India, May 2 -- After students from city schools scored above 95 per cent in this year's ICSE board examinations, toppers shared their success strategies with Hindustan Times and credited focused preparation, regular practice, and support from teachers, for both academics and mental health for their strong performance.

At Scottish High International School, extra classes were held especially for students scoring around 95% to help them push their scores to 99%. Teachers shared detailed notes for each topic and conducted 10 to 15 practice tests within the 20 days before the final exams. In addition to academic help, mental health support was also provided. Students were taught how to manage stress, stay calm under pressure, and remain foc...