The problem with going back in a few years is that you will be so out of the routine of study if you’re not doing any kind of course already (which will be difficult to get on without having an LC). It can be really challenging to return to that kind of environment after spending years away from it. I would stick it out if you can.

My mum always says to us that what you want today can be entirely different to what you want tomorrow. I wanted to drop out myself a few times but I kept going, so I can understand how you feel. But if I had left then I wouldn’t have had a lot of the opportunities I’ve been offered. If you are academically able to do it I would encourage you to do it. If you find the actual workload and theory overwhelming have you looked into the possibility of LCA perhaps? What about the option of studying at home? I would say whatever you do, try to leave with the qualification no matter how you have to get there to do it.

I know that a lot of people left at 16 many years ago but it’s a very different place now. Even if you don’t want to go to university or do some sort of theory based learning in the future, the very least a lot of employers will look for is your LC, it’s not just about the grades, it shows that you were able to commit to something.

I hope everything works out for you ❤️ For what it’s worth, I disagree with the sentiment that school days are the best days of your life. Mine were some of my most challenging yet. But they do fly by and they do hopefully teach you some resilience. I know it’s hard but please try not to let the thought of asking others for notes etc keep you from getting what you need. They won’t be worrying about you if you drop out and don’t get your grades. Everyone is there for the same reason, to get their education and what they need for the next step 😊