Start with one observable goal
Instead of writing ‘get better at Mathematics’, choose something you can demonstrate: solve five linear equations and explain each step. Use a recent piece of marked work to choose the starting point. If several topics feel difficult, ask your teacher or tutor which skill the others depend on.
Write the goal at the top of a page, followed by the task you will use to check it. Keep the first goal small enough to revisit several times during the week.
Fit practice around your actual week
List school hours, travel, family commitments and rest before adding study time. Choose a few short sessions you can reliably attend. Leave some space for unfinished work instead of filling every available hour.
For example, use Monday to review a worked example, Wednesday to solve similar questions without looking, and Saturday to attempt a mixed set. This is a starting template, not a fixed timetable: adjust the length and frequency to the learner.
Give each session a clear finish
Begin by recalling what you remember before opening your notes. Work through the task, then compare your method with a reliable solution. Record the step that caused difficulty rather than copying the whole answer.
Finish with one sentence: ‘I can now…’ or ‘I still need help with…’. Bring that note and the attempted work to the next lesson so your tutor can see where to begin.
Review the plan, not just the score
At the end of the week, repeat a similar task without help. Compare the method as well as the answer. If the goal is still difficult, reduce the task or revisit a prerequisite skill. If it feels secure, add a slightly less familiar example.
A useful plan changes when the evidence changes. Keep the sessions that helped and replace activities that only filled time.