Middle-class students may benefit most from Leaving Cert reform, say principals
More resources needed to support teaching and learning changes, poll of school leaders finds
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CAO and Leaving Cert news
Could my son really lose a college offer if his CAO details are incorrect?
Many students are left devastated each year due to errors or omissions in their applications
‘It’s impossible’: Will teachers be able to stop cheating for new Leaving Cert coursework?
Rise of AI tools is fueling concern among educators over potential for student cheating in projects worth 40%
My son wants to study sustainability but has no idea what course to choose. Can you help?
There are lots to choose from at university, with new options well worth considering
Leaving Cert 2025: How much lower will students’ grades be this year amid deflation?
Students will be competing for college places against applicants with bumper grades from previous years
First look: Sample Leaving Cert exam papers for brand new subjects
Biggest reforms in half century will see a minimum of 40% awarded for coursework
Leaving Cert reforms to press ahead this year despite union opposition
Changes in the ‘best interests’ of thousands of students, says Minister for Education Helen McEntee
My daughter loves science but can’t decide what to study at third level
Many new science degrees incorporate training that addresses skills gaps employers have identified
Oral exams for Leaving Cert English: How will they work?
Oral presentations are increasingly being used at third level in response to AI – and secondary schools are set to follow suit
Many special needs students struggle to access career advice at second level, finds study
Research tracks experiences of vulnerable young people and level of support offered by schools
My son is anxious about the Irish orals. How can we help him prepare?
Immersion in the language is key – as is understanding the structure of the assessment
CAO applications: Maths and statistics up 20% this year, according to data
Large number of students to compete for places on courses in health subjects, veterinary science and law
Inflated Leaving Cert results set to drop for first time in five years
Class of 2025 students will be at disadvantage compared to those with bumper grades in recent years
Grind school expansion in South Dublin sparks concern among school principals over loss of students
Dublin Academy of Education to admit transition year students at its expanded Blackrock campus
Home economics is losing students who are learning little to no practical cookery. Why?
It is a make-or-break moment for reform of a Leaving Cert subject which teaches pupils vital life skills
Should bonus points for higher-level maths in the Leaving Cert be scrapped? An academic and a student debate
Students who achieve 40 per cent in higher level maths are entitled to 25 bonus points from the CAO. But while some teachers warn of unintended consequences, many students feel it’s a fair reflection of the extra work required
My daughter wants to drop a foreign language in the Leaving Cert. Should she?
It is worrying that continental language take-up at Leaving Cert level is dropping
My son is worried about getting into college. Can he avail of reduced CAO points?
Access routes provide a pathway into college for more vulnerable students
CAO 2025: College application numbers set to reach record high
Significant increase may place upward pressure on high-demand CAO points courses
Can you really get on a college degree course without CAO points?
Yes, tertiary degrees are an exciting new option which are opening doors for students of all ages
How can I make sure my son has filled out his CAO form correctly?
Watch out for a piece of correspondence which lands in May. It is crucial to a successful application
My daughter is in a panic over CAO course selections. How can I guide her in the right direction?
Researching options, planning for challenges and having passion for the subject are key
Leaving Cert 2.0: What to expect from the reformed senior cycle
Students starting fifth year in September will be the first to experience sweeping changes
CAO 2025: A guide to some lesser-known courses
From a bar management apprenticeship to a BA in content creation
Key dates for 2025 CAO applications: from early-bird applications to Leaving Cert appeals
The essential calendar for this year’s Leaving Cert students and CAO applicants
Seven factors to consider when making your college application
Applying for college this year? Whether applying for a course at home or abroad, here’s all you need to know
What should you consider when choosing a college course?
We asked two experts about what students should consider when choosing a college course
It’s time to get rid of the damaging Leaving Cert points race
Unrestricted access to third level education in Ireland would allow schools to educate holistically and give pupils a chance to flourish in the subjects they enjoy most
I worry that if my son doesn’t apply to the CAO he will limit his options
Parental expectations can – unintentionally – distract students and distort course choices
CAO system should be changed to match Leaving Cert reforms, education experts say
Apprenticeships and new tertiary degrees could be combined into a single applications system, says Department of Education advisory board
My son is stressed about the February 1st CAO deadline. Is this really the cut-off point?
There is no need to fret: in most cases, students have until July 1st to finalise their course choices
Six takeaways from Feeder Schools data: Education gaps remain despite progress
Feeder Schools data shows how Ireland’s children progress after completing second-level education.
With extra college places, will CAO points fall for high-points courses like medicine and dentistry?
There are signs that the points race may be coming to an end for many courses
Will CAO points for veterinary medicine drop as a result of additional course places?
The move to almost double the number of graduates in this area means points should fall, but not by a huge amount
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