FREE Sample Grinds Classes for 3rd Year Students
We are giving you the opportunity to sample our Weekly Grinds for FREE, before you book into one of our courses. You can book up to 3 subjects to sample
Once you have booked your sample subject, the details required to access your classes will be emailed to you.
3rd Year students attending our Weekly Grinds receive:
- Access to expert teachers
- Answers to their questions
- Exam focused notes
- Exam strategies & examiner insights
- Recordings of all live classes to rewatch right up to the end of the 2024 Junior Cycle exams
The school data policy is available here.
Over 4,000 students attended online classes with us in the last 12 months. 97% of students who did so said that they were very satisfied with the class delivery and format.
Our formula for success:
Expert Teachers + Exam Focused Notes + Live Class Recordings = Better Junior Cycle Results
Subjects available for FREE Grinds Sample Classes:
*Students may do a maximum of 3 free grinds classes.
- Business Studies (C)
- English (H)
- French (H)
- Irish (H)
- Maths (H)
- Science (C
*Students may do a maximum of 3 free grinds classes.
Online Timetable| Day | Time | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 17:30 | Maths (Higher) |
| 17:30 | Science (Common) | |
| 18:45 | English (Higher) | |
| Tuesday | 17:30 | English (Higher) |
| 17:30 | Irish (Higher) | |
| 18:45 | Maths (Higher) | |
| Wednesday | 17:30 | Spanish (Higher) |
| 18:45 | English (Higher) | |
| Thursday | 17:30 | Maths (Higher) |
| 18:45 | Irish (Higher) | |
| 18:45 | Maths (Higher) | |
| 18:45 | Science (Common) | |
| Friday | 17:30 | Maths (Higher) |
| Saturday | 9:00 | Maths (Higher) |
Leeson Street Timetable
| Day | Time | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 9:00 | Business Studies (Common) |
| 9:00 | English (Higher) | |
| 9:00 | French (Common) | |
| 9:00 | Irish (Higher) | |
| 9:00 | Maths (Higher) | |
| Saturday | 10:15 | Irish (Higher) |
| 10:15 | Maths (Higher) | |
| 10:15 | Science (Common) | |
| Saturday | 11:30 | English (Higher) |
| 11:30 | Irish (Higher) | |
| 11:30 | Maths (Higher) | |
| 11:30 | Science (Common) |
Killester Timetable
| Day | Time | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 17:30 | Irish (Higher) |
| 18:45 | English (Higher) | |
| 18:45 | Maths (Higher) |
Westmanstown Timetable
| Day | Time | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 17:30 | Irish (Higher) |
| 18:45 | English (Higher) |
Online Grinds FAQs
Click on each question for the answer>>
Q: What subjects are available Online?
A: Please click here to view the timetable of subjects on offer online.
Q: If I enrol in an online class, can I also avail of classes at Leeson Street?
Q: How do I access my online grinds classes?
A: Students enrolled on the course will receive an email from us containing their unique login details and links to access their chosen subjects. Login credentials will be sent in advance of course start date. Only those details sent to you will enable you to successfully access classes online.
Q: Are the online grinds pre-recorded?
A: No, each online grinds class is streamed live as per the timetable. Recordings of classes will be available after each live class is completed. These can then be replayed as a revision aid.
Q: Will I have access to recordings of the live grinds classes?
A: Yes, recordings of classes will be available after each live class is completed. These can then be replayed as a revision aid. These will be available up until the end of the State exams 2022.
Q: Are there any specific requirements to attending online grinds?
A: We would advise that all students enrolling in our online grinds have the following:
• Access to a reliable wifi service.
• Access to a PC, Laptop, Tablet, or similar device.
• We would not recommend using a mobile phone.
• Headphones/earphones.
Q: If I'm attending the online grinds will I have access to the notes?
A: Yes, students enrolled in online grinds will receive a monthly delivery of notes for each chosen subject. Please allow five working days for delivery from the time of booking.
Q: Are the class notes available online?
A: No, a hard copy will be posted out to each student for the subjects they enrol in, on a monthly basis.
Q: If I am doing weekly grinds, can I change my choice of subject or class-time during the year?
A: Yes. Please contact our office to arrange any changes on 01 661 3511.
Q: How long is each weekly grinds class?
A: Each class lasts 60 minutes.
Q: Can I sample a class to see if I like it?
A: Yes, any of our Junior or Leaving Cert weekly grinds can be sampled for one week, free of charge. Advance booking is required. To register your interest please click here.
Q: How much is the fee per class?
A: This depends on the number of subjects taken. Please refer to the fees table to see a list of fees.
Q: How many weeks of tuition are there in the weekly grinds course?
A: There are 29 weeks of tuition.
Q: If I start weekly grinds later in the year, will this be reflected in the fees I pay?
A: Yes, fees are reduced 3 times throughout the year.
Q: Is attendance at weekly grinds and part-time courses monitored?
A: Yes, attendance is monitored for each class attended. The Institute however accepts no responsibility for students who fail to attend class.
Q: Are there any breaks or holidays during the year for students attending weekly grinds or part-time courses?
A: Yes, there are breaks at mid-term, Christmas and Easter. Please refer to the timetable for more details.
Q: Can part-time students take up an extra subject or a subject that is not available to them in their own school?
A: Yes, with consideration being given to the suitability of the subject. It is advisable that students take on a new subject at the start of the academic year and notify their teacher. Our 6th Year programme covers each subject in full.
Q: What subjects would you recommend to take on as an extra subject?
A: The most popular subjects would be: Applied Maths; Economics; Business; Accountancy; Classical Studies and Agricultural Science.
Q: Are the classes conducted ‘lecture style’ or are students free to ask questions?
A: Our classes are interactive and our teachers use a variety of methods to ensure that students can ask questions and contribute to the class.
Q: For weekly grinds, does the beginning of a new term mean the start of a new course?
A: No, in the weekly grinds each subject commences in September and runs through to the end of the academic year in May. Students can catch up with what they might have missed by participating in the Christmas, mid-term and Easter revision courses.
Q: If I want to join weekly grinds during the year, can you tell me what remains to be covered on the course and what the student has missed?
A: Teachers have their own individual teaching plan for the year, and should be able to advise on this.
Q: My son/daughter is unwell and cannot attend further classes. Can I have a refund?
A: Should a student decide to discontinue their course at any stage, a refund will be processed for all remaining classes paid for in advance.
Q: My son/daughter cannot attend the course. Can we buy the notes?
A: No. Teaching is a central part of all our courses. The notes are to facilitate recall and revision of the day’s work covered by the teacher.
Testimonials
It was like being in the classroom even though I was at home. The course was very useful and the notes are incredible!
– Brian, 6th Year Student
I liked how interactive it was and how comprehensively all the material was covered. I thought the teacher was excellent.
– Ava, 5th Year Student
My daughter attended classes at the Institute. She found the lessons to be excellent; well-structured and focused. The teachers were top-class and provided excellent advice and encouragement. The lecture notes are superb!
– Grainne (Parent)