Grinds and Part Time Courses

Learn more about our range of grinds and summer courses designed to help you get the results you want.

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Weekly Grinds 6th Year

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Weekly Grinds 5th Year

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Weekly Grinds 4th Year

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Weekly Grinds 3rd Year

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Weekly Grinds 2nd Year

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Weekly Grinds 1st Year

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6th Year Religious Education Studying Independently

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6th Year Physical Education Studying Independently

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6th Year Music Studying Independently

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6th Year Politics and Society Studying Independently

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6th Year Economics Studying Independently

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6th Year Agricultural Science Studying Independently

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A fully structured school day with supervised study built in
Experienced teachers with deep subject and exam expertise
A curriculum built entirely around Leaving Cert success
Total, structured project support
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