Formulae NOT in the IB...

Hey Reader, Let’s talk about that paper - the one that’s confusing everyone… Paper 1BThe new, slightly mysterious, graph-heavy, uncertainty-obsessed part of the IB Physics exam. I’ve had a flood of DMs asking: “What even is Paper 1B supposed to look like??”“What do I revise for this?”“Do we get both papers at the same time??” So I made something for you. It’s called the Paper 1B Survival Pack — and it’s everything you need to walk into Paper 1B feeling calm, prepared, and a little bit smug. ✅...

Hi Reader If you're revising for IB Physics and still feeling unsure about how to actually answer the exam questions… You’re not alone. Most students lose marks not because they don’t know the physics - …but because they don’t know what the examiner’s looking for. The IB Physics Exam Miracle fixes that. In just 3 hours. It's a last-minute masterclass that shows you exactly how to approach Paper 1A, 1B, and Paper 2 — with proven exam techniques that boost marks fast. ✅ Learn how to answer...

Hi there, happy Friday! I usually bang on about IB Physics… but today is different. Over the past few months, I’ve been digging deep into 10+ years of AS and A Level Physics exams and what I found genuinely surprised me. Here’s the big insight:85% of the marks come from just 6 command words. Words like calculate, explain, state… They appear over and over again. But here’s the issue:Most students lose marks not because they don’t understand the physics, but because they don’t know what the...

Hi Reader, Welcome to January 2025 - where New Year’s resolutions are still alive (just about) and IB exams suddenly feel… closer 😬 Over the holidays, I worked with my TrIBe students on tricky questions, IA feedback, and revision advice. Whenever they got stuck - be it a concept, a past paper, or one of those classic IB curveballs - they sent me their questions, and I helped them figure it out. Simple. The result? They’ve started 2025 confident and ready to tackle IB Physics head-on. If...

Hi Reader As the holidays approach, I thought it would be fun to explore a classic seasonal question: How does Santa deliver presents to every child in one night? Let’s break it down Santa's magic: 1. Santa’s Speed: To visit every home in the world (around 2 billion), Santa would have to travel roughly 1,800 miles per second—that’s about 0.9% of the speed of light! Of course, at this speed, relativity comes into play, and Santa’s mass would increase dramatically. Perhaps his sleigh uses...

Hi Reader Feeling the mock exam panic? Don’t worry—you’re not alone, and I’ve got you covered! Whether you’ve got two days or two hours to revise, here’s a simple, effective 5-step strategy to make your revision count. Step 1: Pick Your Questions Don’t overwhelm yourself. Randomly choose: 5 Paper 1A questions 2 Paper 2 questions …for each topic. Also find 3 data-based Paper 1B questions. There's a whole bank of these inside TrIBe. Step 2: Time Yourself Answer the questions in focused...

Hi Reader The Nov 2024 IB Physics exams are officially behind us! I think you were sitting those exams - right? How does it feel to have finished??? From my viewpoint, the Nov 24 exams made waves for a couple of big reasons.... Reason #1: They Were Hard! It’s fair to say that students found these papers challenging (I’ve seen some, let’s say, “colourful” feedback – here are the safe for work highlights) “The multiple-choice section definitely kept me on my toes! There were a couple of...

As you know, there are no official past papers yet for Paper 1B. However, the IB has provided a clear outline of the types of questions you can expect in this section. You know that I'm completely committed to TrIBe Physics being the best IB Physics resource available! So, to make sure you're thoroughly prepared, I’ve significantly expanded our practice question bank in Step 4 > Get The Grade > Paper 1B. Previously, it contained questions worth about 30 marks. Now, it’s grown to an extensive...

Hi Reader, Let’s be real for a second... juggling the IB Physics syllabus can feel like trying to solve a Rubik's Cube blindfolded. With so much to cover, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to drown in stress! Strategic Study Watch this video where I break down my approach to strategic study - it’s all about making the most of your time so you can achieve top marks with less hassle. Plus, I’ll give you a sneak peek into my 4-Step Success Path, designed to...