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Leaving Cert business papers 'nice' while Junior Cert German was 'approachable exam'

Leaving Cert business papers 'nice' while Junior Cert German was 'approachable exam'

Thu, 12 Jun, 2025

Studyclix subject expert and German teacher Geraldine Dwyer said the Junior Cert German exam was "pleasant" and covered a range of topics.

More students expected to get higher grades as Junior Cert bands changed

More students expected to get higher grades as Junior Cert bands changed

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

Education Minister Helen McEntee said the changes would be “more reflective” of students’ and teachers’ work.

Number of students caught cheating in 2024 State exams more than double that of 2023

Number of students caught cheating in 2024 State exams more than double that of 2023

Wed, 08 Jan, 2025

The State Examinations Commission (SEC) said 86 results had been withheld during 2024’s Leaving Cert cycle compared to only 39 the year before

Dyslexia Ireland calls for extra time for students in Junior and Leaving Cert

Dyslexia Ireland calls for extra time for students in Junior and Leaving Cert

Mon, 30 Sep, 2024

Dyslexia Ireland said the State Examinations Commission (SEC) and the Department of Education are "dragging their feet on this issue".