Our Subjects
Mathematics
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Leaving Certificate Higher Level Maths builds upon students’ knowledge from Junior Cycle and provide them with a further challenge.
It covers a wide range of topics including algebra, calculus, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and financial maths.
The syllabus emphasises problem-solving, logical reasoning, and real-life applications of mathematics. Students are expected to understand both theory and application.
The course is examined through two papers, each testing different strands of the curriculum.
Success in Higher Level Maths can open doors to university courses in science, engineering, business, technology, and beyond.
Additionally, students who sit the higher level exam will gain an extra 25 CAO points if they achieve a H6 or higher.
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Junior Cycle Maths is designed to build a strong foundation in mathematical understanding and skills.
It covers various topics like numbers, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, functions, statistics, and probability.
The course encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and the ability to apply maths to real-life situations.
Students learn to work with formulas, graphs, and equations while developing logical reasoning skills.
Assessment includes a final exam and two classroom-based assessments (CBAs) focusing on investigation and presentation.
This course prepares students for the demands of Leaving Certificate Maths and promotes confidence in using maths in everyday life.
Gaeilge (Irish)
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Leaving Certificate Irish is a core subject for students in the Irish secondary school system, assessed at both Higher Level (Ardleibhéal) and Ordinary Level (Gnáthleibhéal). The course is designed to develop students’ abilities in the five key language skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and interaction, while also deepening their understanding and appreciation of Irish language, literature, and culture.
Course Components:
Oral (Scrúdú Béil): Worth 40% of the final grade. Students must engage in a 15 minute oral exam with a SEC examiner during Easter holidays of 6th year. Students are expected to read studied poems fluently, hold a conversation about topics relevant to their lives, and describe a story based on a studied picture sequence.
Paper 1: Focuses on aural (cluastuiscint) and composition (ceapadóireacht) elements. Higher level students are expected to write an essay, debate, or speech on topics relating to their lives and the world around them. Ordinary level students are expected to compose two pieces, choosing from blogs, personal letters/emails, stories, or conversations.
Paper 2: Comprises of two reading comprehensions (léamhthuisceana), as well as literary analysis of studied poetry (filíocht) and prose (prós). At higher level there is extra literature (Litríocht Bhreise) including the options of a novel, drama, or 5 extra poems.
Our Grinds Can Help You:
Improve fluency and confidence in spoken Irish.
Master exam techniques for written papers.
Understand and apply grammar rules for effective communication.
Build a deep understanding of set texts.
Receive tailored feedback and support at your level.
Help students who are interested in working hard to achieve a minimum H4 requirement for primary teaching in Ireland.
Please Note:
A prescribed list of 20 different picture sequences (sraitheanna pictiúr) are published yearly by the Department of Education.
The Minister of Education Helen helen McEntee announced in 2025 that the now 6th years (2025-2026) are expected to prepare 10 of the 20 sraith pictiúr.
Current 6th years (2025-2026) are following the prescribed texts for examination from 2012-2026 e.g. Cáca Milis, Oisín i dTír na nÓg, An t-Earrach Thiar, Colscaradh, A Thig Ná Tit Orm, An Triail etc.
Current 5th years (2025-2026) are studying the newly prescribed texts for examination from 2027 onwards; e.g. Eoinín na nÉan, Clann Lir, Dínit an Bhróin, Deireadh na Feide, An Nollaig Thiar etc.
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Junior Cycle Irish aims to help students develop their ability to use Irish in practical, relevant ways while also nurturing an appreciation for Irish culture and identity. The 2017 curriculum focuses on communicative competence, language and cultural awareness, and the learner’s self awareness, with an emphasis on active language use across the four key skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Course Focus:
Cluastuiscint (Aural): Listening comprehension exercises, based on recordings of conversations, and announcements, as well as the option to study Irish language short films and songs.
Léitheoireacht (Reading): All students study a variety of texts; short stories, poems/songs, drama, and at higher level, a novel, helping to build vocabulary and understanding.
Scríbhneoireacht (Writing): Focused on creative and functional writing, including invitations, diary entries, first person accounts of events, and opinion pieces.
Assessment:
Classroom-Based Assessments (CBAs): Grades appear on students’ Profile of Achievement issued by the school.
100% Final Exam: Includes listening, reading, and writing sections. Higher level students are expected to answer questions on studied literature from 2nd year onwards, (novel, drama/short film, short story, poems/songs). Ordinary level students study the texts for language acquisition but are not expected to answer exam questions.
Why It Matters:
Junior Cycle Irish lays the foundation for Senior Cycle success and helps students become confident in Irish.
It promotes active engagement with the language, preparing students for real-life use and further study.
Our Grinds Can Help You:
Improve listening and reading comprehension skills.
Build stronger writing skills and expand vocabulary.
Master exam techniques for written papers.
Understand and apply basic grammar rules for effective communication.
Business & Economics
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Leaving Certificate Higher Level Maths is build upon student’s knowledge from junior cycle and provide them with a further challenege.
It covers a wide range of topics including algebra, calculus, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and financial maths.
The syllabus emphasises problem-solving, logical reasoning, and real-life applications of mathematics. Students are expected to understand both theory and application,.
The course is examined through two papers, each testing different strands of the curriculum. Success in Higher Level Maths can open doors to university courses in science, engineering, business, technology, and beyond.
Additionally, Students who sit the higher level exam will gain an extra 25 CAO points.
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Leaving Certificate Higher Level Maths is build upon student’s knowledge from junior cycle and provide them with a further challenege.
It covers a wide range of topics including algebra, calculus, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and financial maths.
The syllabus emphasises problem-solving, logical reasoning, and real-life applications of mathematics. Students are expected to understand both theory and application,.
The course is examined through two papers, each testing different strands of the curriculum. Success in Higher Level Maths can open doors to university courses in science, engineering, business, technology, and beyond.
Additionally, Students who sit the higher level exam will gain an extra 25 CAO points.
Physics & Chemistry
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Leaving Certificate Higher Level Maths is build upon student’s knowledge from junior cycle and provide them with a further challenege.
It covers a wide range of topics including algebra, calculus, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and financial maths.
The syllabus emphasises problem-solving, logical reasoning, and real-life applications of mathematics. Students are expected to understand both theory and application,.
The course is examined through two papers, each testing different strands of the curriculum. Success in Higher Level Maths can open doors to university courses in science, engineering, business, technology, and beyond.
Additionally, Students who sit the higher level exam will gain an extra 25 CAO points.
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Leaving Certificate Higher Level Maths is build upon student’s knowledge from junior cycle and provide them with a further challenege.
It covers a wide range of topics including algebra, calculus, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and financial maths.
The syllabus emphasises problem-solving, logical reasoning, and real-life applications of mathematics. Students are expected to understand both theory and application,.
The course is examined through two papers, each testing different strands of the curriculum. Success in Higher Level Maths can open doors to university courses in science, engineering, business, technology, and beyond.
Additionally, Students who sit the higher level exam will gain an extra 25 CAO points.
University Economics, Econometrics & Finance
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Leaving Certificate Higher Level Maths is build upon student’s knowledge from junior cycle and provide them with a further challenege.
It covers a wide range of topics including algebra, calculus, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and financial maths.
The syllabus emphasises problem-solving, logical reasoning, and real-life applications of mathematics. Students are expected to understand both theory and application,.
The course is examined through two papers, each testing different strands of the curriculum. Success in Higher Level Maths can open doors to university courses in science, engineering, business, technology, and beyond.
Additionally, Students who sit the higher level exam will gain an extra 25 CAO points.
